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This week, we’re taking a closer look at the Uberti 1873 Single-Action Engraved Cattleman revolver. Designed to visually replicate an Old West favorite, this six gun comes with full-scroll engraving on its stainless steel finish and is well-suited to serve as a hunter's sidearm, thanks to its .45 Long Colt chambering. For more information on this Western wheelgun, check out the video embedded above, hosted by Digital Associate Editor David Herman. MSRP: $1,199; uberti-usa.com.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service published “Rooted in Purpose 2026” on Nov. 6, a review that identifies changes in the policies, organization and spending that can improve the National Wildlife Refuge System’s ability to better fulfill its mission and serve the public—including hunters. The 20-page document [PDF] was quickly lauded by conservation organizations.
Five elusive Coues bucks in three days? Odds for that are low in the Southwest habitat the diminutive deer call home. But that never stopped a family from trying.
What defines a trophy? It’s a question every hunter asks and answers throughout his or her career. In the beginning it may be any deer or any buck; the first wallhanger; the first head of Western game; a kid’s first deer; a limit of … whatever. Curious about an answer? Read on.