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Astra M-600, in 9mm Parabellum, is a development of the M-400 in 9mm Largo. The M-600 was supplied in quantity to the German government during WW II.

Editor’s Pick: Gun Digest Book of Classic Combat Handguns

These old combat handguns are still available, even in the frenzied gun market. This book is your guide to classic pistols that work today, reviewed by the greatest gun writers of all time.

Giveaway: Limited Edition Gun Digest Collector’s Set

Giveaway: Limited Edition Gun Digest Collector’s Set

We may not be as popular as Oprah or Ellen (at least not yet), but we do have a few “favorite things,” and this month we’re giving away several of them! Today’s prize is the Gun Digest Store’s December special – the Limited Edition Gun Digest Collector’s Set.

Good Gifts for Gun Owners

Good Gifts for Gun Owners

The truth is, gun owners are hard to buy for. Here are some gift ideas for gun lovers that virtually anyone who collects guns or shoots will appreciate.

“Gun Digest” Book Archive Winner Announced

“Gun Digest” Book Archive Winner Announced

Thanks to everyone who commented for a chance to win the giveaway. It has been great to hear from long-time followers of Gun Digest, others like us who enjoy reading everything we can about guns. And, a hearty welcome to the many newer readers. We’re glad you found us, and we hope you like what you find here.

Giveaway: Win 69 Years of “Gun Digest” Annual Books!!

Giveaway: Win 69 Years of “Gun Digest” Annual Books!!

For fans of Gun Digest old and new, the “Gun Digest 1944-2013 3-Disc Set” is the ultimate collection of “The World’s Greatest Gun Book.” This week, we’re giving away a “Gun Digest 1944-2013 3-Disc Set” – the entire 69-year Gun Digest Book digital library in pdf format on three discs! – to one lucky winner.

The M16-series rifles have served the U.S. military, law enforcement and sportsman with distinction for nearly 40 years. They have become the world’s standard for comparison. Here is the latest, the M16A2 assault rifle.

AR-15/M16: The Rifle That Was Never Supposed to Be

Find Out How the “Mattel Toy” became America’s Assault Rifle.

Johnny Reb and His Guns

Johnny Reb and His Guns

The Civil War was a turning point in American history. Edward R. Crews describes the different weapons used by the Union and the Confederates and how the quality and availability of arms affected the outcome of the war.

Video: How to Read Every Gun Digest Book Ever Published

Video: How to Read Every Gun Digest Book Ever Published

The new Gun Digest eBooks site offers unlimited reading of more than 130 Gun Digest books dating back to 1944. Click here to check out Gun Digest eBooks. More About Gun Digest eBooks The motto of Gun Digest is “We Know Guns So You Know Guns,” and eBooks are one of the easiest, most affordable, [...]

Browning Double Auto “Twelvette.” One of the finest upland autoloaders ever made. Initially designed for the European market, the Double Auto could be had in the “Twentyweight” model, which weighed one-quarter to one-half pound less than the “Twelvette.”

Perfect Autoloaders for Upland Game

While artists may like to depict upland hunters with double barrel shotguns, doubtless more upland game are actually taken with autoloaders. Here is a look at some of the best repeaters.

As you fire the Tingle, you're amazed at what can be accomplished with a surplus milling machine, a set of hand files, a drill press and raw talent.

Tingle’s Creation Still Amazes

Never heard of the mighty Tingle .44 blackpowder magnum revolver? Welcome to the club. Predating Ruger’s Old Army .44 by more than a decade, the Tingle .44 blackpowder is all but forgotten today.