The bullpup rifle and shotgun have been staple firearms since the early 1900s, impressing enthusiasts from military forces to home defense users.
These compact firearms can perform as well as any full-length rifle for many tasks, but — as with any firearm configuration — there are both pros and cons to the bullpup orientation.
We’ll go through some of the best bullpup rifles on the market today as well as some background knowledge on what these rifles are all about.