Q. Some time ago I purchased a Springfield Model 1903A3 from the Civilian Marksmanship Program. The rifle had an unusual modification by the addition of a second set of swivels. I have not been able to obtain any information regarding this modification. Please let me know if you have any information. A. …

When Winchester debuted the Model 1873 rifle, its purpose was to provide a more stable platform capable of handling more powerful cartridges than the .44 Henry Flat. That cartridge, introduced in 1860 in the Henry rifle, featured a 216-gr., internally lubricated, lead bullet propelled by more than 25 grains of black powder …

One of the most common questions I receive as a “Hardware” columnist for this publication is: “What’s the best inexpensive over/under shotgun?” Plenty of folks want an over/under for skeet and clay games where these guns dominate in popularity. Others just want a do-all shotgun that looks a little classier …

Springfield, VA – Gun Owners of America (GOA) and Gun Owners Foundation (GOF) Senior Vice President Erich Pratt issued the following statement after the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals granted the government’s petition for en banc review by the full court in GOA v Garland: Today, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a …

It’s not uncommon for good folks who want to exercise their Second Amendment rights to find themselves with limited financial resources to spend on shooting equipment. For newlyweds, those saving up for school or individuals challenged with “re-employment opportunities,” the price tag attached to a firearm might be its most …

Beretta USA has announced the launch of a brand-new semi-automatic shotgun series: the A300 Ultima. This gun will feature the classic mechanisms of the A300 platform with newly enlarged controls, an improved receiver, and the proprietary Beretta Kick-Off recoil reduction system. “The new A300 Ultima offers a unique opportunity for shooters to …

One of the things that I have a tough time understanding are the people who go to the trouble to get a concealed carry license and then only carry when they think they might need it. It’s as if they think they can figure out ahead of time when they …

Hi-Point Firearms is putting a new twist on the company’s popular 9 mm and .45 ACP carbines for America’s birthday. For a limited time, you can purchase the Hi-Point 995 and 4595 Special Edition model carbines with a hydro-dipped Grand Union Flag. Display your patriotism and celebrate our country’s declaration of freedom …

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee voted 11-11, along party lines, to advance the nomination of David Chipman to lead the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). With the tie vote, Chipman’s nomination will now move before the entire U.S. Senate, where a majority vote will be required to confirm him …

Offhand shooting is by far the hardest position to master in any rifle shooting sport. As most of us learned the fundamentals in the prone or benchrest position, sending a shot downrange while standing tall can be quite foreign the first time around. Nevertheless, if you want to excel in sports such …