Best Black Bear Cartridges Lead

The Best Black Bear Cartridges

Here’s a detailed look at the top black bear cartridges for rifles and handguns.

Head to Head: 7mm vs. .30 Caliber

Both offer similar power levels, are suitable for similar-sized game and make a perfect all-around rifle for nearly all hunting scenarios. What makes or breaks the deal in choosing one over the other? Contributor Philip Massaro investigates.

Head to Head: .280 Remington vs. .280 Ackley Improved

Between the .280 Remington and the .280 Ackley Improved, which better suits a hunter? Contributor Philip Massaro examines the pros and cons of each.

Head to Head: 7x57mm Mauser vs. .280 Remington

These classic 7mm cartridges are both excellent designs with long histories of great field performance. What makes or breaks the deal in choosing one over the other? Contributor Philip Massaro takes closer a look at the pros and cons of each.

Hardware: Bergara Custom Mountain Hunter

Although you may not recognize the name, chances are you have seen and even shot the handiwork produced by Bergara. Following its success in the barrel market, Bergara recently moved into building complete rifles, including the Custom Mountain Hunter.

Best Rifle Bullets for Deer Hunting

What happens after you pull the trigger depends on your bullet choice. Choose wisely.

An Ode to the .300 H&H Magnum

There are a few times when a company gets a cartridge design right the first time around; Holland & Holland certainly got it right in 1925 with the .300 H&H Magnum.

Ballistic Coefficient: Why It Matters for Hunting

A detailed look at ballistic coefficient and how it applies to the hunter’s choice of projectile.

Behind the Bullet: .280 Ackley Improved

If you want something a bit unique with a definite cool factor, give the .280 Ackley Improved a long look.

Review: Wilson Combat NULA Model 20

Accuracy doesn’t have to be heavy.

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