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First Look: Military Arms Corporation MAC 5 / MAC 5K Pistols
Military Armament CorporationĀ is bringing two HK MP5 pattern pistols into the fold this year, the new MAC 5 and MAC 5K, which are Turkish built and imported by Knoxville based SDS Imports, who also brings in the well-known Tisas brand to the United States. Both the Military Armament Corporation MAC …
Heritage Rough Rider Rancher Carbine
Welcome to anotherĀ American RiflemanĀ Gun Of The Week video, and in this episode, weāre on the range with the uniqueĀ Heritage Rough Rider Rancher Carbine. This fun, little rimfire rifle takes the companyās classic cowboy revolver concept into the world of long guns. Watch ourĀ video aboveĀ to see the Heritage Rough Rider Rancher …
Springfield Armory Adds New Models to Firstline Program
Springfield ArmoryĀ has announced that Firstline, which supports those who serve both our nation and its citizens through discounts on a select line of products, has added several new firearms to the program. New to Firstline are the TRP series of pistols, as well as the bolt-action Model 2020 Waypoint and …
First Shots: CZ Shadow 2 Compact
New fromĀ CZ USAĀ is the Shadow 2 Compact, a compact, aluminum framed version of its traditional double action/single action, steel-framed competition pistol. The standard CZ Shadow 2 measures 8.53 inches overall and weighs 46.5 ounces. The new CZ Shadow 2 Compact is smaller and lighter than its larger cousin, creating a …
I Carry: Glock G48 9mm Pistol in a Safariland IncogX Holster
Firearm: Glock G48 (MSRP: $538) While itās not entirely accurate to call theĀ GlockĀ G48 a single-stack version of the G19, itās pretty close. Both pistols are 5.5 inches tall, but thatās the only place the two pistols are identical. The remainder of the specs germane to concealed carryā width, length and …
Iranian Muslim Shot After Taking 15 Hostages on Swiss Train
The motive, as usual, remains a mystery. The motive, as usual, remainsĀ a mystery. Swiss police say a 32-year-old Iranian asylum seeker armed with an axe and a knife held 15 hostages on a train between Baulmes and Yverdon-les-Bains for almost four hours until police stormed the train and killed the …
TREASURY SECRETARYāS EVASIVE ANSWERS REMIND OF NEED FOR SECOND AMENDMENT PRIVACY
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet YellenĀ couldnāt ā or wouldnāt ā tell CongressĀ whether or not her department ordered financial institutions to spy on the transactions of private and law-abiding citizens. The Treasury Department is suspected of telling large financial institutions to hand over transaction information of any potential purchases of firearms, ammunition …
Seven Day Waiting Period Bill Heads to Senate Floor for Vote, Likely on Friday
Dear Second Amendment Supporters: Last night, the Senate Judiciary Committee advancedĀ House Bill 129, the 7-day waiting period bill, after rejecting an amendment to stretch the waiting period back to 14 days and adding an amendment to exempt concealed handgun licensees from the purchase delay. HB 129 now moves to the …
Responsible Storage Promotion from Walther Arms and Hornady
Walther ArmsĀ andĀ Hornady SecurityĀ have partnered on a new consumer promotion that allows qualifying consumers to receive a Hornady Treklite Lockbox XXL or a Hornady One-Gun Keypad Vault with the purchase of eligible Walther handguns. The deal began Feb. 2 and runs through April 30, 2024. Depending on pistol selected, it represents …
Taking Stock of Your Rifleās Appearance
When it comes to rimfire rifles, I have a soft spot for the RugerĀ 10/22,Ā though it wasnāt love at first sight. At seven years old when I began my education in firearms and marksmanship, this highly impressionable newcomer was instantly smitten by otherās firearms, namely the glossy curves of the likes …