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New for 2026: The Chiappa M1-22 Bushranger

Chiappa Firearms expands its rimfire lineup with the introduction of the Bushranger M1-22 Semi-Auto, a .22 LR rifle built to bridge familiar sporting ergonomics with modern accessory capability. The Bushranger is intended for recreational shooting, skill development and range use, but could also excel in the hands of any small game or varmint hunter.

Hardware: Franchi Affinity 3.5

An upgrade to the original model, the new 12-gauge Affinity 3.5 sports design features that increase its appeal to the American hunter. It’s dependable, durable and lightweight, and with an MSRP around $1,000 and a seven-year warranty, it’s a shotgun you won’t hesitate to carry into the swamp.

Federal Announces Fusion Handgun in 10mm Auto

Federal’s popular Fusion Handgun delivers the accuracy and terminal performance handgun hunters need. Now, the design carries even more power with the new 10mm Auto load. Its 200-grain bullet and 1,200 fps muzzle velocity take full advantage of the cartridge, with more energy and better terminal performance on impact.

Colt Tactical .22

For fun, training and pinching pennies.

Browning Maxus

With its camo finish and 3 1/2-inch chamber, the Maxus is lightweight, easy to handle and feels right at home in upland fields.

Semi-Autos Produce Lower Velocities Than Revolvers

Because semis use gases to cycle the action, some velocity is lost.

First Look: Stevens S1200 Semi-Auto

Once upon a time, there was only one place to go if you wanted a shotgun with an inertia-driven action. Not anymore. Meet the new Stevens S1200.

Field Test: Weatherby Orion, Element Built to Last

Weatherby’s newest Orion over/under picks up where the company’s previous Italian- and Japanese-made Regency, Orion and Athena over/under guns left off: with quality.

Benelli Introduces Updated M2 Field Semi-Auto Shotgun Line

Updates the venerable Benelli M2 Field semi-auto to make it "workhorse rugged with thoroughbred speed,” and it all comes at a slightly lower price.

Hardware: SIG Sauer P320-XTEN

Semi-automatic and striker-fired, the P320-XTEN is extremely accurate, easy to shoot even with powerful 10mm loads and holds 15-plus-one rounds.

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