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Beretta released the Tomcat in 1996, and the tiny pistol chambered in .32 ACP continues to be an option for concealed carry and backup use.

Since Hi-Point introduced its Model 995 carbine in the 1990s, the semi-automatic, pistol-caliber carbine is still in production today and maintains its popularity.

Unveiled in 2016 and claiming a prestigious NRA Publication’s Golden Bullseye award by the next year, the Tavor X95 was a commerical success and improved upon the design of the original Tavor SAR. 

Remington broke fresh ground with the release of the Nylon 66 back in 1959, introducing the commercial market to what would become the future of polymer furniture on sporting arms.

On this week’s “Gun of the Week” video preview, watch as staff editors examine Kel-Tec’s radical P50, a semi-automatic pistol built around the FN 5.7x28 mm cartridge.

On this week’s “Gun of the Week” video preview, American Rifleman staff examines a budget-friendly semi-automatic pistol from Hi-Point Firearms.

Kel-Tec is know for interesting firearm designs, and the PMR30 is no exception with its .22 WMR chambering and 30-round magazine capacity.

In 2019, Taurus Int’l made the business decision to set aside the company’s more unusual and exotic offerings. Instead, the team focused its efforts on improving product quality and manufacturing consistency while continuing to offer reliable handgun options that met its customers’ needs at affordable prices.

When introduced in the 1990s, the FN P90 PDW was far different from more traditional carbines with its design and chambering. It design and layout are truly unique, and even two decades later the semi-automatic PS90 is still popular and futuristic.