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New for 2023: HatsanUSA .62 Caliber PileDriver
HatsanUSA has announced its largest airgun to date—the .62 caliber PileDriver, designed for high-powered hunting applications. Capable of producing over 700 ft-lbs. of kinetic energy in .62 caliber, it is also available in .45- and .50-caliber models. Although the gun utilizes a 33-inch barrel, its bullpup design keeps maximum length under …
Riton Optics Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Riton Optics was founded in 2013 in Tucson, Ariz.—where it remains to this day—by Brady Speth, a U.S. Air Force veteran and former Capitol Police Officer. The business moved slowly and methodically as the team fine-tuned designs to ensure they met and exceeded enthusiast expectations. The approach was a sound one, …
The Rifleman Report: 100 Years & Counting
As most anyone who is married knows all too well, failing to remember a significant anniversary is a mistake best avoided. In view of that, we always strive to point out important milestones as they pertain to the world of firearms—and in this issue we mark two. The first is …
Updates to ATF Final Rule on Stabilizing Braces
On Monday, January 30, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives’ (ATF) published the final Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached “Stabilizing Braces” rule for public inspection in the federal register. As we reported earlier this month, the rule would subject essentially all firearms with attached stabilizing braces to the registration and taxation …
Confiscation in Canada
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (left) announced a complete “freeze” on the movement of handguns across Canada by using what is known as an “Order in Council.” As the anti-Second Amendment Biden administration continues to push for ever more infringements on our civil rights, the current situation in Canada …
Rampant Crime, No Consequences: The Perfect Storm of New York’s Criminal Justice System
Things must be bad in the Empire State if Democrat politicians are talking up their commitment to public safety. “There is no greater obligation than ensuring every New Yorker can live in safety, and that has always been my number one priority,” says New York State Governor and gun control champion Kathy …
The Armed Citizen® Jan. 30, 2023
Armed Citizen® Today A licensed concealed-carry holder used her personal handgun to stop an alleged attack outside a bank in Roseland, Ill., and she credited her CCW pistol for saving her life. The woman had left the bank with cash in her hand and was getting into her car, when …
CCW in Public Restrooms: When You Gotta Go…
Sometime, somewhere, you’ll require the use of a public restroom stall. After all, like we tell small children, “Everyone has to go.” If you carry a concealed handgun, you will face the universal problem of what to do with that pistol in the stall while your britches are down. Is …
Florida: Constitutional Carry Introduced
Today, Representative Chuck Brannan (R-10) filed House Bill 543, the NRA-backed constitutional carry bill. The Constitutional Rights, Rule of Law & Government Operations Subcommittee will hear it on February 7th from 4-6PM. Florida is currently in contention with Nebraska to become the 26th constitutional carry state. Please contact subcommittee members and ask them to SUPPORT …
Benelli Expands Lupo Bolt-Action Rifle Lineup With .308 Win., .30-06 Sprg. Options
Benelli at SHOT Show 2023 earlier this month in Las Vegas, Nev., announced the expansion of its Lupo lineup this year with two new calibers in a walnut stock platform. The Benelli Lupo bolt-action rifle in AA-Grade satin walnut is ideal for shooters who appreciate the look and feel of …