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The Winchester Story

It was 150 years ago that the name “Winchester” was first stamped on a rifle. But Winchester’s narrative began well before that, and it is a tale tied to the American West, to the wars of the 20th century, to big personalities such as John Browning and John Olin, and to the manufacture of billions of cartridges and millions of rifles and shotguns beloved by generations of Americans.

Top 5 Lever-Action Rifles of All Time

Everyone loves a lever gun. Here are five of the finest ever made.

10 Things You Didn't Know About Browning

Few companies have had as profound an impact on the American hunting and shooting industry as Browning—in no small part thanks to genius of its famous founder. Here are 10 things you might not have known about the company's history.

Behind the Bullet: .45 ACP

In spite of the numerous developments in handgun cartridge technology over the last century, it seems that the John Browning designed .45 ACP is as valid and as ever, and we'd bet that assessment will be valid in another 100 years.

#SundayGunday: Browning Citori 725 Sporting

Get a closer look at the Browning Citori 725 Sporting, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.

10 Guns Every Hunter Should Own

Perhaps the most opinionated argument of all time is, “What’s the best gun?” It all comes down to an unscientific determining factor known as “what I like.” That said, here are 10 firearms every hunter just has to have.

Head to Head: .30-30 Winchester vs. .35 Remington

Between the .30-30 Win. and the .35 Rem., which is the more useful cartridge for hunters? Contributor Philip Massaro compares the two and picks the winner.

10 Things You Didn't Know About Winchester Repeating Arms

One of the most prominent early American firearm manufacturers, Winchester Repeating Arms has a footprint in the very roots of U.S. history. Here are 10 things about the 153-year-old company that may surprise you.

An Ode to the Winchester Model 1886

The Model 1886 remains at the top of the heap of excellent lever-action rifles. Whether new or vintage, having one in your safe is never a bad idea, and it’s a great choice for nearly any big game at ranges suitable for the big rimmed cartridges.

First Look: Browning SA-22 Challenge Rifle

The new SA-22 Challenge was designed for those seeking superior precision in a rimfire rifle, featuring a threaded 16¼-inch fixed matte blued bull barrel, a Grade I American walnut stock with a raised comb and a fitted Picatinny scope base.

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