7greatmountainrifles_lead.jpg

7 Great Mountain Rifles

A great mountain rifle is lightweight, accurate and able withstand all weather conditions. Regardless of the game you’re pursing or your budget, there’s a rifle on this list for you.

Head to Head: .30-06 Springfield vs. .270 Winchester

These undeniably classic cartridges have been putting meat in the freezer and smiles on hunters faces for generations. Most of us have probably hunted with one or both of them at some point, but which is ultimately the better choice? Contributor Philip Massaro examines the pros and cons of each.

SHOT Show 2019: Bushnell Forge 15X56mm Binocular

Bushnell's new top-of-the-line Forge 15x56mm binocular has ED Prime glass elements with the company’s Ultra Wide Band anti-reflection coating, as well as the company’s EXO Barrier coating on exterior lenses to repel moisture, oils, dust and debris.

How to Set Up Your Rifle and Scope for Long-Range Dialing

Making elevation corrections to hit distant targets will be quick and easy if you follow these steps to prepare your gear.

World Elk Calling Championships: Rocky Mountain Hunting Calls Dominate the Competition

Competitors using Rocky Mountain Hunting Calls brought their A-game to the 2019 World Elk Calling Championship, taking top spots in multiple divisions.

Best Hunting Optics Under $500

You don’t have to break the bank to get good glass.

What You Need for Hunting Bighorn Sheep

Gear-intensive high-country hunts require specialized lightweight equipment, but not all of the essentials can be bought.

Review: Christensen Arms Traverse

Lightweight and incredibly accurate, the Traverse is every bit the backcountry or mountain hunting rifle it’s billed to be. Featuring aerospace-grade construction, great balance and a stellar trigger, it truly delivers.

First Look: Ruger Hawkeye Hunter

The newest iteration of Ruger’s classic bolt-action rifle is built with serious hunters in mind.

Rites of Passage on the Sands of Africa

A safari with his 11-year-old son offers a father a chance to reflect on a bond that makes any hunt special.

Page 2 of 4

Interests



Get the best of American Hunter delivered to your inbox.