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Varmint/predator hunting is a niche market, but it can translate to lucrative commerce outside of traditional big-game hunting seasons. In the eastern U.S., varmint hunters target groundhogs and crows. In [...]

I bought a used rifle off a preacher last winter, and I probably should've paid more for it It was a Marlin 336, JM stamped, in .35 Remington. I didn't [...]

This article explores the advantages of handloading ammunition for shooting enthusiasts. It highlights the current challenges of high costs and limited availability of factory ammunition, making handloading a viable option. The author recommends obtaining a handloading manual and the necessary equipment, tools, and components to get started. They also mention the availability of starter kits from different manufacturers. The article emphasizes the importance of seeking advice from experienced handloaders and learning from their expertise. Handloading is presented as a way to improve shooting accuracy and save money. The text concludes by mentioning the availability of plans for building a handloading bench and the potential for further exploration in this field. [Extracted from the article]

The article provides an overview of the Sako S20 rifle, a high-quality hunting rifle produced by the Finnish company Sako. The rifle is praised for its accuracy and durability, and it offers customizable features such as adjustable triggers and length of pull. The article also discusses the Steiner Predator 4-16x50mm scope, which is described as compact, rugged, and lightweight, with excellent optical clarity and light transmission. Various types of ammunition are mentioned, including factory loads, handloads, and factory match loads, with different bullet types and velocities. The author shares their personal experience and opinions about the scope and ammunition. [Extracted from the article]

ARs are not just the most popular type of rifle in American, they are the most popular type of hunting rifle in America. While the vast majority of AR-15s are [...]

From just after the Great War until a handful of years ago, bolt-action sporters changed very little in terms of style and appearance. Most rifles were converted surplus military rifles, [...]

Hester clarified that when comparing a carbon barrel and regular steel barrel of the same quality, the steel barrel will generally be more accurate and outperform the carbon barrel. SERENA JUCHNOWSKI I'd always heard that "walking" was a serious concern with hunting rifles. "When the term "barrel walking" is used", he said, "it is typically referring to the barrel bending or bowing due to some factor, which in turn causes the shot group to shift one direction or another. [Extracted from the article]

Author Tom Beckstrand introduced Winchester's .350 Legend in 'A Legend Makes Another.' Developed for harvesting deer in states requiring the use of straight-wall cartridges, the low-recoiling .350 Legend revolutionized hunting [...]

There's been an explosion among hunters in recent years, although it was a quiet one. Nearly every rifle made and sold is now equipped with a threaded muzzle, ready for [...]

CHRISTENSEN ARMS Christensen Arms announces the addition of Long-Action Calibers To Modern Hunting Rifle Line. The Modern Hunting Rifle is built on an aluminum mini-chassis with V-block bedding. It provides [...]

AS HUNTERS, we put ourselves under a lot of pressure. Many deer seasons are just a week or two long, and most of us can only hunt a few of [...]

Few things stir my imagination and motivate me to adventure more than a fine hunting rifle. There is something about a well-crafted, purpose-built, precision hunting rifle that just makes me [...]

For hunters, a good rifle is worth its weight in gold. In the case of Howa's Carbon Stalker, this rifle's weight should be measured in platinum. Starting at a weight [...]

BY JOSEPH VON BENEDIKT WEATHERBY INC. RECENTLY launched its new.338 RPM cartridge. Like its previously introduced 6.5mm WBY RPM littermate, it’s a complete departure from company traditions. Efficient, angular, and [...]

The shooter blasted through the glass doors of the Covenant School with an assault rifle and stepped past the broken glass. Dressed in military camo and armed with three guns, [...]

By Game & Fish Staff The new Pursuit line of hunt-ready AR-platform rifles from Stag Arms features a litany of high-end, weight-saving components. If this year’s Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor [...]

By Game & Fish Staff The new Pursuit line of hunt-ready AR-platform rifles from Stag Arms features a litany of high-end, weight-saving components. Of this year’s Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor [...]

BY TERRY WIELAND In the 1960s, woodchucks were everywhere—targets, ads, fine engraving, and in every alfalfa field. The rifle is a Stevens Model 52 chambered for the.28-30-120. THE FIRST GAME [...]

