The lever-action rifle resurgence continues, with several new rifles seen at the 2025 SHOT Show. From tactical survival rifles to classic hunting designs, we’re running the best new lever-actions hitting the market in 2025. Long live the lever! Best New Lever-Actions for 2025 Davide Pedersoli Boarbuster Apocalypse The Steampunk esthetic
The NSSF Shot Show marks the kick-off to a fresh year of guns, gear, and accessories. As technology advances, firearms and optics become increasingly adept at meeting their intended purposes. This, of course, is only limited by their ammunition, which is why I consider these introductions to be the most
It seems that 90% of our handguns are black and utilitarian. We accept that because, for the most part, they are tools. However, there was a day when people took the time to add embellishments to their guns. These ranged from simple carvings on stocks to detailed engraving on handguns.
Either SHOT Show 2025 didn’t present a lot of new AR-15-style rifles, or I was too busy looking at all the lever-action rifles and new 1911s and 2011s hitting the market. A few ARs did catch my eye, especially an odd one with a forward charging system that allows you
Women are still the fastest-growing demographic in firearm ownership. This year at SHOT Show, many companies showcased products that provide solutions for the genuine needs of women. It was refreshing to see actual innovation in contrast to merely aesthetically pleasing products. My SHOT Show roundup for Women’s Gear includes the
SK Guns just launched a massive collaboration, joining forces with Agency Arms, Stan Chen Customs and Color Casing by the famous “DOUG.” The resulting Agent Firecrest AOS 1911 pistols, a re-engineered Emissary design, come in three variations. And they are breathtakingly striking in appearance. SK Guns Agent Firecrest AOS 1911
There are certain items that we have on our “must-have” list. These usually include things like a handgun, flashlights, and knives. While we often see these items as tools, no rule says they must be sterile-looking or ugly. If it is something that you will be putting your eyes on
Back when I was a young shooter out stalking dinosaurs for food, we all started out on iron sights. We then graduated up to a scope if and when we could afford it. Nowadays, however, absolutely everybody seems to be perching something sparkly or electronic atop their favorite smoke poles.
Hydra Weaponry just announced a welcome update to the Hydra 10 line of AR-10-style rifles. The platform now comes chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, adding the previously-released model in .308/7.62×51. Hydra 10 6.5 Creedmoor Hydra also offers up the opportunity for Hydra 10 owners to pick up a 6.5 barrel for
