North Branch Armory

02/28/2023

Marlin is Back! This classic hunting rifle made a return at SHOT 2023 this year. Here are the Marlin models 336 and 1894 via Game & Fish Magazine: http://ow.ly/ovov50MYCUA

#2023 ****ms

08/28/2022

Today, we remember the legacy of the brave 13 service members who gave their lives for our country in the disastrous chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Their sacrifice was not in vain, and our nation can never forget their service.

08/28/2022

It's heartening to see Mark Smith, President and CEO of Smith & Wesson, stand up to Congress' bullying and political grandstanding. Smith's well-reasoned and accurate letter in response is worth the read.

08/24/2022

Under the guidance of MDIFW staff and instructors, learn to use .22 rifles (provided)

06/15/2022

The 7mm-08, with the right bullet choice, is an outstanding performer on whitetail-sized game, to include black bear and even moose with the right shot.

Released in 1980, the 7mm-08 Re*****on would go on to be considered one of the best deer cartridges ever conceived, and the gamut of 7mm bullets available make it extremely flexible.

09/12/2021

There are several less and more powerful rounds suitable for hunting big game, but there isn't one as versatile, or able to send 110 grain to 220 grain bullets, and everything in between.

The ’06 remains fabulously versatile, but its best use now is for truly large game

09/12/2021

While a a defeat, the withdrawal of Chipman's nomination was probably a smart move from the White House in that losses are only losses when you don't learn from them.

The Biden Administration's decision to withdraw David Chipman follows backlash from Republicans and skepticism from some moderate Democrats.

07/14/2021

It will be very interesting to see how this case progresses, and if California appeals, it could make it all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court.

The court found that the law, passed in 1968, was unconstitutional. The ruling applies only in five states.

06/28/2021

David Petzal makes some solid points here, in a well-reasoned article.

More than 100 years later, 30-06 ammo is still popular. Why? Because the 30-06 remains as good an all-around big-game rounds as ever.

03/19/2021

13+1? Very impressive.

Introducing The Smith & Wesson® M&P®9 Shield™ Plus.Featuring a capacity of 10+1 or 13+1, it's the highest capacity micro-compact we have ever made. Additiona...

03/05/2021

This Field & Stream article has some good reasonably-priced riflescope recommendations, as well as (further down) general information on optics and mounting them on your rifle. It’s worth a read. https://www.fieldandstream.com/10-best-budget-riflescopes/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR2DuUwnrV3kmK-wfTWiY39zl63NE_HRLFfl3uDu7PSXVDeVJUxdGfofqzY

You can’t buy a new, useful riflescope for much less than $175. So when it comes to defining “budget” scopes, I’m going to establish the price ceiling as $300.

12/29/2020

This Federal HST .38 Special +P ammunition, designed to be used from snub nose revolvers at lower impact speeds, is very well engineered, and a great way to make a old carry gun even better.

Not long ago, Federal introduced a new HST load in .38 Special +P. The HST line includes some of the best self-defense ammo on the market, but this is the first time they have attached that name to a revolver caliber. We take a look at how it measures up against other .38 Special self-defense ammo o...