Barrett M82A1 Review (2026): Shooting the Most Famous .50 Cal in the World
Barrett M82A1 review: 250 rounds of .50 BMG, zero malfunctions. 32.7 lb, $9,820 MSRP, $8,899.99 street. Every 82A1 version vs the M107A1 and Model 99.
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.
Best AR-15 for Home Defense (2026): 8 Top Picks Tested
The 8 best AR-15s for home defense in 2026, tested: the BCM RECCE-11, a $450 PSA 10.5-inch pistol, the DDM4 V7 S, Saint Victor and Zion-15, plus ammo and light.
Remington 700 Review (2026): 500 Round Test of the Most Customized Rifle in History
Remington 700 SPS Tactical review: 500 rounds, 0.78 MOA with Gold Medal Match, the rust problem and the 2026 ownership change. Vs Bergara, Tikka.
Best Ruger 10/22 Parts & Accessories for 2026 (Upgrades That Matter)
The 10 best Ruger 10/22 parts for 2026: the BX-Trigger, BX-25 mags, a $4 bolt buffer, Magpul X-22 stocks and a Volquartsen barrel, and what fits a Takedown.
8 Best Air Rifle Scopes (2026): Close-Focus & Recoil-Proof
The 8 best air rifle scopes for 2026, tested on the spec that matters: close focus to 10 yards. Hawke Airmax EV, UTG AccuShot, BSA Sweet .22 and Athlon picks.
Q Honey Badger Review: Is the $3,200 PDW Worth It? (2026)
Q Honey Badger review: 1,000 rounds, 0 malfunctions, 4.5 lb .300 BLK at $3,200. Vs the $2,000 Sugar Weasel, DDM4 PDW, Rattler and the $0 NFA tax.
3 Best .277 Fury Rifles for 2026 (6.8×51 SIG Fury)
The 3 best .277 SIG Fury rifles for 2026: the $4,200 MCX-Spear, the folding SIG Cross at $1,900 and the Seekins Havak, all chambering the 80,000 psi 6.8×51.
Best Belt-Fed AR-15 Rifles (2026): FightLite MCR and FN M249S Civilian Belt-Fed
The best civilian belt-fed rifles for 2026: the FightLite MCR dual-feed AR-15 at $4,495, the FN M249S from $10,299, and a $4,091 FM-9D in 9mm you can buy today.
5 Best Traditional Muzzleloaders in 2026: Flintlock and Percussion Rifles Ranked
The 5 best traditional muzzleloaders for 2026: flint and percussion side-locks from a $290 Traditions Deerhunter to the Deluxe Kentucky and a $383 Hawken kit.