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.

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.

Ammo: Is Your Hunting Bullet Lethal Enough?

Bullet lethality is defined by how much damage it does and energy it dumps once it reaches a target. How do new bullet measure up in these departments?

3 Semi-Auto Pistol Drills To Perfect Your Skills

Most firearms handgun drills are universal, applying to both semi-automatic pistols and revolvers. But there are a few more facets that need to be mastered when becoming proficient with a pistol.