Melvin Forbes, Designer of the Famous Model 20 Mountain Rifle, Dies at 77
The world of mountain hunters lost a true pioneer on June 5, 2024.
7 Great Lightweight Hunting Rifles
Those who venture into the backcountry—and especially those who hunt the mountains with all their gear on their back—appreciate a lightweight rifle. Here’s a look at seven top-notch options.
Trijicon AccuPoint 2.5X-10X-56mm
If you’re looking for an illuminated-reticle riflescope that can never go out from a switch left on inadvertently, Trijicon’s AccuPoint is the answer.
5 'Made in America' Rifles
Here are five rifles that absolutely bleed red, white and blue.
Hardware: Barrett Fieldcraft
The Fieldcraft is a sweet little rifle for a mountain hunt for sheep, goats or elk, where sometimes even your boot laces are too heavy.
7 Squirrel Rifles for Every Budget
Here are seven tried-and-tested rifles ranging in price from less than $500 to $1,300.
Savage M11 Lightweight Rifle
This short-action M11 Lightweight in 6.5mm Creedmoor is smartly engineered, well built, quick, accurate and a delight to carry.
Forbes Rifle
The new Forbes Rifle delivers a performance that's on par with far pricier custom rifles and comes with 27 years of proven reliability and customer satisfaction.
Brunton Eterna 3X-9X-40mm
The Brunton company first became known for its sophisticated "Pocket Transit" compass, but has branched out into a number of other directions—including the riflescope business.
Weatherby Back Country S2
It used to be if you wanted a lightweight rifle you had to opt for open sights or a very compact scope. Weatherby said, “Not if you want to hunt with us.”
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