Gun Reviews

The inventor of the Kalashnikov AK-47 rifle, Mikhail Kalashnikov, has died at age 94, Russian officials say.

More guns, less crime is a common sense matter for most firearms enthusiasts. And in a recent study, there is quantitative evidence backing up the idea guns indeed do curb the most violent of crimes.

Do big-bore handguns get your blood pumping? Does the idea of aching wrists after a long day of shooting make you smile? Then check out these clips to witness some of the world's most powerful hand cannons in action.

The company that brought us the first AR proves it still has tricks up its sleeve with the AR-30A1 — a refined bolt-action sniper rifle.

In general, the least magnification that gives you a clear target image is the best scope magnification. Noted long-range shooting authority Wayne van Zwoll explains why.

The January 27, 2014 issue of Gun Digest the Magazine features a gun review on the Springfield Armory 9mm 1911 Range Officer, Ruger Red Label shotgun, plus AR-15 gun values report, 70 years of Gun Digest and more!

After a year bumping around Europe, the L-A1 is coming to America. And the latest version of Steyr's striker-fired pistol has everything that has made its predecessor popular, along with a few tweaks certain to gain favor with those looking for a full-sized polymer-framed pistol.

When it comes to AR-15s for survival, there is a strong case to be made for standard direct impingement over newer piston-driven AR designs.

Jerry Miculek shows us the proper way to decorate for Christmas using his new toy—the .50 AE Desert Eagle!

One of the most useful rifle shooting aids is also one of the most neglected. That is the use of the loop sling. The support and steadiness it provides, when properly used, is enormous.

Redfield use to be the acme in hunting scopes. The brand still has a fine selection in this realm, but has made headway in another shooting niche. The Battlefield line has proved popular enough Redfield is offering a new version of the scope.

Sure, rarity can drive the price of a firearm, but it's not the only factor in making a gun desirable. Condition goes a long way in determining gun values. The better a gun's shape the heftier its price tag.

Historically, entry options for handguns safes have fallen into three categories -- keys, keypads and biometrics. But there appears to be a break in another direction with RFID technology hitting the market.

The best custom gun work ever done is being accomplished today, writes Tom Turpin, author of Modern Custom Guns, 2nd Edition. Judge for yourself in this stunning photo gallery featuring 20 of the most amazing custom and engraved guns ever assembled in one place.

Wondering what firearms are setting the market on fire? Handguns -- both revolvers and pistols -- have been a hot ticket as of late. Some discontinued models have made a jump in value, demanding Blue Book prices or better.

Can Jerry Miculek pull it off while shooting the handgun upside down, one-handed ... using his pinky finger? Watch to find out!