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Rifleman Q&A: Soviet Tula-Korovin Pistol
We answer an American Rifleman reader's question about a Russian-made pistol he has in his collection.
Finding the Best-Selling Guns: An Industry Challenge
What are the best-selling firearms today? Well, there are some clues, but it's harder to track than you think.
The Armed Citizen® June 29, 2020
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for tales of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Preview: Woodman’s Pal
The Woodman's Pal is designed and built to serve as a do-it-all outdoor clearing tool, and it's military service seems to bear that out.
Berger Hybrid Bullets: A Bonus to Federal Premium
The addition of Berger Hybrid Hunter and Gold Medal Hybrid bullets to Federal Premium’s already extensive line of center-fire rifle loads provides shooters and hunters with even more choices.
Breaking the Mold: 5 New MTM Case-Gard Products
Family-owned and -operated MTM Molded Products has provided the 2A community with innovative storage solutions since 1968. In 2020, it came to market with 5 new products worthy of consideration.
Preview: Magpul MOE 1911 Grip Panels
Proving once again why it is the foremost name in firearm-related polymer—as well as non-polymer gear and accessories—Magpul has developed replacement stocks for M1911 pistols in the MOE 1911 Grip Panels.
Review: Ruger SP101 in .327 Fed. Mag.
The versatile and easy-shooting design of the Ruger SP101 in .327 Fed. Mag. makes it a lesser-known revolver that's worth considering.
Kel-Tec Sub2000: A Popular Pistol-Caliber Carbine
According to the sales rankings on GunBroker.com, the Kel-Tec Sub2000 is one of the most popular semi-automatic firearms sold on the company's site.
The Keefe Report: Colt Now Shipping AR-15s
With demand increasing for AR-15s, Colt told American Rifleman that it has resumed shipping its LE6920 carbines to commercial customers.
The Armed Citizen® June 26, 2020
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for tales of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
NRA Gun of the Week: Ruger Custom Shop Super GP100 Competition
On this week’s “Gun of the Week” NRA’s American Rifleman staff delve into a competition-ready GP100 from Ruger’s Custom Shop.
Magnum Research Donates Revolvers to Lucas Oil Bull Ride
Magnum Research partnered with Lucas Oil and donated three revolvers for a raffle as part of Lucas Oil's Invitational Pro Bull Ride.
This Old Gun: Colt Official Police Revolver
In this episode of “I Have This Old Gun,” American Rifleman TV examines a classic revolver designed by Colt's for law enforcement during the mid-20th century.
New Zealand Gun Buyback Program Plagued By Failures
Despite being touted as a success, the New Zealand gun buyback program accomplished little.
Favorite Firearms: A Remington Nylon 76 From Santa
It was Christmas of 1962 when Santa Claus (my dad) surprised me with a new .22 rifle. I had spent the past year and half in the Boy Scouts, and one of my scoutmaster’s favorite pastimes was hunting jackrabbits.
Top 10 Infantry Rifles of All Time
Chosen through staff votes, these top 10 infantry rifles of all time were picked due to innovation, effectiveness, service life, impact on history and small-arms development.
At the Range: Steyr AUG
The Steyr Armee Universale Gewehr or AUG was a gun ahead of its time. Here's some background on this innovative bullpup, as well as video of its operation.
The .500 S&W Magnum: Most Powerful Handgun Round In The World
In 2002, Smith & Wesson developed the .500 S&W Magnum, the most powerful handgun round in the world. Here's how it was done.
Review: Walther CCP M2 .380
Unlike most gas-operated systems, the Walther CCP M2 in .380 ACP uses gas to keep the slide locked under pressure.