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Holiday Travel Safety Tips

The holidays are a time for seeing friends and family, which means a lot of people are on the road traveling. Make sure you plan well to make it a safe trip when hitting the road.

Remington Releases Express Air Rifle, Offers Holiday Discount

For the first time since 1928, Remington has released an air rifle—and the company is kicking off the launch with a holiday rebate.

Clean Sweep for the Holidays

Tired of wrapping slightly off-target gifts for the shooter on your list?

The Armed Citizen® December 3, 2013

Read three more amazing stories of self-defense in the latest online edition of The Armed Citizen®.

Magnum Research Introduces the Ultra-Compact Desert Eagle 1911U

Magnum Research has announced a new addition to its 1911 line, in the form of an ultra-compact, ultra-light concealed carry .45 ACP that will be known as the Magnum Research DE1911U (Undercover model).

What's New in Shooting Products

With Christmas right around the corner here are a few things you may want to add to your list before it's too late.

Mall Safety

While the chance of something bad happening when cruising the stores for holiday sales is pretty slim, you should still have a plan that keeps you and your family safe, just in case.

Henry Repeating Arms Donates 200 Rifles to YSSA

Henry Repeating Arms Company recently donated 200 Henry Lever Action Youth .22 rifles to the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance.

NRA Outdoors Partners With Willie Bloomquist For Children's Charity

NRA Outdoors has partnered with professional baseball player Willie Bloomquist to raise $11,000 for charity.

Continuing Gun Quotes

It seems as if everyone has at least one gun quote that sums up a belief in gun culture or the use of firearms for self-defense.

American Rifleman TV Schedule: December 2013

Tune in Wednesday nights on the Outdoor Channel for the latest episode of American Rifleman TV. Here's what we've got in store for the month of December.

Browning 1911-22

Smaller incarnations of full-size guns aren’t necessarily a recent phenomenon—nor are full-size models that have been chambered in substantially smaller calibers. Browning took the concept to a different level, though, with the release of its miniaturized 1911-22.

Gun of the Week: Browning 1911-22

Smaller incarnations of full-size guns aren’t necessarily a recent phenomenon—nor are full-size models that have been chambered in substantially smaller calibers. Browning took the concept to a different level, though, with the release of its miniaturized 1911-22.

GOTW: Browning 1911-22

Smaller incarnations of full-size guns aren’t necessarily a recent phenomenon—nor are full-size models that have been chambered in substantially smaller calibers. Browning took the concept to a different level, though, with the release of its miniaturized 1911-22.

Redring for Home Defense?

It’s primarily designed for clay sports and is far from ideal, but with the right setup it will hold bad guys at bay until authorities arrive.

Savage Model 42 Combo Gun

Savage breathes new life into the classic dual-caliber field piece with this updated .22 Long Rifle/.410 Bore over/under long gun.

2013 Holiday Gift Guide for Shooters

The holiday shopping season has once again arrived, and there's no shortage of gifts for a firearm enthusiast. That said, finding the right one amidst a flooded marketplace—particularly on short notice—can be a challenge. Fortunately for you, the hardworking elves we have here at AmericanRifleman.org have put together this handy 2013 Holiday Gift Guide.

LaserLyte Introduces Trainer Target Plinking Can

LaserLyte has added another training tool to its innovative collection with the introduction of the new Laser-Plinking-Can.

Kimber Mountain Ascent: A True Featherweight

Dave Campbell says Kimber’s Mountain Ascent rifle is as pure a lightweight hunting rifle as you’ll ever find.

Trigger Guard Shape

When service pistols began to evolve, many designers added a flat face or a hook to trigger guards to allow finger placement. Did it help? Wiley Clapp answers.

Preparing a Home Defense Plan

The time for developing a home-defense plan is long before you’re awakened by the sound of glass breaking. And everyone should be involved.

Opening Up To Off-Body Carry

In the old days, off-body carry entailed rudimentary “fanny packs” for handguns and firearm-specific cases for rifles and shotguns. Today, a wide variety of discreet cases make off-body carry a whole new proposition.

Gamo Thanksgiving Combo Special

As a “Thanksgiving Combo,” Gamo is offering a Whisper Rifle with free PBA pellets, Blue Flame pellets and a tactical LED flashlight for only $299.99 (free shipping).

Zeiss Offering Holiday Season Rebates

Carl Zeiss Sports Optics has kicked off its holiday promotions with the announcement of seasonal rebates of up to $100 on select products.

GOTW: Wilson Combat Spec-Ops 9

Ever since Colt developed the Commander in 1949, the 1911 pistol has been modified, adapted, tweaked and improved for comfortable carry and easier concealment. Wilson Combat continues this trend with the Spec-Ops 9.

Gun of the Week: Wilson Combat Spec-Ops 9

Ever since Colt developed the Commander in 1949, the 1911 pistol has been modified, adapted, tweaked and improved for comfortable carry and easier concealment. Wilson Combat continues this trend with the Spec-Ops 9.

Wilson Combat Spec-Ops 9

Ever since Colt developed the Commander in 1949, the 1911 pistol has been modified, adapted, tweaked and improved for comfortable carry and easier concealment. Wilson Combat continues this trend with the Spec-Ops 9.

