Biden’s America
Well, here we go again. Once more, the fight is on to protect the Second Amendment. This issue will go to print before the litigation is finished, so this could certainly change, but as it stands, it seems as if Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will be the next president …
NRA-Backed Stand Your Ground Legislation Introduced in Arkansas
FAIRFAX, Va. – The National Rifle Association Institute for Legislative Action is pleased to announce the filing of NRA-backed legislation, Senate Bill 24, in Arkansas. This important piece of legislation would eliminate the duty to retreat for victims of a crime — if passed, a victim who is attacked will no longer …
ARTV Preview: The History of Colt; Springfield Armory Waypoint 2020; Calisher and Terry Carbine
In this week’s episode of American Rifleman TV, we take a look at the history of the early Colt revolvers and the exploits of the company’s founder, Samuel Colt. Reviewed this week is the Springfield Armory Waypoint 2020, a rifle incorporating carbon fiber to both the stock and the barrel as well as being the company’s first …
Handgun Hunting: Top 5 Big-Game Cartridges
There is no shortage of reasons why big-game hunters might take to the field with a handgun, however, the challenge of “getting close” usually tops the list. Other drives can include that a smaller, more compact, and usually lighter arm delivers less recoil to the shoulder than a rifle would. Whatever the …
First Look: CMMG’s Banshee Now in Shorter .22 LR Pistol
The AR platform is adaptable to a wide range of calibers and firearms styles. One of the most-recognizable characteristics of the AR is its rear buffer tube, which houses the buffer spring assembly in many versions of the AR. Now CMMG is introducing their shortest and most compact Banshee line of firearms …
Authorities Issue Multiple Warnings on Concealed Carry Text Message Scam
Law enforcement officials are warning recipients of text messages that claim their concealed carry permit is ready for pickup or that provides a URL for renewal—or any variation of the CCW theme—should delete the message immediately and not click on provided links. Personal information could be compromised in doing so, …
How To Solve Minor Pistol Barrel Fitting Issues
One brilliant thing about many semi-automatic pistols is that you can change barrels to expand their versatility. A different barrel can enhance accuracy, allow the use of a suppressor or compensator, or change calibers. Depending on your goal and who makes the barrel, it might require fitting by a gunsmith, …
Making an Impression: Kimber’s Rapide Black Ice 10mm
Will Rogers once said, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” But that may not be the case with Kimber’s top-notch series of Rapide fullsize M1911 pistols. Launched in 2019, the first version of the Rapide featured a golden-hued, titanium nitride-coated barrel that contrasts nicely with …
Handgun Hunting: Top 5 Big-Game Cartridges
There is no shortage of reasons why big-game hunters might take to the field with a handgun, however, the challenge of “getting close” usually tops the list. Other drives can include that a smaller, more compact, and usually lighter arm delivers less recoil to the shoulder than a rifle would. Whatever the …
Review: Federal Premium Force X2 Buckshot
The new Force X2 12-gauge load from Federal represents the most noteworthy advancement in defensive-shotgun ammunition in recent memory. Over the last several decades, we’ve seen notable advancements with regard to ammunition. Things like the Federal Hydra-Shok Deep bullet, Black Hills’ Honey Badger load, the Critical Duty line from Hornady and Winchester’s PDX1 Defender are all noteworthy …