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Results: 2024 NRA National Precision Pistol Championships
Jon Shue wins back to back NRA National Pistol titles after securing victory at Camp Atterbury in July.
Classic SSUSA: Chronographing Air Guns
From the archives: Ken Oehler’s guide on effectively chronographing air gun pellets using an Oehler 36 chronograph.
New: SK Customs “Guerrero” Colt 1911 Chambered In .38 Super
SK Customs introduces the fourth model in its Mexican War of Independence pistol series, the limited-edition Guerrero Colt 1911 pistol chambered in .38 Super.
Results: 2024 NRA National Smallbore Rifle Prone Championships
Fathers and daughters, friends and friendly rivals, and a future that looks bright indeed.
Largest Registration Since World War II: 1953 National Matches
The 1953 NRA National Championships saw an increase in participation and the highest scores of a National Rifle and Pistol Tournament.
Classic SSUSA: Model 1911 Recoil Reducers
A pistol’s frame should be like tempura—only lightly battered. This classic article originally published in 2001 outlines different recoil reduction options for the 1911 pistol.
Preview: Labradar LX Compact Shooting Chronograph
With Doppler-radar power crammed into a small package, the Labradar LX chronograph’s biggest upgrade is its diminutive form factor and internal battery, all for $599.95.
Powell Wins Again, Takes High Over All Title At 2024 NSCA South Central Regional
Team Remington’s Brandon Powell continues his dominance in sporting clays competition after his latest victory at the NSCA South Central Regional in Texas, Sept. 3-8, 2024.
Team Winchester Shooters Shine At 2024 NSCA South Central Regional
Among the many accolades received at the NSCA South Central Regional, Team Winchester’s Desi Edmunds was the Super Sporting Ladies’ runner-up.
What’s In Your Range Bag, Brian Burrows?
Learn what U.S. trapshooter Brian Burrows, who earned a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, keeps in his range bag.
2024 Daisy BB Gun Nationals Communication Contest Winners
The winner of the inaugural Daisy BB Gun Nationals Communications Contest is Leityn Bolinder of Kansas.
Brandon Powell Wins High Over All At 2024 Northeast Regional Sporting Clays Championship
Team Remington’s Brandon Powell has a big win at the 2024 Northeast Regional Sporting Clays Championship, now looks to defend his 2023 NSCA National Championship title.
New: Springfield Armory Optics-Ready 1911 AOS Pistols
The new optics-ready, AOS-equipped pistols from Springfield Armory include 1911 Emissary, 1911 Operator and 1911 Ronin models.
New: Magpul DT-PR Stock
Magpul’s new DT-PR Carbine Stock was announced at the NRA Annual Meeting earlier this year and is now available for purchase.
SSUSA Q&A: What Is Dry-Firing?
Dry-firing is simply functioning your empty firearm as if it were loaded.
Hillsdale College Shotgun Team Hosts 2024 Chargers Classic
The Hillsdale College Shotgun Team conducted the 2024 Chargers Classic sporting clays match on Aug. 24.
Paris 2024 Paralympics Final Medal Count: Here’s Where USA Shooting Finished As Games Conclude
Breaking down the Paralympic medals won in shooting events by Team USA at the Paris 2024 Games.
Classic SSUSA: 2009 Roberts Team Matches
The Roberts Trophy Match is widely regarded as the shooting equivalent of golf’s Ryder Cup or sailing’s America’s Cup. On its 78th anniversary in 2009, the U.S. team came home with some surprises.
Fall 2024 CMP Junior Rifle Club Session Scheduled For September
The Junior Rifle Club is for youth at any skill level, with students receiving instruction both in the classroom and on the range.
USA Shooting: YanXiao Gong Claims First U.S. Paralympic Pistol Medal Since 1984
With a silver-medal performance in the P3 mixed 25m pistol SH1 event at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, YanXiao Gong is the first U.S. pistol shooter to earn a Paralympic medal in four decades.