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This week, we're taking a look at the Henry Lever Action X Model. A modernized lever gun, this rifle comes equipped with a threaded muzzle, Picatinny rail and most notably, matte-black synthetic stocks. With a slightly enlarged, rounded lever to ease cycling, the X Model would make for a great brush gun, a dedicated deer or hog rifle, or even a big-game getter. For more information on this quintessentially American, field-ready rifle, check out thevideo embedded above, hosted by Digital Associate Editor, David Herman.
As the year draws to its inevitable close, we asked Philip Massaro to select his top 10 favorite rifles that debuted in 2025. Without any further adieu, let’s dive into the list.
Predator populations—nest raiders and full-feathered turkey killers alike—are growing across the United States. To determine if their increasing numbers are a leading cause of wild turkey population declines, Turkeys For Tomorrow (TFT) has announced a groundbreaking study on predator impacts on nesting and poult-rearing success.
Aram von Benedikt and his son took part in one of the oldest American traditions there is: muzzleloading for deer with a traditional smokepole. Read on for more about their adventure.