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Video Review: EAA Girsan MCP35 PI OPS Pistol
Hi, power! It's the most high-powered High Power based on the Hi-Power, making its power move.
Rising Shooting Stars: Elizabeth “Libby” Faust
Some of the best shooters weren't born with gun in hand at all ... as Libby proves, "natural" ability isn't necessary.
How to Mentor a New Shooter on the Range
Mentoring a new shooter has a lot of self-satisfaction and empowerment for both student and teacher.
Video: How Remington Shotshells Are Made
Unlike sausage, you absolutely do want to know what goes into your shotshells!
First Impressions: CrossBreed Range Defender Pistol Case
It has pockets and panels for everything ... except hassles. No room for those!
Yes, You Should Break-In a New Gun's Barrel (Here's How)
No, it's not mandatory, but this simple process can make cleaning easier and accuracy better for years to come.
Video Review: Chiappa Little Badger TDX Single-Shot Rifle
Chiappa's takedown survival rifle adds new meaning to the word "minimalist" without adding space or weight to your loadout.
Throwback Thursday: History's Most Unusual Mountain Man
He wouldn't drink, smoke, curse or boast ... but he would leave an indelible mark in American history.
How to Dry-Fire Your Gun Safely
Whether you call it "dry practice" or "dry-fire," dropping the hammer on an empty chamber has its own set of rules.
Wild Table with Savage Arms: Reverse Seared Bison Tri-Tip Recipe
Whether you call it buffalo or bison, just don't call us late for dinner.
First Impressions: Prime Archery's 1st Youth Compound Bow
They're calling it the NXT because "The I Want to Shoot the Same Bow as Mom and Dad Model" is too long.
How to Make Your Own Turkey Fan Mount
Creating a timeless commemoration of your hunt is easier and cheaper than you think!
Video: What Makes a Firearm?
A firearm is nothing more than the sum of its parts ... and here are what the parts are, and how we describe them.
First Impressions: GRITR Tactical Range Bag
Your typical range bag gets a gritty reboot (which, interestingly, will remain remarkably free from actual grit)!
NWTF: Why Do Turkeys Roll in the Dirt?
Wildlife biologists call it "dusting," but why do turkeys do it? National Wild Turkey Federation's "Dr. Tom" explains.
First Impressions: All-Black Springfield Emissary 1911
Bridging the gap between duty and custom design as only a Springfield 1911 can, this suave Emissary wears midnight.
NRA Family Destinations: Petrified Forest National Park
Thirteen thousand years of human civilization and 200,000,000 years before that ... and it's accessible for the whole family!
Throwback Thursday: Punt Guns & Market Hunting
It was both the most demanding and most dangerous form of waterfowl hunting. And yes, some hunters died doing it.
Video Review: Beretta 80X Cheetah Pistol
With its retro heritage and future-tuned fittings, this tenth-generation .380 Cheetah wowed our testers, ensuring its spot as NRA Gun of the Week.
NRA Defends Freedom in U.S. Supreme Court Argument
The NRA’s commitment to freedom was on full display again this week.