FIREARMS NEWS – April 2026 Issue – On Sale Now!

On the Cover: Darwin Nercesian Reviews Auto-Ordnance's Thompson TAO50 .50 BMG Rifle Out to One Mile!

DENVER (April 10, 2026) - Firearms News, the trusted authority for firearms enthusiasts for over 80 years, has released its April '26 issue featuring a cover story by Darwin Nercesian on the Auto-Ordnance Thompson TAO50 .50 BMG Rifle. Nercesian takes a deep dive on this amazing new rifle and provides critical analysis and performance results, shooting the .50 BMG out to one mile! Firearms News is the ultimate source for firearms enthusiasts and is available now at newsstands, including Walmart, Barnes & Noble and other major book retailers.

Vincent L. DeNiro, Editor-in-Chief of Firearms News, shared his thoughts on this must-read magazine: "We always pack every issue with in-depth gun reviews and columns filled with technical information covering a wide variety of firearms, but I'd especially point to this month's roundup of new products from the '26 SHOT Show and, of course, we've always got important no-compromise Second Amendment coverage."

Also, inside the April issue of Firearms News:

• SHOT Show 2026 - What's New and Exciting for This Year! by James Tarr
• Beretta's 1301 LTT Custom Shotgun by Patrick Sweeney
• Smith & Wesson's M&P Shield X Pistol by James Tarr

• Carrying Concealed: MAC (Minimum Acceptable Caliber) by James Tarr
• In Hushed Tones: Banish's 30 Gold Suppressor by Patrick Sweeney
• Reloading: The 10mm Cartridge by Patrick Sweeney
• The Surplus Market: The Walther P1 Pistol by David M. Fortier, Executive Editor
• Codrea's Corner: Disparaging Armed Citizens Undermines Trump Administration's Credibility, and Cekada Heading ATF Still a No-Win Scenario for Gun Owners
• Newsstand: Trump Enforcers Reject Second Amendment After Minneapolis Shooting by Darwin Nercesian.
• Product Showcase: New Gun Stuff!

Celebrate Firearms News' 80^th Anniversary and pick up an issue today at newsstands to stay informed. Don't miss out-subscribe now, save money, and never miss an issue!

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