Auto-Ordnance's AOM160 is an updated version of the venerable M1A1 Carbine. Aftermarket accessories, like the Ultimak Picatinny rail on the tested model, are readily available.
The story behind the M1 Carbine is fascinating. And, while this column is about ammunition, it’s impossible to discuss the “carbine cartridge” without some gun history. In 1940, the U.S. Army was looking for a light rifle or carbine.
Introduced in WWII, the .30 Carbine cartridge remains a viable option for a range of uses, from hunting to home defense. This all-new ammo option from Creedmoor Sports provides an option for affordable training.
With a growing industry comes the opportunity to bring back names and products that have long laid dormant. Here are a few old brands that are seeing new life in recent years.