In the early 1960s, the M16 rifle became the standard rifle of the U.S. military. Lightweight and easy to shoot, it was much easier to carry around on the battlefield than its larger predecessors. In the mid-80s, though, the need arose for something that was even smaller than the M16 …

Christensen Arms has announced the introduction of its new Ridgeline Scout rifle, which the company says was created for situations that require a lightweight, compact firearm such as hunting from a ground blind, treestand or possible use as a truck gun. Building upon the company’s popular Ridgeline series, the Ridgeline Scout is a purpose-built, bolt-action …

When it comes to grip-mounted, laser-aiming modules for pistols and long guns, Crimson Trace has become one of the leading companies in the industry since its founding in 1994. In 2019, it added an additional laser module to its lineup for shotguns, the Crimson Trace LS 250 Lasersaddle. The LS 250 Lasersadle …

Smith & Wesson’s budget-friendly self- and home-defense SD9VE pistol was introduced on June 1, 2012. “At Smith & Wesson we continue to introduce new and innovative products that provide today’s consumer with diverse and dependable firearms that address their multiple needs,” Mario Pasantes, Smith & Wesson’s senior vice president of marketing …

On Monday, the Pitt County Board of Commissioners voted 5-3 to pass an amendment to the county’s Law Enforcement Ordinance No. 4, to ban concealed handgun permit holders from possessing handguns in county owned or controlled buildings. This is despite a Board member saying they surveyed county employees and found that the overwhelming majority …

Sarsilmaz is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of firearms, and now the company is rolling out its new SAR9 Compact pistol. The SAR9 Compact is built on the same platform as the previous SAR9, which is proudly carried by NATO and elite forces around the world. “The SAR9 Compact was …

On Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, Smith & Wesson issued a safety recall on its new pump-action, bullpup, M&P12 shotgun. The company decided to issue the safety recall after it received two reports of cracked barrels on the M&P12 in the field. As a result of these findings, Smith & Wesson is implementing …

Although he probably didn’t plan it, when New England shirtmaker Oliver Fisher Winchester acquired the Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. in 1857 and re-named it the New Haven Arms Co., he ended up dramatically altering firearm technology, helped settle the American West and subsequently created a legacy that continues to this …

When it comes to rifles, most people might ask, “What’s the big deal, really, whether it’s a left-hand action or a right-hand action? Can’t a lefty learn to run the more common platform?” Well, yes, but let’s take my family as an example. Both my parents are right-handed, and my …

In what may signal a growing trend among major polymer holster and accessory manufacturers, Blackhawk has launched a new custom Kydex holster and accessory program on its website. With a wide variety of colors, graphics and other features available, it’s a great option if you have enthusiast on your holiday shopping …