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Fear & Loading: Official State Gun Suggestions

Tue, 03/01/2016 - 09:52
Now that Tennessee has an official state rifle, other states should be taking their shot. Guy Sagi offers some tongue-in-cheek suggestions to avoid angst by anti-gun politicians by going with options that reflects the region, its history or even traditions.

The Armed Citizen® Feb. 29, 2016

Tue, 03/01/2016 - 09:33
In Meridian, Miss., a woman was caught off guard when a man kicked in her front door while she was upstairs.

Crimson Trace Wood Lasergrips for M1911 Pistols

Tue, 03/01/2016 - 09:33
Although many 1911 enthusiasts have turned to alternative materials like polymers and resins for their grips, many still prefer the aesthetics of wood.

Video: Ruger Red Label Shotgun

Tue, 03/01/2016 - 09:04
Watch this "Rifleman Review" segment from a recent episode of American Rifleman TV as Mark Keefe takes a look at the Ruger Red Label shotgun.

Seven States With Official Firearms

Mon, 02/29/2016 - 07:59
Tennessee recently became the seventh state to pass a resolution proclaiming an official state firearm. Which six previous states made similar resolutions, and which were their chosen firearms?

Review: Alexander Arms Ulfberht Rifle

Mon, 02/29/2016 - 04:31
Since its founding in 2001, Alexander Arms has, time and again, challenged the status quo of firearm and cartridge design.

Fear & Loading: Gun Buybacks and Fiscal Reality

Mon, 02/29/2016 - 04:03
Guy Sagi filed a Freedom of Information Act request to determine exactly what was turned in when the Greenville, N.C., Police Department held a gun “buyback” in November that didn’t involve any cash exchange. The results don’t come close to justifying the manpower required to plan or man the event.

Editors' Picks 2016: Armscor XT-22 Pistol

Mon, 02/29/2016 - 03:15
Armscor had what may prove to be one of the most popular new guns available once it actually hits the market.

The Truth About The Revenant, Hugh Glass and His Rifle

Sun, 02/28/2016 - 03:10
The powerful, Golden-Globe-winning and Oscar-worthy film is brilliantly acted beautifully photographed, but it misses the whole point of legendary mountain man Hugh Glass. He just wanted his rifle back.

Barrett Model 82/M107 Named Tennessee Official State Rifle

Sat, 02/27/2016 - 14:25
The Barrett Model 82/M107 has been named Tennessee’s official state rifle.

NRA Gun of the Week: SCCY Industries CPX-2 Pistol

Fri, 02/26/2016 - 23:06
Small and easy-to-use, the CPX-2 pistol from SCCY industries chambers a venerable cartridge at a price most can afford.

Video: M1A1 Thompson Submachine Gun

Fri, 02/26/2016 - 06:08
Watch this "I Have This Old Gun" segment from a recent episode of American Rifleman TV, as editors examine the iconic Thompson M1A1 Submachine Gun.

World War II Field Fix for the M3 Grease Gun

Fri, 02/26/2016 - 04:42
Learn about the World War II field modification that put damaged Grease Guns back in service.

The Armed Citizen® Feb. 26, 2016

Fri, 02/26/2016 - 03:46
Just weeks after a Detroit resident was approved for concealed carry, the man protected himself during an attempted mugging. Three teens, at least one with a gun, approached him and demanded his money.

Product Preview: Bravo Concealment BCA Holster

Thu, 02/25/2016 - 05:48
The Bravo Concealment Adaptive (BCA) holster is aptly named given its high-and-tight carry design and its easy conversion to an IWB or MOLLE-mounted platform.

NRA Gun of the Week: Taurus Curve Pistol

Sat, 02/13/2016 - 01:11
Our NRA Gun of the Week is the Taurus Curve pocket pistol. Check it out in this video hosted by American Rifleman's Mark Keefe.

Keefe Report: Handgun Fit—The Five Percenters

Fri, 02/12/2016 - 15:57
Gun fit, of course, is extremely important with shotguns. If it doesn't fit you, you miss. But what about handguns? I have stood in gun shops and at gun shows across the country and it's a pretty common to hear, “This gun fits my hand.” But does it?

Video: I Have This Old Gun—Swedish Mausers

Fri, 02/12/2016 - 09:11
Watch this "I Have This Old Gun" segment from a recent episode of American Rifleman TV in which editors examine the highly collectible Swedish Mauser rifles.

Editors' Picks 2016—Barrett Sovereign Shotguns

Fri, 02/12/2016 - 05:57
Barrett has a surprise for you: shotguns. And not just any shotguns.

Guns and Gear at the 2016 Great American Outdoor Show

Fri, 02/12/2016 - 04:24
Now that NRA is the engine behind the Great American Outdoor Show, there are plenty of firearms to sample from the Firearms Hall. Take a look at a few that caught the eye of American Rifleman's Christopher Olsen.

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