18 States and DC Back AR-15 Bans at the Supreme Court
Massachusetts, New Jersey, 16 other states and DC told the Supreme Court that AR-15 bans are constitutional and that the common use test turns the Second Amendment into a head count.
Rifles
This is where our rifle reviews, comparisons and buying guides land. The best AR-15 rifles list covers every budget, and it’s the most-read page in this section for a reason.
Hunters should start with the best hunting rifles or go straight to the best deer hunting rifles. Want something classic? We’ve ranked the best lever action rifles, and the best .22 LR rifles are still the cheapest way to get good at shooting. Not sure which cartridge you need? Read the rifle caliber guide first. The full list of rifle roundups is in our buying guides hub.
Benelli Lupo Review (2026): 400 Rounds and the Sub-MOA Guarantee
We put 400 rounds through a 6.5 Creedmoor Benelli Lupo. Benelli’s three-shot sub-MOA guarantee, the shim kit that makes it fit, every caliber and twist rate from Benelli’s table, the $200 rebate, and how it compares with the Tikka T3x Lite and Bergara B-14 Ridge.
Virginia Tells SCOTUS AR-15s Aren’t Protected Arms
Virginia filed its own Supreme Court brief on October 28 arguing AR-15s are not protected Arms, while its SB 749 sales ban sits enjoined and every Virginia case over it is stayed.
IWI Tavor X95 Review (2026): 1,000 Rounds Through the Israeli Bullpup
We put 1,000 rounds through the IWI Tavor X95, the Israeli bullpup with a 16.5 inch barrel in a 26 inch rifle. Specs from IWI, every X95 model by length, and how it compares with the Steyr AUG, Springfield Hellion and Kel-Tec RDB.
Where Are Palmetto State Armory Guns Made? (2026)
PSA guns are made in Columbia, South Carolina, with parts forged at Spartan Forge (NC), barrels at DC Machine (Summerville SC), and receivers at Ferrous Engineering (West Columbia SC). Full breakdown of JJE Capital Holdings, the parent group, and where each PSA product line is built.
Ruger Precision Rifle Review (2026): 500 Round Test of the Gun That Changed Everything
The Ruger Precision Rifle democratized precision shooting with AR ergonomics on a bolt gun. We put 500 rounds through it. Full review with live pricing.
6 Best .400 Legend Rifles for 2026 (Straight-Wall Tested)
The best .400 Legend rifles for 2026, tested and ranked. From the Winchester XPR to the value-king Ruger American Gen II, here are the top straight-wall deer rifles in Winchester’s hard-hitting new cartridge.
6 Best 7mm PRC Rifles for 2026 (Hunting & Long-Range Tested)
The best 7mm PRC rifles for 2026, tested and ranked. From the carbon-fiber Christensen Ridgeline to the value-king Bergara Wilderness and budget Ruger American Gen II, here are the top rifles in Hornady’s hottest long-range hunting cartridge.
The 9 Best Rifle Scopes for Hunting and Long Range (2026)
The 9 best rifle scopes for 2026, from budget hunting optics to premium long-range glass. Vortex, Leupold, Primary Arms, and SIG Sauer scopes tested and ranked with real reviews.