Springfield Armory’s Updated TRP 1911s Images courtesy of author. In what is sure to be big news in the M1911 world, Springfield Armory has both updated and expanded its Tactical Response Pistol (TRP) line for 2024. There are four models: Classic versions in both 5″ and 4.25″ barrels, a 5″ railed version, and a lightweight, railed 4.25″…
New for 2024: Leica Geovid Pro 10×42 AB+ Binocular Hunting ethics gets a huge boost with the world’s first bino equipped with a shot probability calculator! Ballistics isn’t just a science, it’s an art. Experienced hunters eventually develop a “sixth sense” of which shots are likely to result in a clean, ethical kill. But beginning…
Isn’t it Garand? CMP’s Logo Garand Match Contest The winning logo will be displayed on the 2024 National Garand Match t-shirt. For the last 26 years, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has held the John C. Garand Match, a unique event where participants use vintage “As-Issued” M1 Garand rifles over a course of fire with…
Safety Alert: CVA Announces Voluntary Recall for CVA Crossfire with Burnt Bronze / Nitride Barrel Do you own a CVA Crossfire in the burnt bronze/nitride trim? Please read this recall announcement carefully! Editor’s Note: We are in receipt of the following important safety announcement, which we have reproduced in its entirety below. If you own…
Savage Dressers Are Snappy Dressers … on Amazon! Savage customers can find t-shirts, jackets, hats, hoodies and more via the Amazon storefront. Being a Savage dresser just got easier (and cheaper) with Savage Arms‘ all-new Amazon storefront! with their new collection of branded apparel, shooting gear, accessories and more. Savage customers can shop an extensive line of Savage…
How and Why the 3 Rules of Gun Safety Work Knowing what the rules are isn’t the same as understanding why they must be followed. There is something magical—even jaw-dropping—about watching a good pistol shooter put a bullet in the middle of the target at 25 yards, 50 yards or longer! To have that lifetime…
Rifleman Q&A: Twist Rates For .22-250 Rem. Q. I am looking for the best accuracy with varmint bullets in the 50- to 60-grain range out of a .22-250 Remington rifle, but it appears twist rates range from 1:9″ to 1:14″. Can you help narrow down what will be best? A. When the .22-250 Rem. cartridge was developed, it was…
Review: Bushnell Match Pro ED 5-30X 56 mm Twenty years ago, prepping a rifle for a 1,000-yard shot was a daunting and expensive task. Back then, if somebody told you he had just set out into the world of long-range shooting and “bought a low-dollar scope just to get started,” you’d have known that he…
The Keefe Report: Inside The CSG Group—Remain Calm There are many rumors swirling around about the CSG Group’s pending purchase of Federal, CCI and Remington Ammunition. Like many of you, I was concerned. Vista Outdoor decided to separate its ammunition and accessory businesses. Then, in almost no time, a private purchaser announced it would buy the ammunition side. I,…
How to Grip a Handgun: Do’s and Don’ts A critical part of gun safety is simply knowing how to properly hold your handgun. This is an example of a proper semi-automatic grip. If you’re reading this, you’ve likely taken the plunge and purchased your first handgun. As the name implies, your hands are going to be…
