There are a lot of cool barrel-swap systems in the firearm world, but most are expensive, and sometimes a whole new rifle is required. The SwitchLug by West Texas Ordnance is designed for popular rifles, and it’s a modern system that doesn’t require buying new rifle. Instead, it’s a simple lug change on the action, and it’s about as easy of a barrel change as possible. West Texas Ordnance & The Lore of the LugWest Texas Ordnance, Inc. (WTO) was founded by Marine Clayton Smith and his wife in 2009 after active duty; the SwitchLug system was patented and then…

In 1976, the Army officially adopted FN’s MAG machine gun, labeling it the M240 and employing it exclusively as a coaxial gun on M1 Abrams tanks. The platform subsequently was adopted in various forms by every branch of the U.S. military. All are considered some of the most reliable martial arms ever designed, but the legendary firm doesn’t have a habit of resting on its laurels. This year, it introduced a new variant, adding enhancements requested by those whose job requires time behind a trigger, often in hostile conditions. The FN MAG Tactical with long rail remains chambered in 7.62…

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Exuberance was the defining spirit of the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings. More than 73,000 attendees packed the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston to celebrate 250 years of America, concurrent with 155 years of their NRA. Helping them along was an exhibit hall filled with the latest and greatest from industry stalwarts and up-and-comers alike. While major releases, like Springfield’s Saint Victor 9 mm PDW and Model 2020 bolt-action pistol, dominated the conversation, no category was left unrepresented. Competitive shooters, concealed carriers, hunters and everyone in between had something to take a gander at, from the latest firearms and…

European American Armory (EAA) is known for importing both classic firearm designs as well as unique and innovative products at an affordable price. This year, the company expanded its catalog with a new hunting rifle line, the Balikli BLK bolt-action, a rifle with high-end features for its price, as well as compatibility with broad aftermarket.   The Balikli BLK series is an M700-pattern bolt action hunting rifle at an affordable price.   Made by Turkish manufacturer Balikli, BLK bolt-action rifles are based around an M700-pattern action, meaning it is compatible with aftermarket parts designed for the Remington Model 700. It…

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Rock River Arms, the Colona, Ill.-based firearm manufacturer, is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. The company’s story really began in 1994, when brothers Mark and Chuck Larson launched a small operation called Tolerance Plus from a two-story garage along the Rock River in Cleveland, Ill. It originally produced high-quality custom 1911 components, but when the company incorporated as Rock River Arms in 1996, it expanded into AR-platform manufacturing. From the first custom 1911 sold in 1997, to the launch of the company’s first complete LAR-15 rifles, Rock River Arms built its momentum and garnered a reputation for high standards…