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American Rifleman's Mark Keefe takes a look at the Star Firestar, an ergonomically designed pistol intended for concealed carry that was far ahead of its time. Though Star and their importer, Interarms, are now both out of business, the smooth-shooting Firestar still has a cult following that make them extraordinarily desirable in the second-hand market. For more on this well-designed carry gun, check out this segment of "I Have This Old Gun" from a recent episode of American Rifleman TV.
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America is known across the world as a nation of gun owners, but only one firearm action has the distinction of being uniquely American: the lever-action.
Springfield Armory is jumping into the bolt-action handgun market with its new-for-2026 Heatseeker pistol, which is based on the company's Model 2020 rifle action.
As Weatherby's first entry into the muzzleloading category, the Model 307 MZY promises to “deliver a new standard of accuracy, reliability, and consistency for black powder hunters.”