Richard A. Mann
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A former police officer and serviceman with the U.S. Army, Richard A. Mann is one of the most well-respected firearms authorities writing on the subject today. He serves as contributing editor for several magazines, including NRA’s American Rifleman and Shooting Illustrated, Varmint Hunter, and Combat Handgunner, and is the editor for Gun Digest’s Cartridges of the World 13th Edition.
Firearm Training
Put It Away: Safe Handgun Holstering
One of the most common manipulations of a firearm is also one of the most often overlooked, so here’s the rundown on the best, safest handgun holstering practices.
Gun Articles
Is The 1911 Unsuited For Beginners?
The 1911 is an iconic, effective and time-tested pistol, but is it a good choice for beginners? Or is the 1911 a weapon better left to professionals?
Classic Guns
Holding History: A Boer War Martini-Henry
A look at a Boer War relic from South Africa, a re-barreled Martini-Henry from 1873.
Gun Articles
Learning How To Learn: Defensive Shooting Skills
Benefitting from a training course requires the right mindset if you want to improve your defensive shooting skills.
Accessories
Upgrading A Classic Gun
Is it sacrilege to install aftermarket upgrades on a classic gun? Or do the potential benefits make it worth it?
Handguns
The Primary Safety
Neither a grip safety nor a manual thumb safety should ever be the primary safety on a defensive handgun.