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The .44 Magnum … One Year Later

The world's most potent handgun cartridge in the year 1958, its history and development, plus notes on handloading and shooting it, by the man whose dream came true!

Keep Your Bolt Running Right

When was the last time you paid any attention to the bolt on your bolt-action rifle? New tools now make routine maintenance much simpler.

Concealed Carry: Should You Carry a Backup Gun? Part 2

Backup handguns have saved the lives of a great many cops, and would have saved more had they been present. They can do the same for law-abiding citizens who legally carry concealed handguns to protect themselves and those within the mantle of their protection.

Florida County Considers New Shooting Range to Generate Economic Development

Officials in Pasco County, Florida, are discussing opening a new shooting range. Interestingly, the range is being considered for its potential to draw in a new tourist demographic - shooting enthusiasts with a yen to travel - and thereby boost the local economy.

Video: Understanding Mils (Milliradians)

NSSF's Ryan Cleckner explains the measurement term "milliradian" (mil) and how to use a mil-dot scope to measure the distance to your target at the range and in the field.

Concealed Carry: Should You Carry a Back-Up Gun? Part 1

The backup gun is a second handgun, normally carried concealed, used as a supplement to a primary handgun that may be carried openly or concealed, depending on the circumstances.

Building a National Match AR

The author builds a National Match AR from parts to be used in CMP competition.

New Jersey Range Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Last month, the Franklin Revolver and Rifle Association, located in Franklin, New Jersey, celebrated 100 years in operation.

Video: Understanding Minute of Angle

NSSF's Ryan Cleckner explains the measurement term "minute of angle" (MOA) and how to use MOA adjustments on your scope for sighting in and to compensate for bullet drop at varying distances.

Former Prison Guard finds Happiness, Success and Profit Gunsmithing

Jan-Steven Merson had a job that paid the bills, but his passion for firearms spurred him to make a career change. These courses by AGI helped him accomplish his goal.

Video: Set Up Your Scope for Success

The National Shooting Sports Foundation's (NSSF) Ryan Cleckner shows you how to properly set up your rifle and scope combination so that it naturally aligns with your eye.

New Public Shooting Range Opens in Arkansas

With so many of our shooting ranges facing lawsuits to shut them down and many just struggling to survive financially, it’s always nice to see when a new range actually opens its doors. That was the case in Arkansas, earlier this month, when Arkansas shooters got a new range near Batesville.

Video: First Round Hit

Precision Marksmanship Columnist Dave Morelli takes you through the process of ranging targets and compensating for environmental factors to make sure your first shot is a hit.

Tactical Gear Video: The El Presidente Drill

It was never meant to be the real thing. But it teaches very real skills.

Browning Buckmark Review: Timeless .22 Rimfire Pistol

There’s nothing more fun than shooting a .22 pistol that’s accurate, reliable, and attractive. The Browning Buckmark pistol makes the cut.

Colt Woodsman Sport (First Issue)

Clean and maintain your Colt Woodsman Sport (First Issue). This Automatic Pistols Assembly/Disassembly download makes it simple, thanks to author J.B. Wood's expertise, step-by-step instructions and crisp photography.

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