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While there may be a shine on some of the modern releases in the 6.5mm bore diameter, the 6.5x55 Swedish still makes a sound choice for the practical hunter due to its combination of terminal ballistics, flat trajectory and minimal recoil.

Weatherby's new 18i Waterfowler is a very well-made shotgun in the Italian semi-auto tradition and should be trouble-free for many years of hard use.

Savage has updated its semi-automatic Renegauge shotgun with a TrueTimber Prarie camouflage stock, to create the Renegauge Prarie.

The .204 Ruger occupies the space between the .22 centerfires and the .17s, giving fantastic results on varmints and predators alike without the wind deflection issues of the .17s and less recoil than the .22 centerfires.

If you’re looking for extreme versatility in a bright, sharp, high-contrast scope, the Optika6 should more than meet your needs.

HSM Ammunition has engineered a low-recoiling variant of 6.5 Creedmoor ammo, with full, 140-grain hunting bullets.

In the hands of a competent rifleman, the .260 Remington is just as effective as it was on the day it was released over two decades ago, and will continue to be for decades to come.

Here’s a look at the seven best rimfire cartridges ever made. Some are standouts because of performance, while others make the cut based on groundbreaking innovation and longevity.

While both cartridges have a rather impeccable reputation, which makes a better choice for the dangerous game hunter? Contributor Philip Massaro takes a closer look at what makes each cartridge tick.