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Throwback Thursday: Howdah Pistol
You may have noticed this rare historical piece in the movie "The Ghost and the Darkness," and it has a fascinating backstory.
Top 10 Tips for Safe Big-Game Hunting
Did you ever think your NRA would advise you to "hug a tree"? We do, and here's why!
CCW Minute: Getting Comfortable with Carrying a Gun
Here's one quick trick to train yourself to carry your defensive firearm with you all the time.
Memory Lane! Ruger's 75th Anniversary SR1911 "Street Edition" Pistols
This series of five engraved models of the SR1911 pistol celebrates Ruger’s rich manufacturing tradition.
MidwayUSA Foundation's Hometown Challenge Winners Announced
Nearly 500 youth shooting teams received an endowment donation in September and those donations totaled $596,626!
Wild Table with Savage Arms: Venison Cornbread Casserole
Rich, savory flavors pair with the soft sweetness of cornbread for this delicious dish that's destined to be a favorite with your family.
First Impressions: HatsanUSA's Velox Air Pistol
Be the first on the blocks to own a Velox ... and give those targets some knocks!
Stand Up for Heroes with Henry's 1-of-1 Rifle Auction
It's a one-of-a-kind, line-for-line reproduction of the first repeating rifle patented by Benjamin Tyler Henry in 1860.
Throwback Thursday: French Model 35A Pistol
What does a Browning-inspired Model 1911 sound like in a French accent?
You Demanded, They Delivered: Savage 110 Magpul Scout's New Calibers
Now offered in seven of America's most popular hunting and long-range calibers, the 110 Magpul Scout has something for everyone.
Attention Competitors! NRA National Matches Venue Changes for 2025
NRA announces the National High Power, Pistol and Smallbore Championships—the NRA National Matches—are exiting Camp Atterbury, Ind., and will be held at different clubs around the country in 2025.
Ammo Awareness: .45 ACP
The .45 ACP was at one time America’s pistol cartridge of choice. And for some, it still is.
First Impressions: Heritage Coachwhip Side-by-Side Shotgun
Be transported back to the rugged beauty of the American frontier with this heirloom-quality shotgun.
A Tale of Two Trail Cams: Stealth Cam Fusion MAX & Muddy Mitigator
Game cameras simplify scouting, offer unparalleled wildlife viewing and can even boost your security. Here's how two popular trail cams performed.
CCW Minute: Ball & Dummy Drill
Here's how to trick yourself into seeing whether you're flinching or riding the recoil when shooting.
NRA Family Entertainment: CRUSH with Lee & Tiffany
From their NRA family to yours, all courtesy of The Outdoor Channel.
By Resolution of Congress: NRA National Firearms Museum's Newest Exhibit
If your NRA Family is ever in the Fairfax, Virginia area, you'll love our fascinating, educational new exhibit (admission is free)!
Registration Now Open for CMP’s 2024 Junior Three-Position Air Rifle Postal Championship
Yes, you read that right ... it's a competition by post, and it's perfect for busy junior competitors and their families.
NRA Club Grassroots Spotlight: Youngsville Gun Club
As an “NRA 2A Center,” the Youngsville Gun Club epitomizes being a resource to freedom-loving patriots.
Throwback Thursday Through Today: North-South Skirmish Association Mortar Match
One of the most fascinating aspects of old-school warfare is the use of cannon and mortar.