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Hardware: Mossberg MVP Scout

There are essentially three definitions of the scout rifle. First, there’s Col. Jeff Cooper’s definition, which is largely credited for setting the parameters of such a firearm. The popular definition, meanwhile, is any bolt-action rifle with an extended-eye-relief scope. And finally, there’s the definition(s) conjured by everyone else. The Mossberg MVP Scout clearly meets the last two.

5 'Made in America' Rifles

Here are five rifles that absolutely bleed red, white and blue.

Stocks: Synthetic vs. Wood

Perhaps the single most noticeable change in firearms over the last 15 to 20 years has been the proliferation of synthetic stocks. But are they a superior product?

2018 Shotgun of the Year: Winchester Super X4

Winchester's Super X4 is our 2018 Shotgun of the Year.

Know-How: Adjustable Rifle Stocks

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

Review: Boyds At-One Adjustable Gunstock

The Boyds At-One stock offers buttstock, comb, grip and forearm adjustments for an overall custom fit, and is constructed of top-grade laminated hardwood to ensure rigidity and stability.

The Making of the Remington Model 700 American Hunter

Learn the backstory behind the collaboration between America’s oldest arms manufacturer and the world’s largest hunting magazine: the Remington Model 700 American Hunter rifle.

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.

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?

Scope Magnification: How Much is Too Much?

What is the ideal scope magnification that can cover nearly all hunting scenarios? Is it possible to have “too much scope”?

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