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. 240 WEATHERBY MAGNUM • A power leader of the 6mm cartridges.

IT’S RANGE DAY! • Ammo is expensive. Here’s how to maximize your range time.

MODIFICATIONS & CCW GUNS • Will doing one or more modifications, from grips to trigger jobs, work against me in court?

ALL THE BUFFERS IN ONE • Tuning your AR for pure perfection.

BIOFIRE SMART GUN • The good, the bad … and the unknown.

GEAR TO GET

ULTRA-COMPACT 1911s • Little versions of a legendary pistol.

Guns 2023 • As popular as itty-bitty handguns have become, not everyone wants an itty-bitty 1911. For 2023, we didn’t see any new 3-inch 1911s introduced, but what we did see were several new and interesting full-size and/or high-capacity 1911s. These bigger guns might not be as comfortable to carry and as easy to conceal as the shorter-barreled 1911s, but it’s almost guaranteed you’ll be able to shoot them faster and more accurately. Here are four to consider, with prices ranging from about a grand to one that might kill your credit card.

GOOD AIN’T CHEAP, CHEAP AIN’T GOOD • Current optics that offer the best 2023 bang-for-buck ratios.

Optics 2023

Shows & Auctions

FROM BARRELS TO CUSTOM BUILT • A first look at Shaw’s Excursion rifle.

Rifles 2023

RUGER’S WRANGLER GOES SUPER • And other new revolvers for 2023.

Revolver 2023 • With the crazy demand for compact, self-defense handguns and 1911s, it’s rare we see new revolvers that often. That’s unfortunate—but at least manufacturers haven’t given up on them completely. In addition to the Super Wrangler, there are several new-for-2023 wheelguns worth mentioning. Between these five, you should be able to cover everything from plinking to elk hunting.

DIY CARTRIDGE BUILDING • Due to ample product availability, this is the perfect year to build out your current reloading bench … or to start punching your own ammunition for the very first time.

Firearms Knowledge Found Here!

THE SCOPESWITCH • An interesting new accessory that allows you to adjust your scope’s zoom via a slider on the handguard.