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Sleeping-Bag Sidearm: Ruger Super Blackhawk

Staying overnight in bear country? You need a sidearm that's reliable, accurate and readily available. Here's why contributor Max Prasac opted for the Ruger Super Blackhawk in .44 Magnum.

Shotguns

Dave Campbell appreciates a good shotgun—but that sentiment isn't necessarily universal.

Behind the Bullet: 10mm Auto

If you like the way a full-sized frame shoots, but want a bit more power than the .45 ACP has to offer, wrap your hands around the Big 10, and you may find the handgun experience you’ve been looking for.

The Myth: The .223 is too Light for Deer

I read somewhere that today’s premium bullets represent the greatest advance in big game hunting technology since the widespread use of the optical sight, and I agree 100 percent. Many of the myths that we face today are the product of outdated truth.

Federal Vital-Shok Trophy Bonded 10mm Auto

When it comes to handgun hunting, there is only one factory-loaded semi-auto cartridge that Keith Wood considers a serious contender for use on deer-sized big game: 10mm Auto. Federal Premium set out to develop a 10mm projectile that would penetrate deeply, expand reliably and retain a significant portion of its weight to maintain terminal momentum. How did it stack up afield? Read on to find out.

Top 5 10mm Semi-Autos for Hunting

When it comes to portable semi-auto pistols for hunting, there’s only one real factory standard cartridge choice: the 10mm auto. Let's take a look at the top five 10mm semi-autos currently on the market.

Can I Hunt With It: Springfield’s M1A SOCOM CQB

Springfield may not have been thinking about hunting when it released its M1A SOCOM CQB, but that doesn't mean the rifle can't be taken afield. Let Dick Williams tell you more about this "gun for all seasons."

An Ode to the .41 Remington Magnum

This classic cartridge is a perfect fit for most handgun hunters. Observant hunters will immediately recognize that the .41 Magnum offers notably better external and terminal ballistics than the .357, yet is slightly more shooter-friendly than the .44.

Hardware: Ruger Super Redhawk 10mm Auto

The 10mm Super Redhawk is a capable hunting tool that would proudly play a prominent role in anyone’s handgun hunting arsenal.

Behind the Bullet: .358 Norma Magnum

Hunters who enjoy using cartridges that aren’t among the most popular should consider a rifle chambered in .358 Norma Magnum. It’s a flat shooter—mimicking the trajectory of a .30-06 with heavier bullets—and is a fully capable all-around choice.

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