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Nightstick has just unveiled the new LGL 180, a new tactical light capable of emitting both visible white light and an infrared beam that is meant for use with tactical shotguns or carbines. In addition to beaming out two different types of light, the new Nightstick LGL 180 can also run …

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. has announced 36 new configurations of the Ruger American Rifle Generation II, which includes 18 configurations of the new Predator variant. Predator rifles are available in the full Gen II caliber assortment, from traditional predator calibers like .204 Ruger all the way up to magnum thumpers …

During the Cold War, many nations developed domestically sourced sniping rifles, and many of those rifles were based on pre-World War II designs. One nation that reconfigured a previously used bolt-action service rifle to meet the needs of precision marksmen was France, and the result was the FRF2 sniper rifle. …

There is no “one-size-fits-all” solution to firearms, and scaled-down “pocket” and EDC pistols provide good examples. Creating a smaller, more concealable, centerfire semi-automatic requires, among other things, a stiffer recoil spring (or springs). Unfortunately, many individuals who prefer smallish semi-automatics lack the physical strength to easily rack the slide as …

Despite what the movies will tell you, the 1873 Winchester was the gun that won the West, with nearly half a million manufactured in the 25 years before the frontier was tamed. Italian-made reproductions of the Model 1873 have become popular for cowboy action shooting, pistol cartridge plinking or just for those …

This month is a big one for the Second Amendment and law-abiding citizens who don’t want to surrender their right to legal self-defense when they leave home. Governors in Louisiana and South Carolina signed Constitutional Carry measures last week. The law became effective immediately in the Palmetto State, while residents …

Armed Citizen® Today A 37-year-old Kansas man who was out on parole for robbery and assault with a deadly weapon is now in a hospital after being shot by a homeowner whose house he attempted to rob. At 3 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024, Butler County, Mo., police responded …

Purchase a new FN pistol through May 16, 2024, and you could qualify for up to $150 cash back. FN America’s Spring Into Savings promotion began on March 1 and includes 70 different models from the famed gunmaker. Cash rebate value is based on eligible firearm purchased. Enthusiasts who take home a …

On Tuesday, March 12th, the Senate Labor & Commerce Committee passed Senate Bill 2223 by a 7-0 vote, and the House Banking & Consumer Affairs Subcommittee passed House Bill 2762 by a voice vote. SB 2223 advances to the Senate for consideration, and HB 2762 advances to the House Commerce Committee. Please …

I’ll be up front here. The .243 Winchester is by far the least “alternative” ammo option I’ve done in this series so far. I personally blame my editor; he won’t let me trash the 6.5 Creedmoor like I’ve been wanting to (Editor’s Note: If I allowed this, he would write about …