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Cutting It Close: Sharp Gift Ideas

Can’t think of what to get that special shooter/hunter/outdoorsman on your list? You know, the man, woman or kid who already appears to have it all? Take our word for it, anyone who likes to pull a trigger, bag a game animal and/or be prepared for the worst will like getting a knife … er, another knife. You can never have too many blades, and so here are some last-minute cues to can't-miss gifts.

December 26, 2012

GOTW: Tanfoglio Appeal

Manufactured by Tanfoglio and imported by EAA, the Appeal is single action bullpup rifle that sports a polymer stock and rail. Its lightweight rimfire design makes it an ideal AmericanRifleman.org Gun of the Week.

December 26, 2012

Shooting Accessories

There's nothing like getting out of the house to enjoy a day of shooting. Adding a few items to your shooting equipment set can make trigger time even better. Whether it’s to steady a shot, protect your guns or clean up afterward, there are plenty of accessories to help improve your shooting experience at Cheaper Than Dirt.

December 10, 2012

GOTW: Remington R1 Enhanced

Not too long ago the only semi-automatic Remington handguns you could find were manufactured in the 1920s. The company has continued to expand its revived M1911 line over the past few years, though, and the R1 Enhanced is the latest addition to the Gun of the Week series.

December 10, 2012

GOTW: Savage Rascal

We've featured firearms from throughout the industry and history itself in the Gun of the Week series, but Savage's Rascal is the first entry that was designed exclusively with young gun enthusiasts in mind.

December 05, 2012

Guns of Steel Challenge

The Steel Challenge is about speed. As such, the handguns used can be tricked out in just about any way the shooter desires. This creates some extremely fast and awesome looking firearms. Of course, there are also some pretty cool stock guns used to knock down those steel plates.

December 03, 2012

GOTW: Colt LE901-16S

With its adaptive lower receiver, the Colt LE901-16S can be swapped for other chambering suitable for the AR platform. Learn more about this latest AmericanRifleman.org Gun of the Week.

November 30, 2012

GOTW: Para Warthog

A compact .45, Para's Warthog delivers full-size stopping power in a carry-size package. Better yet, it features the ever-popular 1911 design. Learn more about the latest addition to the Gun of the Week series.

November 30, 2012

Gift Ideas for Shooters

If your holiday shopping list includes someone who is obsessed with the shooting sports, or one who maintains a firearm solely for personal defense, there is an endless array of gear and accessories for gift-giving that will evoke an ear-to-ear grin. So where to begin? Here are a few ideas to get you started.

November 28, 2012

.22 Bullseye Pistols

While NRA matches often include center-fire handguns, most bullseye shooting is conducted with a .22. In these competitions, accuracy and precision are more important than speed. Here are the most popular bullseye competition pistols, according to a poll conducted by Larry’s Guns.

November 19, 2012

GOTW: DRD Paratus-16

A quick break down semi-automatic rifle chambered in .308/7.62 x 51mm, the Paratus-16 can be assembled in less than a minute without the use of tools. Get a closer look at this unique rifle and see why it's the latest addition to the Gun of the Week series

November 13, 2012

Accessorizing the Ruger 10/22

Ruger's 10/22 is arguably one of the most popular guns in America today. As a result, it's also one of the most accessorized as well. If you have one of these handy little guns kicking around in the back of your gun safe, there's no reason not to dress it up a little for the range with these accessories from Cheaper Than Dirt.

November 13, 2012

GOTW: Mossberg 464 SPX

The SPX is a lever-action gun that could either be taken into the field or pressed into service in a home-defense or disaster situation. Get a look at this latest AmericanRifleman.org Gun of the Week in this gallery.

November 08, 2012

GOTW: Glock 17

Named for mechanical engineer Gaston Glock’s 17th patent, the Model 17 changed how and what handguns are made of. Get a closer look at the latest AmericanRifleman.org Gun of the Week.

November 08, 2012

Holsters 101

If you think there's a wide variety of handguns to choose from these days, wait until you get a load of all the holsters and retention systems folks have devised for carrying them. While it's not possible to review every option on the market, here is an introduction to some of the more common holster types available.

November 08, 2012