Firearms News proudly announces the release of its January 2026 issue, marking a significant milestone: the 80th Anniversary of the publication. For eight decades, this magazine has served as a cornerstone for the firearms community, originally known as Shotgun News. This celebratory edition is packed with exclusive reviews, historical deep dives, and cutting-edge commentary that honors the publication's long-standing legacy of informing and empowering firearm enthusiasts. Firearms News is the ultimate source for firearms enthusiasts and is available now at newsstands, including Walmart, Barnes & Noble, and other major book retailers.
Leading the charge in this landmark issue is a comprehensive cover story by Editor-in-Chief Vincent L. DeNiro. Readers can look forward to an in-depth review of the MKE AP51 (over 9,000 words), imported by Century Arms. DeNiro provides the rigorous testing and detailed analysis that readers have come to expect, exploring every facet of this notable firearm.
To commemorate the publication's history, Editor-in-Chief DeNiro also penned a special feature, "Happy 80th Anniversary Shotgun News/Firearms News!" This piece reflects on the magazine's journey over the last 80 years, its enduring commitment to the Second Amendment community, and what the publication meant to DeNiro who began reading it in the 1970s.
"For 80 years, from its beginnings as Shotgun News to its current standing as Firearms News, this publication has been an unwavering voice and an essential resource for the Second Amendment community," said Vincent L. DeNiro, Editor-in-Chief. "This anniversary issue is more than just a magazine; it's a testament to our enduring commitment to providing our readers with the most comprehensive reviews, in-depth historical content, and unfiltered industry news. We are immensely proud of this legacy and are excited to continue serving firearms enthusiasts for many years to come."
Also inside the January issue:
– Remington Goes to War! From the Mexican Revolution to the Global War on Terror by David M. Fortier, Executive Editor
– The Tokarev TT-12 Pro Shotgun by Patrick Sweeney
– The L34A1 Sterling Suppressed Submachine Gun by Dr. Will Dabbs
– Springfield Armory's Hellcat .380 Pistol by James Tarr
– Carrying Concealed: Aimpoint's ACRO Handgun Optic by James Tarr
– Through the Looking Glass: Five Reasons to Consider the PVS-14 Night Vision Optic by David M. Fortier, Executive Editor
– In Hushed Tones: Gemtech's Neutron 762 Suppressor by Patrick Sweeney
– NFA Collecting: The Full-Auto Mini-14 by Dr. Will Dabbs
– Happy 80th Anniversary Shotgun News/Firearms News! by Editor-in-Chief Vincent L. DeNiro
– Product Showcase: New and exciting gun stuff!
In addition to hardware reviews, the January edition tackles critical industry news and legal updates. Articles include "Codrea's Corner: Trump Seeks to Unseat Pro-2A Massie with Unknown Gallrein" by David Codrea and a special report titled "One Big Beautiful Lawsuit and Silencer Shop Leads the Way!" by Darwin Nercesian.
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