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How to Help a New Hunter Buy a Big-Game Rifle

That new hunter you've been tutoring may be in love with a lever-action rifle. Alternately, he may think he absolutely needs a .30-caliber magnum to "cover all the bases." But it's up to you to talk him into making a reasonable purchase when it comes to his first big-game rig.

Head to Head: .280 Remington vs. .280 Ackley Improved

Between the .280 Remington and the .280 Ackley Improved, which better suits a hunter? Contributor Philip Massaro examines the pros and cons of each.

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Marlin Firearms

Drawing closer to its landmark 150th birthday, Marlin Firearms remains one of the preeminent lever-gun manufacturers in the industry. Here are 10 things you might not have known about the company's history.

Tahr for Two

Some say game animals don't belong on New Zealand's South Island, but for hunters they could be in no better place.

8 Ways to Ruin a Guided Hunt

No hunt is perfect, but failing to properly prepare and having the wrong attitude can turn your dream hunt into a nightmare. Here are eight common mistakes to avoid when heading out on your long-awaited guided hunt.

Head to Head: .243 Winchester vs. 6mm Remington

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.

Top 6 .17 HMR Hunting Loads

Seeking the best load for your .17 HMR? We put six to the test to ease your decision-making process.

Winchester Ammunition Launches New Website and Enhanced Ballistics Calculator

Winchester Ammunition has announced the launch of the new Winchester.com, which features improved technologies and functionality, an enhanced ballistics calculator and a redesigned gear store.

Bookshelf: The Scout Rifle Study

In his new book, The Scout Rifle Study, Richard Mann weighs the worth of the scout rifle—for defensive purposes, survival and hunting—in modern terms. The title is fitting, as the book is an exhaustive and enlightening examination of a firearm type that’s commonly misunderstood, as well as a survey that provides real-world, objective data on the scout rifle’s supposed benefits.

Utah’s Western Hunt Expo Opens to Rave Reviews

Come one, come all to a four-day family affair you won’t want to miss!

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