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.

Concealed Carry: Should You Carry Your Gun At Church?

Some might have reservations about carrying a gun to church. But a self-defense scenario can play out anywhere, even a house of worship.

Concealed Carry: Do You Need To Practice Fast-Holstering A Handgun?

The need to practice fast holstering a handgun for self-defense is debatable and in many cases dangerous.

6.5 PRC: Extending The Rifleman's Reach

The 6.5 PRC is Hornady’s new hot shot and looks to have ballistic chops to be be the No. 1 six.

Gun Review: Is EDC X9 The Best Pistol Ever Made?

Wilson Combat’s EDC X9 is an elegant, yet highly functional pistol for carry and defense, and in the author’s mind, it’s simply the best.

How-To: Defining Your 1/3 Second Zero

Never heard of the 1/3 Second Zero technique to zero in a rifle? Read on: It will improve your hit success forever.

9 Revolvers To Suit Any Taste Or Budget

Given their ease of use and potent ammunition selection, revolvers are still shooting strong after all these years.

Handguns: The Modern-Day Revolver

In a time of semi-auto dominance, revolvers — and the cartridges they shoot — are far from irrelevant.

Ammo Brief: .223 Remington For Deer

Does the small and speed .223 Remington have what it takes to put meat on the table? With the right bullet, you bet.