BY JOSEPH VON BENEDIKT INTRODUCED IN 2007, BROWNING’S X-BOLT action is streamlined to reduce weight. As a result, it’s a top choice for a backcountry or mountain rifle. Plus, unlike [...]

Modern Sporting Rifles (MSRs), also known as AR-style rifles, are increasingly popular among deer hunters for several reasons. Firstly, MSRs offer unparalleled versatility and customization options, allowing hunters to tailor the rifle to their specific needs and preferences. This includes choosing from a variety of barrel lengths and calibers, as well as adding adjustable stocks and ergonomic grips for comfort and stability. Additionally, MSRs are known for their reliability and durability, making them suitable for challenging outdoor environments. Finally, MSRs excel in precision and accuracy, with design features that contribute to improved control and better shot placement. Many MSRs are chambered in calibers that are highly effective for deer hunting. [Extracted from the article]

THAT THE NAME 'SPRINGFIELD ARMORY' is one rich with tradition and history is beyond dispute. However, that name is most often associated with storied military firearms and modern self-defense rifles [...]

I LOVE FAWNING over the latest-and-greatest bolt-action rifles with innovative features, tricked-out stocks and high-performance barrels, but after hunting with Mossberg's Patriot Predator, I have come to admire the performance [...]

Nosler is best known for being the company that introduced premium controlled-expansion bullets to the hunting world. Over the years, though, Nosier has evolved into far more than just a [...]

My buddy Eric was determined to hunt Wyoming Range mule deer with his chassis rifle. He shot it so well, out beyond 1,000 yards, and had so much confidence in [...]

The bolt-action is by far the most popular action type for most sporting purposes. For younger shooters, I suppose this is considered the natural order of things yet it wasn't [...]

Visit us online / https://shootinguk.co.uk 1 Immersive Optics 5x30 Pro Prismatic Riflescope RRP £359.95https://thomasjacks.comThe Pro Prismatic is perfect for use on centrefire rifles thanks to its long 85mm eye relief [...]

By Richard Mann Cold air is denser and increases bullet drag. Cold powder can reduce velocity. At less than 400 yards, though, these effects are minimal. (WINDIGO IMAGES) When most [...]

By Richard Mann Cold air is denser and increases bullet drag. Cold powder can reduce velocity. At less than 400 yards, though, these effects are minimal. (WINDIGO IMAGES) When most [...]

BY JOSEPH VON BENEDIKT Built to combine precision-hunting capability with ultra-light weight, the new.300 Win. Mag. Christensen Arms Ridgeline FFT weighs just 6 pounds, 12 ounces, including a Leupold VX-3HD [...]

BY STEVE GASH WHITETAILS ARE THE MOST popular big-game animal in the United States, and hunters pursue them in many ways. One way is with a slug gun, and one [...]

BY JEFF JOHNSTON Shane’s first deer rifle was a Remington Model 700 in.243 that his father passed down to him. It wasn’t particularly pretty with its plain stock and blued [...]

BY JEFF JOHNSTON Shane’s first deer rifle was a Remington Model 700 in.243 that his father passed down to him. It wasn’t particularly pretty with its plain stock and blued [...]

'Sporterizing' once meant creating a hunting rifle costing less than a commercially produced one from a surplus military rifle. Today, with inexpensive factory rifles performing so well, and the shrinking [...]

I can't confirm this, but I'm willing to bet a six-pack that Springfield Armory has never had a gun grace the pages of Petersen's HUNTING. That's because the company, based [...]

A 'Great Woods Carbine' Ready'for Deer or Hogs! Plus, a Review of the Pulsar XM50 Thermal Optic! The term 'woods rifle' was used for hunting rifles of a certain time [...]

Does the world really need another cartridge for the AR-15 family of rifles and pistols? Of course it does! You can never have too many options right? While general purpose [...]

We queried the leading outdoor manufacturers and had them send us their top-selling affordable big-game rifles, scopes, and ammunition and put them to the test. The goal was to showcase [...]