Rifles

We put together a lightweight AR build that’s designed to be used hard with some help from Bravo Company USA.

The bolt carrier group is the heart of any AR-style firearm, so here the author discusses how to find the best BCG for your needs.

The Aero Precision Solus Hunter bolt-action rifle revels in precision for the field or range.

I put the Bergara BMR Carbon to the test to see it cuts muster for entry-level competition rimfires.

A look back at drum magazines, their pros and cons and why they’ve fallen out of favor for professional and military use.

When too much still isn’t enough, it may be time to consider a big-bore AR-15.

Some shooters love lots of recoil and big slugs, if that’s you, it may be time to get a .50-caliber rifle.

Chrome-lined barrels may glitter, but are they gold? The author weighs their pros and cons to measure their utility.

A look at the relationship between suppressors, rifle barrel length, performance and handling.

Suppressed hunting rifles can be great, but they’re not ideal for every situation.

The author checks out a Harrington & Richardson XM177E2 clone, one of the excellent retro AR options in PSA’s H&R line.

The author takes a look at the Montana Rifle Company and its American-made Junction rifle.

There are many iterations of America’s favorite rimfire, but this buyer’s guide will help you find the best Ruger 10/22 for you.

For hunting or shooting, these bolt-action rifles are at the top of their game.

The scout rifle needs to be short, lightweight, handy and chambered in .308 Win./7.62 NATO — a rifle to do just about anything needed from hunting to self-defense.