Packing Pistols In Bear Country
Carry guns can take many forms, but choosing one to wield in the wilderness deserves special considerations.
Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model 629
While the new Performance Center Model 629 is decked out with modern updates and upgrades developed over the decades—including a stainless steel frame, cylinder and barrel implied by the “6” prefix—it is Model 29 to the core.
Hardware: Smith & Wesson Model 69 Combat Magnum
A handgun does no good on a shelf back in camp. But the trouble is, handguns chambered for cartridges appropriate for wilderness protection and/or big-game hunting tend to be a bit heavy. It’s common enough to head into the hunt with good intentions, but after a few exhausting days when even your shoelaces become too heavy, you often find a reason to leave the handgun behind.
Carry Guns for Hunters
Even though we often have a rifle, shotgun or bow with us, it’s a very good idea for hunters to carry a handgun. It’s a dangerous world out there and a responsible person hopes for the best, but prepares for the worst.
#SundayGunday: Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model 629
Editor in Chief J. Scott Olmsted discusses the Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model 629, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.
#SundayGunday: Nosler Varmageddon AR
Executive Editor Adam Heggenstaller discusses the Nosler Vamageddon AR, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.
Top 5 Hunting Handguns Under $1,000
Custom, tricked-out handguns are great, but all you really need can be found in these basic hunters.
#SundayGunday: Winchester Model 70 Extreme Weather SS
Get a closer look at the Winchester Model 70 Extreme Weather SS, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.
#SundayGunday: Browning A5 Wicked Wing
Managing Editor Jon Draper discusses the Browning A5 Wicked Wing, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.
#SundayGunday: Steyr AUG A3 M1
Get a closer look at the Steyr AUG A3 M1, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.
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