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AR-15-platform rifles are among the most popular firearms being sold.

The AR in "AR-15" rifle stands for ArmaLite rifle, after the company that developed it in the 1950s.

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Modern Sporting Rifle

The Evolution of the American Hunting Rifle

In August of 1863, Christopher Spencer made his way to the White House with a rifle in hand. The gun he had invented was significantly different from traditional rifles of the time that could only be fired once before having to be reloaded.

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