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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.

Hardware: Sabatti SAPHIRE

Sabatti hit all the right marks with the SAPHIRE. The bolt-action rifle features a good stock, full-diameter bolt, floating bolt head, interchangeable free-floating barrels, an integral Picatinny base, open sights, Multi-Radial Rifling and MOA accuracy.

Hammer-Forged Barrels

Learn about hammer forging and how it makes a difference when it comes to your rifle's barrel.

Video: Marlin Revives the Model 444

Marlin is expanding a number of its lines in 2017—the big bores included. The Model 444, chambered in, predictably, the hard-hitting .444 Marlin cartridge, will return to the company's lineup.

NRA Gun of the Week: Smith & Wesson SW22 Victory Pistol

American Rifleman's Kelly Young takes a closer look at the Smith & Wesson .22-caliber target pistol.

Barrel Crowning

The crown—usually in the form of a rounded, raised bevel on today's firearms—is essential for optimum accuracy.

More On Federal Premium's New Muzzleloader Projectile

We initially broke the news about Federal Premium's new muzzleloader bullet a few days ago, but we couldn't wait to learn even more about the new design once the doors opened at the 143rd NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits.

Federal Premium Launching New, Revolutionary Muzzleloader Bullet Design

Federal Premium is striving to redefine modern in-line performance with its new Trophy Copper Muzzleloader bullet, which features one of the company's latest innovations: the B.O.R. Lock MZ system.

Savage Arms Introduces Model 10 GRS

Savage Arms has announced the arrival of its new Savage Model 10 GRS, a rifle designed exclusively with long-range shooters in mind. The Model 10 GRS is meant to deliver top-of-the-line accuracy and performance.

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