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The Winchester Story

It was 150 years ago that the name “Winchester” was first stamped on a rifle. But Winchester’s narrative began well before that, and it is a tale tied to the American West, to the wars of the 20th century, to big personalities such as John Browning and John Olin, and to the manufacture of billions of cartridges and millions of rifles and shotguns beloved by generations of Americans.

Custom Dreams: Remington Resurrected

How Executive Editor Adam Heggenstaller turned a neglected Model 700 into a half-MOA groundhog gun—in about six hours.

10 Things You Didn't Know About Aguila Ammunition

The firearms industry isn’t really known for being small—walk into any gun shop and you’re going to find product offerings from any one of hundreds of companies from around the globe. So, sometimes, hunters and shooters never cross paths with certain products—even products from companies that are well worth tracking down. Among those companies is Mexico’s Aguila Ammunition.

Behind the Bullet: .308 Winchester

It's time for a history lesson on one of the industry's most commonly used cartridges: .308 Winchester.

Idaho Discount Highlights Veteran Hunting Programs Nationwide

A Navy veteran and his buddy discover discounted hunting in Idaho. The program highlights similar efforts by states nationwide to treat resident and nonresident veterans.

First Look: Kimber K6s DASA Revolver

Kimber introduces the K6s DASA, outfitted with a double- and single-action trigger mechanism. Chambered in .357 Mag. and available with a 2- or 3-inch barrel, the lightweight six-shooter is a great choice for backcountry carry and protection.

Hardware: Magpul Pro 700 Rifle Chassis

The Magpul Pro 700 series—including both short- and long-action models contoured to mate with rifles built on the Remington 700 footprint—boasts a machined aluminum substructure clad in a proprietary polymer, a combination that provides a rigid framework for the barreled action along with a host of machine-tool-like adjustments.

Magpul Introduces Savage Hunter 110 Stock

Designed for the Savage 10/110, Magpul’s new Hunter 110 Stock features enhanced ergonomics, eight M-LOK slots for mounting options, a fully adjustable length of pull and comb height and is available in both right- and left-handed versions.

Hiperfire Debuts Next Gen Compensators

Hiperfire has reduced the size and pricing of their first generation compensators, while simultaneously improving recoil reduction.

An Ode to the 7.62x39mm (M43) Soviet

By today’s standards, the external ballistics of the 7.62x39mm Soviet are insipid. And yet, the cartridge remains an excellent choice for hunting common big-game species at practical ranges.

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