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Rifleman Q&A: ‘U.S.-Parts Count’ Explained
Q. I was looking at a foreign semi-automatic rifle at a gun show recently and overheard some people nearby talking about a “U.S.-parts count.” What does this have to do with an imported rifle, and why is it a concern? A. What you overheard was likely a discussion of one of …
The UD M.’42: America’s Clandestine Submachine Gun
During World War II, this SOE team, led by Patrick Leigh Fermor (seated, center) abducted the German commander of Crete and exfiltrated him to Egypt. At least three UD submachine guns are visible in this photo. The least-known American submachine gun to see combat in World War II was the …
The Interarms G33/50: A Shootable Swedish Cavalry Carbine
Like many other military rifles of the 19th and 20th centuries, the Swedish Mauser has recently appreciated in value. New and experienced collectors alike flock to these rifles; some for their excellent shooting characteristics and others for their collectability, along with the beautiful fit and finish shared by all variants of these …
George Soros Says You are the Cause of Crime
“Many of the same people who call for more-punitive criminal-justice policies,” George Soros, a billionaire who has spent a lot to take away your freedom, wrote in The Wall Street Journal in July, “also support looser gun laws.” Yes—and? There is, of course, nothing remotely inconsistent about such a position. The keeping …
2022 Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts $34 to $50
Finding the right gift for the firearms enthusiast in your life can be a challenge. We’ve put together a list of products in a variety of price ranges, and each of them is sure to bring a smile to the face of someone you love. 1 | CMMG Mk47 Hawaiian Shirt There’s being …
First Look: New Color Options For The Springfield Armory Hellcat And Hellcat Pro
Springfield Armory is releasing new specialized color offerings for their very popular Hellcat and Hellcat Pro 9mm pistols. The Hellcat and Hellcat Pro have proven themselves to be class-leading concealed carry options. The 3 inch barreled micro compact Hellcat pistol has a magazine capacity of 11+1 with the standard magazine and …
New For 2022: Anderson Manufacturing KIGER-9c
Anderson Manufacturing, based in Hebron, Ky., has earned a reputation for its AR-15 lower receivers and other modern sporting rifle-related products. However, for 2022, the company has come out with something completely new for its catalog, with its first-ever handgun. Called the KIGER-9c, it is a compact, 9 mm-chambered, semi-automatic …
Review: Primary Arms GLx 2x Prism Scope
When it comes to prismatic sights for modern sporting rifles, in the past, options were fairly limited and tended to hang on the costly side of the price spectrum. While several companies offer optics with noteworthy performance and unsurpassed glass clarity, the price point has often warded off budget-conscious buyers. …
NRA Grants More Than $1 Million To Range Development Projects In 2022
More than $1 million has been distributed through the NRA and NRA Foundation to fund range development and improvement efforts this year alone. Projects receiving grants run the spectrum of vital needs for public and private shooting ranges and include berm, range cover and pavilion construction, as well as the purchase of trap machines, …
New Jersey: Overzealous Anti-Gun Politicians Make Critical Blunder
In their haste to pass more gun control in the Garden State, legislative leadership and their minions rolled out a horribly drafted bill that will put almost everyone in jail. You read that right. Everyone, everywhere is going to be unwittingly breaking the law because of sloppy bill drafting. We …