Featured in Rifle Maintenance
How to Run a Lever Gun—the Right Way
You already know how to make your lever-action go bang, but these tips can help you run it better, faster, and more safely.
Does Breaking In a Rifle Barrel Actually Do Anything?
Is it necessary to break in the barrel of a new rifle, or is it just a waste of time
6 Rules About Barrel Life (And Burnout)
Hint: If you’re a hunter, keep a cleaning rod handy
5 Cures for an Inaccurate Rifle
Fix your rifle accuracy woes with these expert tips from the range
Stuck Cartridge Cases and How to Avoid Them
Neck-sized cases, oily chambers, dirt, ice, and powder fouling can all get you in a jam
On Shooting Big Guns, Taking Your Lumps, and So On
Shooting a large-caliber rifle is fun as long as you know what you're getting into before pulling the trigger
Gun Maintenance: All About Gun Oil, Lube, and Grease
Today’s synthetic lubes are far superior to past gun oils, but you still need to use them judiciously
How to Remove Gunk from Your Rifle
A trip to the range reveals a lesson in gun maintenance
A Wretched Reminder on the Perils of Long-Range Shooting
The smallest errors in sighting or point of impact can lead to catastrophic problems way downrange
Madness and Futility at the Muzzle
Why you should not tinker with your rifle, with two exceptions (and a couple of addenda)