Kristin Alberts

1 month ago | guns.com | Kristin Alberts

Crowned King: .17 HMR No matter how much you love any of the other .17s – and believe me, I understand nostalgia and cult followings – there’s just no arguing that on mainstream popularity, the .17 HMR has dominated this category since its introduction by projectile and ammunition powerhouse Hornady in 2002.   Related Review: All About the .17 HMR – A Tiny Round with a Big Footprint   The .17 Hornady Magnum Rimfire rules the roost when it comes to .17-caliber rounds.

2 months ago | guns.com | Kristin Alberts

The latest lightweight centerfire rifles and competition-ready rigs may steal the headlines, but don’t sleep on the lowly rimfires this year. Plinking is great fun, and it’s also the way most of us got our start in shooting and hunting. However, the list of hot new rimfire rifles that debuted at SHOT Show 2025 in Las Vegas proves that rimfires have evolved into so much more. Here’s what we found on the showroom floor.

2 months ago | guns.com | Kristin Alberts

For over 40 years, Traditions has been a major player in the muzzleloading game. Recent years have seen the company offer not only traditional black powder rifles, but also wildly innovative versions. It started in 2021 with a Federal/Hodgdon partnership to debut the Traditions NitroFire rifle capable of shooting an encapsulated Firestick – a precharged load unique to Traditions. Fast-forward four years, and Traditions has introduced the NitroBolt: the first Firestick-capable bolt action.

2 months ago | guns.com | Kristin Alberts

Retay USA cruises below the radar of many American shotgunners, but a quick look at the company’s SHOT Show booth reveals its dedication to scatterguns. This year, it’s all about waterfowl hunters with the introduction of two versions of the new ACE.   Meet the ACE Series New for 2025, Retay’s Air Control Extreme repeating shotguns mark yet another extension to what started as the company’s Inertia Plus lineup.

2 months ago | guns.com | Kristin Alberts

It’s hard to dispute that handguns and rifles stole the show in 2025, but there was still plenty to love for shotgunners at 2025’s SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Whether you pursue gobblers, waterfowl, upland birds, or even clays, there’s something coming to pique your interest. Here’s a look at our top picks in hunting-related scatterguns.   CVA Scout Spur Even little guns make big news at SHOT. The new CVA Scout Spur is a baby bore .410 turkey hunting darling.