“7mm-08 remington”

The addition of a synthetic Cerakote stainless finish makes the metalwork on Mossberg’s Patriot rifle virtually impervious to the elements, meaning you won’t have to worry about damaging your rifle while hunting in tough conditions.

Deer rifles and the cartridges loaded in them have run the gamut the last 50 years, from the Winchester 94 in .30-30 Win. to the Weatherby Mark V in .30-378 Wby. Mag. and the DPMS ARL in 6.5 Creedmoor.

Between the 7x57mm Mauser and the 7mm-08 Remington, which is the more useful cartridge for hunters? Contributor Philip Massaro compares the two and picks the winner.

Between the .243 Winchester and the 6mm Remington, which offers the best performance for the hunter? Contributor Philip Massaro takes a closer look at what makes each cartridge tick.

Between the 7mm Rem. Mag. and the .300 Win. Mag., which offers the best performance for the hunter? Contributor Philip Massaro takes a closer look at what makes each cartridge tick.

Between the .458 Win. Mag and the .458 Lott, which is the better choice for a prospective big-game hunter? Contributor Philip Massaro takes a closer look at what makes each cartridge tick.

The 26 Nosler and 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum are some of the fastest cartridges in their class, and both are extremely accurate, so which is the better choice for hunters?

Selecting suitable chamberings for youngsters' rifles is critical to maintaining their enthusiasm for hunting and shooting. Here are five mainstream, shoulder-friendly calibers that are perfect for a first deer rifle.

The 7mm-08 Remington is hands-down the perfect whitetail cartridge. Here’s why.