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Is Walnut Dead? Synthetic vs. Wood Stocks

A well-sealed walnut stock will stand up to most hunting conditions, though a wood stock is not as rigid or easy to produce as a synthetic stock. Many of the today’s wood stocks are plain looking, and the highly figured stocks come at a premium. Has the synthetic stock won after all?

Top 10 Shotguns of 2019

From sleek Italian over/unders to pumps that punch above their pay grade, these new scatterguns should be on every hunter's wish list.

7 Great Deer Rifles Under $700

These budget-friendly bolt guns offer hunters a lot of rifle for a little money.

Hardware: Winchester SX4 20-Gauge

Winchester’s SX4s are some of the best gas-operated semi-autos on the market, and the 20-gauge version is a welcome addition to the line. It’s durably built, offers a lot of sensible features, produces minimal recoil and is priced affordably.

#SundayGunday: Winchester SX4 20-Gauge

Get a closer look at the Winchester SX4 20-Gauge, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.

Hardware: Thompson/Center Impact!SB

Thompson/Center’s newest .50-caliber smokepole, the Impact!SB, is easy to operate, accurate and, with a starting MSRP of just $263, it’s also an excellent bargain.

Review: Tikka T3x Lite

The Tikka T3x Lite is a wonderful balance of portability, accuracy and dependability. It’s available in time-proven varmint and big-game calibers, has a user-adjustable trigger, the action is nicely bedded and it carries like a dream.

3 Rifle Cartridges to Hunt the World

From varmints to African dangerous game, contributor Philip Massaro takes a closer look at three groups of cartridges that cover the entire spectrum.

Video: Winchester SX4 20-Gauge

Winchester’s award-winning SX4 semi-auto line has just been extended to include a sweet-swinging 20-gauge.

Know-How: Adjustable Rifle Stocks

Consider these stock options to make your long-range rifle more effective—and comfortable.

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