Why is Rifling Twist Direction Usually Right-Handed?
Have you ever noticed that most American gun makers make the rifling go in a right-handed—or clockwise—twist direction, whereas many British gun makers historically choose left-handed twists? Here's why.
Federal Trophy Copper Slug
The Trophy Copper slug's plastic sabot features an aluminum plate at its base that helps it engage the rifling, promoting accuracy.
#SundayGunday: Ruger Model 77 Hawkeye Hunter
Get a closer look at the Ruger M77 Hawkeye Hunter, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.
NRA Gun of the Week: Marlin 1895 GSBL Lever-Action Rifle
Built on the popular Model 336 action, the Marlin 1895 GSBL (Guide series, Stainless steel, Big-loop, Laminate stock) is chambered in .45-70 Govt. and features a full-length tubular magazine.
NRA Gun of the Week: Nosler M48 Liberty Rifle
The Nosler Model 48 Liberty rifle is a traditional, fairly lightweight bolt-action that's meant to join hunters in the harshest locations on Earth.
Video: Ruger AR-556 MPR in .450 Bushmaster
For 2019, Ruger has introduced a new model of its popular AR-556 MPR chambered for the straight-walled .450 Bushmaster cartridge. The bolt is machined from high-strength superalloy, and engineered with tapered lugs to support the large case head of .450 Bushmaster ammo.
#SundayGunday: Marlin Model 336C Curly Maple
Get a closer look at the Marlin Model 336C Curly Maple, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.
New for 2024: Winchester Ranger Rimfire
The brand long-known for its lever actions is bringing a snappy .22 Long Rifle to market.
NRA Gun of the Week: Mossberg MVP LR Tactical Bolt-Action Rifle
American Rifleman's Joe Kurtenbach breaks down the latest NRA Gun of the Week, the Mossberg MVP LR Tactical Bolt-Action Rifle.
Video: Springfield Armory Introduces the Saint
Springfield Armory’s Saint has arrived, and for the first time an AR-15-style carbine is wearing the company’s iconic crossed-cannons and flaming bomb.
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