Your Guide To The Changing Marketplace Of Gun Sales

In the past few years, there has been a sea change in the methods and locations of how firearm sales are conducted. Technology, new business models, destination stores, expansive ranges and other factors might just change where you fill out your next Form 4473.

Welcome to Shooter's World

Shooter’s World in Tampa, Fla., is a 62,000-sq.-ft. facility, making it one of the biggest gun stores in America. Its impressive size, however, hasn’t diminished its gun-shop charm.

Weaver Turkey Scopes

Weaver provides a variety of optic options, including scopes that contain features desired by turkey hunters.

Ruger Revisits The Forty-Five

Is there any doubt that Americans, all things being equal, still prefer the .45 ACP? Sturm, Ruger & Co. introduced two .45s this year, one is cutting-edge and the other is a classic. Take your pick.

Bushytails, Bunnies & Birds

Managing Editor Aaron Carter selects a .410 bore load that's best for bushytails, bunnies and bird hunting.

Shopping Safe

With the holiday season getting started, be extra diligent to ensure you have a safe and happy shopping experience.

Alliant Powder Power Pro 1200-R

Made in the U.S., Power Pro 1200-R is specifically designed for high-volume .223 Rem. reloading on a progressive press.

The Armed Citizen® November 19, 2013

Read three more amazing stories of self-defense in the latest online edition of The Armed Citizen®.

Tyler Grip Adapter

In the Golden Age of Revolvers, the “T” Grip adapter was used by many shooters. Now that revolvers are growing in popularity again, Tyler T Grips are resurging.

Winchester’s Win1911

Winchester Ammunition has introduced an ammunition line designed around America’s most iconic handgun.

Ruger Again Named "Manufacturer of the Year"

Ruger was presented with the Firearms Manufacturer of the Year award at the 40th Annual Meeting of the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers.

It’s Not a Game

There is a new trend growing, where teenagers try to knock out random people on the street with a single blow.

An American Favorite: The .243 Winchester

Countless young hunters shoot rifles chambered in .243 Win. to take untold numbers of big game, despite assertions from big-bore advocates that the .243 is marginal, at best, for smaller big-game animals. How do they do it?

GOTW: Weatherby Vanguard Series 2 Back Country

The latest addition to Weatherby's Vanguard Series 2 line, the Back Country is perfect for the hunter who plans to put a ton of bootprints on the ground and needs something a little lighter.

Factory Tour: Colt's Manufacturing Company

NRA E-Media's Thomas Rickwalder recently visited Colt's base of operations in Hartford, Conn. Here are a few of the behind-the-scenes photos he brought back.

Win a Free Trip to Gunsite Academy

OpticsPlanet.com and Crimson Trace are giving shooters a chance to visit the nation’s premier training academy.

Gun of the Week: Weatherby Vanguard Back Country

The latest addition to Weatherby's Vanguard Series 2 line, the Back Country is perfect for the hunter who plans to put a ton of bootprints on the ground and needs something a little lighter.

Weatherby Vanguard Series 2 Back Country

The latest addition to Weatherby's Vanguard Series 2 line, the Back Country is perfect for the hunter who plans to put a ton of bootprints on the ground and needs something a little lighter.

Guns, Silver and John F. Kennedy

NRA Life member John F. Kennedy was an avowed 2nd Amendment supporter. Fifty years after his death, Universal Coin & Bullion is commemorating the historic year with a 1964 Kennedy half dollar.

Work Sharp Ken Onion Knife & Tool Sharpener

Work Sharp has partnered with knife designer Ken Onion to produce a powered tabletop knife and implement sharpener for outdoorsmen. Here's the review straight from the pages of American Rifleman magazine.

Tickets Now Available for Great American Outdoor Show

The National Rifle Association has announced that tickets for the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg, Pa., are now available online at GreatAmericanOutdoorShow.org.

Leupold Offers $80 in Rebates on Select VX-3 Riflescopes

From Nov. 15 to Dec. 31, 2013, Leupold will offer an $80 rebate on the purchase of select VX-3 riflescopes.

Redfield Battlezone 6-18x44 mm Scope

The Battlezone 6-18x44 mm riflescope delivers tactical utility at an economical price.

JOIN THE DISCUSSION

By NRA Staff
September 14, 2012

If you had to choose one gun—and only one gun—to get you through a disaster (be it traditional or zombie-related), what would it be? If you could have one firearm (that’s realistically available) to protect yourself, your family and your assets, what would it be and why? Here are 10 choices made by some of the editors and contributors in NRA Publications. What would you choose? Let us know.

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Latest Comments

jim wrote:
December 05, 2013

The mini 14, with a gym bag full of 30 rd mags. With a gd sling its accurate to over 200 yds with open sites and at a decent rate of fire! Not looking for it to turn back the Chinese army, but the 14 will keep peoples heads down when push comes to shove! It WILL prevent people from having there way with me and mine. Even if that's just long enough for me to put some distance me and them.

jerry wrote:
December 04, 2013

Rossi Circuit Judge.410 shot for small game,410 pdx defensive round for people and 45 colt for larger game/people.All 3 rounds can be in the weapon at the same time.I should mention this is not the revolver it's the revolver carbine rifle thingy.It's really light,easy to clean and is as accurate as I am.

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