Meopta Sport Optics has introduced the MeoSight IV, a new red-dot reflex sight that the company says is its smallest with a 1.2-ounce weight. With an ultra-low profile, the MeoSight IV is ideal for use on handguns, and is compatible with standard-size optics-ready pistol systems using a Docter adapter plate, …

The Problem You are a petite woman married to someone twice your size. In an effort to be proactive in this time of increasing civil unrest, he decided to purchase several firearms strictly for home-defense purposes. Unfortunately, he made all of the purchases of handguns and long guns thinking he …

I have a problem that has perplexed me for the last three years concerning the Ruger Mark IV Target .22 LR pistol I shoot for Steel Challenge competition and just ringing steel for fun. In cleaning this gun over the last three years, I have yet to come out with …

Colt is launching a new bolt-action rifle, the CBXPrecision Rifle. The CBX is an advanced chassis-based rifle with features specifically designed for competitive shooters. “Our engineers excelled in the design of the CBX Rifle,” remarked Jessica Treglia, Colt Manufacturing, Director of Commercial Products. “We’ve created a premium precision rifle worthy of …

In the vernacular of U.S. military snipers, “Send it” is often the last thing a sniper hears from his spotter (also a sniper) a few instants before breaking a well-aimed shot. Unfortunately, this month’s topic is nowhere near as interesting as the dynamics surrounding how a typical, two-person sniper team …

This week, we’re taking a closer look at the Trijicon SRO, or Specialized Reflex Optic. Initially constructed as a high-speed aiming solution for competitive shooters, the SRO boasts an extremely wide hood for rapid target acquisition. The SRO comes with a choice of 1-, 2.5- or 5 MOA dots, all with eight brightness …

Armed Citizen® Today A homeowner in Bedford County, Pa., defended himself from an alleged home invader who attacked him inside his home on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022. Around 3 a.m. that morning, the homeowner became aware of an intrusion into his residence and dialed 911. While on the phone with …

Two-time world sporting clays champion Anthony I. Matarese, Jr., literally grew up on a sporting clays range, has notched national wins in several disciplines and is one of the top shotgun coaches in the country. In Straight Shooting: A World Champion’s Guide To Shotgunning, he explains what the equipment, games and …

It has been more than 10 years since Colt had any kind of bolt-action rifle in its lineup, but for 2023, the company changed that omission with the Colt CBX. Designed as an entry-level rifle for the Precision Rifle Series (PRS) competition, the CBX is loaded with performance-enhancing features and can be …

The now-legendary “U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30, Model of 1903” was adopted in 1903, and it became one of the most widely used and best-known American military rifles of all time. Rare indeed is the shooter, collector or arms enthusiast who is not familiar with the ’03. Not so well-known are the significant …