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First Look: Ruger's Compact Redhawk .44 Mag.

Not all handgun hunts end with that first, carefully placed shot taken at the end of a silent stalk. This is when you wish you had the new stainless Ruger Redhawk 44 Mag. with a 2.75" barrel carried in an easily accessed belt holster.

A Beginner's Guide to Handgun Hunting

Hunting with a handgun is a challenging, yet intrinsically rewarding pastime. Here's a guide to get you started.

Top 5 Handgun Hunting Cartridges

While there are many handgun hunting cartridges to choose from, these practical all-around choices rise to the top.

Behind the Bullet: .22 LR

There’s a good reason that the .22 LR is often a hunter’s first rifle; it’s the perfect blend of low report, complete lack of recoil and affordability.

Tested: CCI Snake Loads for Handguns

Don't like getting too close to that snake before you send it to meet its maker? We put two of CCI’s handgun shotshell loads to the test, which are designed to deliver more energy at longer ranges than conventional offerings.

Handgun Hunting: Top 5 Big-Game Cartridges

Perplexed by which handgun/cartridge combination best suits your hunting needs? We’re here to help.

Top 10 Magnum Big-Game Hunting Cartridges

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

First Look: Ruger Marlin 1894 Classic Lever Action

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. has announced the reintroduction of the Marlin 1894 Classic chambered in .44 Magnum, which still retains all of the gun's traditional characteristics.

8 Great Backcountry Defense Guns

From rifles and shotguns to pistols and revolvers, these eight sidearms will keep you safe when you’re far from help.

Review: Bond Arms Cyclops Thumper .44 Mag. & .50 AE Pistols

Contributor B. Gil Horman hits the range ahead of SHOT Show to test the all new Bond Arms Cyclops Thumper.

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