Smith & Wesson's M&P M2.0 is a significant revision of the storied firm's striker-fired polymer service pistol and defensive juggernaut. Preserving the original's ideal grip shape, the new gun incorporates a host of enhancements including a crisper, lighter trigger and from slide serrations.
American Rifleman's Brian Sheetz was one of the first in line at SHOT Show 2017 to put a few rounds downrange with the new model. Watch the video here and for more, visit smith-wesson.com.
Despite disagreements surrounding the .380 ACP cartridge's performance, its history shows it to be a popular, effective round, because people have always enjoyed small, easy-to-carry pistols that can be quickly deployed.
Designed as an "out-of-the-box" shooting system that can be configured and customized according to the needs of the end user, the Aero Precision Solus is a contender for today's popular Precision Rifle Series circuit.
Watch American Rifleman staff on the range this week with the Winchester Model 1895 Texas Ranger's 200th Anniversary Edition, a Davidson's Exclusive rifle that commemorates the storied history of Texas law enforcement.
Elbert Searle isn't one of the most well-known firearm designers, but his Savage Model 1907 and its derivatives were popular guns in their time. Now, a unique prototype pistol of his has been discovered, illustrating what else could have been in Savage's early 20th-century handgun lineup.
Special incentives from Hornady, Smith & Wesson and Beretta have already been come and gone, but they were just the first. Things have accelerated since.