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Classic Insights - Long Guns

Although the majority of shooters choose to mount an optic on their AR-15, backup iron sights are still important to have in case your primary sighting system breaks or malfunctions. Here are the top five iron sights you should run on your AR-platform rifle in 2024.

The AR-15 is unquestionably the most popular long gun sold in the U.S. market, with hundreds of variants available for purchase and incredibly robust aftermarket support. To help you choose which model to add to your collection, we're sharing our picks for the best AR-platform rifles on offer in 2024.

While most shooters can easily grasp the fundamentals of loading / unloading a shotgun with a detachable box magazine, the same cannot always be said about shotguns with tubular magazines. Some tube-fed models feature a less-intuitive manual of arms than new gun owners are accustomed to, which can cause confusion and frustration at the range or in the field.

In these uncertain times, the home is one of the few remaining places where American families can truly feel safe. Protecting that sense of peace and security is imperative, as is selecting the appropriate rifle, pistol, or shotgun to defend it with. 

Given its ubiquitous global presence, the aftermarket support for AK-platform rifles is incredibly diverse and robust. Standard-capacity and extended magazines are available in a wide assortment of finishes, colors, and materials from a variety of manufacturers. The following are our picks for the best AK mags available in 2024.

Pistol caliber carbines are popular because they allow shooters to use the same ammo pool (and often, the same magazines) for their rifle as well as their handgun. There are many excellent models to choose from in 2024, so we're sharing our picks for the top 7 new PCCs coming out this year.

Bolt action or semi-auto, which platform is better for shooting .308 Win / 7.62 NATO? The Classic Firearms team is examining the pros and cons of each rifle to determine whether one is superior.

New for 2024, the M&P 15 Sport III perfectly exemplifies Smith & Wesson's ongoing commitment to manufacturing high-quality yet affordably priced firearms for the American market. This exceptional entry-level AR-platform rifle combines all the modern features shooters expect in one lightweight, easily customizable package.

Short, maneuverable pump actions like the Mossberg Shockwave or the Remington Tac 14 may fire shotshells, but they have a few characteristics which legally distinguish them from shotguns. Today, we're discussing the many uses for these shorty 12GA firearms and why you might want to own one.

New AR and AK variants, budget-friendly bolt guns, and even a few lever actions - they say variety is the spice of life. No matter what type of rifle you're looking for, there are certainly plenty to choose from in 2024. Here are our picks for the top 7 best new rifles coming out this year.

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