In the mid-19th century, the French military had developed some new firearm designs to take advantage of what was then the novel concept of a self-contained cartridge. Initially, like many militaries, the French converted existing military muzzleloaders to…

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Thermal riflescopes have quickly moved from specialized military equipment to practical tools for hunters, shooters and landowners. With processing power advancing and manufacturing costs decreasing, thermal technology continues to become more accessible. Armasight’s newest release, the Contractor 320 Lite, reflects this trend. Built on the same foundation as the original Contractor 320, the Lite version retains a durable aluminum housing, sealed compartments and tethered, gasketed caps to prevent loss in the field. The control layout emphasizes simplicity, with tactile knobs and a single selector button for capturing still images or video. A locking power switch requires both depression and rotation…

Ruger has officially launched its 250th Anniversary Series of firearms, commemorating the United States Semiquincentennial and celebrating the company’s deep roots in American manufacturing. Echoing the iconic commemorative line introduced for the nation’s Bicentennial in 1976, each limited production model in this new series is distinctly marked: “Made in the 250th Year of American Liberty.” In honoring this milestone, the series also pays tribute to the freedoms safeguarded by the Second Amendment—protections that have helped shape the American experience for 250 years. Ruger has built rugged, reliable firearms in American factories for more than seven decades. The traditions of craftsmanship,…