CMP to Sell Surplus M14 Rifles, Semi-Auto Only
CMP will sell surplus M14 rifles converted to permanently semi-automatic, first orders late 2026 to early 2027. Eligibility, legal basis, open questions.
Rifles
Our rifle guides cover everything from modern sporting rifles and bolt-action hunting rifles to precision long-range platforms. We focus on accuracy, reliability, use cases, and real-world pricing to help you choose the right rifle for your needs.
S&W Puts the M&P15 AXE in 300 Blackout
The Smith & Wesson M&P15 AXE 300 Blackout arrives as an 8-inch SBR at $1,499 and a pistol at $1,479, both running Gemtech’s GVAC gas system.
New Jersey’s Assault Weapons Ban Falls: What Changes
The Third Circuit struck down New Jersey’s assault weapons ban and its 10-round magazine limit en banc, 10-5. State Police say it takes effect July 31, 2026.
6 Best Air Rifles for Pest Control (2026): Quiet & Accurate
The best air rifles for pest control in 2026, quiet, accurate .22 PCPs and break-barrels for rats, pigeons and squirrels. Neighbor-friendly airguns ranked.
6 Best Air Rifle Scopes (2026): Close-Focus & Recoil-Proof
The best air rifle scopes of 2026, from the Hawke Airmax to the UTG Bug Buster. Optics built for close-focus parallax, spring-gun recoil, and pellet holdover.
6 Best Airguns for Beginners (2026): First Guns for Kids & Adults
The best beginner airguns of 2026, from the classic Daisy Red Ryder for kids to the Ruger Air Hawk and Gamo Swarm for adults. Cheap, self-contained first guns.
7 Best .22 Air Rifles (2026): PCP & Break-Barrel Ranked
The best .22 air rifles of 2026, from the Benjamin Marauder PCP to the Gamo Swarm break-barrel. The do-everything airgun caliber ranked for hunting, pest control and plinking.
6 Best Big-Bore Airguns (2026): Deer & Hog Hunting Power
The best big-bore airguns of 2026, from the deer-capable Benjamin Bulldog .357 to the hard-hitting Umarex Hammer .50 and value AEA Zeus. Air-powered rifles for big game.
7 Best Air Rifles for Hunting (2026): Small Game to Deer
The best air rifles for hunting in 2026, from the quiet, accurate Benjamin Marauder for small game to big-bore airguns for deer and hogs. Ranked by energy, accuracy and value.