Samson Unveils a Modernized Aluminum Chassis for the Ruger Mini-14
At GunCon 2026, Samson Manufacturing revealed a near-all-aluminum, adjustable folding chassis for the Ruger Mini-14, reported to be drop-in for 2008-and-newer rifles.
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.
DS Arms Bets Its Future on the FAL, Steps Back From AR-10
At GunCon 2026, DS Arms said it is refocusing on the FN FAL platform and stepping back from AR-10 rifles, keeping the “Right Arm of the Free World” alive in the USA.
Chiappa 92 Core: A Modernized .44 Magnum Lever Gun
Chiappa’s new 92 Core pairs classic Winchester 1892 looks with an angle-eject action, M-LOK forend, and a threaded muzzle, chambered in .44 Magnum.
DOJ Sues Virginia to Block SB 749 Assault Firearms Ban
The Justice Department has sued Virginia over SB 749, its new ‘assault firearms’ ban, which a state court has already paused before it could take effect.
CVA Recalls Every Paramount Muzzleloader: Stop-Use Order and What Owners Get
CVA issued a stop-use safety recall on every Paramount muzzleloader, all models and years, over a loading-related failure risk. Owners can claim a gift card up to $2,200 or a centerfire rifle exchange.
Best Straight-Wall Rifles for Ohio Deer Hunting (2026)
The best straight-wall rifles for Ohio deer hunting in 2026, all legal under Ohio’s .357 to .50 caliber rules. From the Ruger American Gen II to lever guns and ARs, plus which straight-wall cartridge to choose.
Best Survival & Backpack Rifles for 2026 (Takedown Tested)
The best survival and backpack rifles for 2026, tested and ranked. From the do-everything Ruger 10/22 Takedown to the folding Kel-Tec SUB-2000 and the ultralight Chiappa Little Badger, here are the top takedown and packable rifles for the backcountry.
Best 10mm Carbines (2026): 4 Real Carbines, Not Braced Pistols
The four real 10mm carbines you can buy in 2026, from the folding Kel-Tec SUB2000 Gen3 to the KRISS Vector CRB, plus why the CMMG Banshee is a pistol and what a 16 inch barrel adds in velocity.
AK-47 Upgrades That Matter (2026): Parts Worth Buying
The AK-47 upgrades that actually matter – furniture, optics mounts, triggers, magazines and controls – in the order to buy them, with honest advice and live prices.