“magnum cartridges”

Here’s a look at 10 of the best magnum cartridges for big-game hunting.

What makes a magnum? Does a magnum cartridge need to be belted? What are the advantages/disadvantages of both designs? Contributor Philip Massaro takes a closer look at each to help you make a more informed decision.

Roy Weatherby built the company that bears his name on the premise that speed trumps weight when it comes to harvesting game quickly and humanely. His company's 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum is the embodiment of that premise.

When hunters are toting their trusty bear-defense handguns outside of the backcountry, its often wise to change out ammunition—away from hard-nosed, monolithic rounds that focus primarily on penetrating thick skull plates and the like. Federal Premium is helping hunters do exactly that, with the addition of Personal Defense HST 357 Magnum and 327 Federal Magnum.

Designed specifically to produce the lightest steel receiver shotgun on the market, the Beretta Ultraleggero delivers the same strength and balance characteristic standard to Beretta shotguns, but with a lighter steel receiver.

If there's one thing they know over at Uberti USA, its that the humble lever-action rifle is the one platform that never goes out of style. The company now brings the legendary 1873-pattern rifle into the 21st century with its all-new 1873 Hunter Rifle series.

Uberti USA is giving classic revolver fans a new excuse to strap on vintage-style iron with the release of its 1873 Hunter Revolvers, pairing perfectly with the company's 1873 Hunter lever-action rifle.

Preparing for a Western whitetail hunt? Here's the gear you'll need.