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Are Premium Hunting Bullets Worth the Extra Cost?

It’s no secret that premium hunting bullets offer greater accuracy, higher ballistic coefficients and better terminal performance, but they’re typically about twice as expensive as standard bullets. Is the extra cost justified? 

Federal Announces ‘Bucks, Bulls & Blades’ Promotion

Purchase qualifying Federal Premium medium/big-game ammunition through Dec. 31, 2019 and receive up to a $20 rebate and a free Federal-branded Knives of Alaska Cub Bear Suregrip caping knife.

SHOT Show 2020: Federal Terminal Ascent Ammo

Federal’s new Terminal Ascent features a bonded construction that penetrates deep on close targets, while its patented Slipstream polymer tip initiates expansion at velocities 200 fps lower than comparable designs.

Behind the Bullet: .280 Ackley Improved

If you want something a bit unique with a definite cool factor, give the .280 Ackley Improved a long look.

Hardware: Federal Premium Terminal Ascent

Federal's new Terminal Ascent has been seriously re-engineered to be the best bullet, for all situations, that will give the best terminal performance available, whether at minimal velocity a long, long way from the muzzle, or loaded in a magnum cartridge with shot distances better measured in feet.

Head to Head: 7mm vs. .30 Caliber

Both offer similar power levels, are suitable for similar-sized game and make a perfect all-around rifle for nearly all hunting scenarios. What makes or breaks the deal in choosing one over the other? Contributor Philip Massaro investigates.

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.

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.

How to Choose the Right Hunting Bullet

Understanding the intended purpose of a bullet and its effect on the body of your quarry is vitally important for making ethical, one-shot-kills. But with so many bullet styles, brands, calibers and game animals of varying sizes, the process can be confusing. Here’s a primer to get you started.

Head to Head: 7mm-08 Remington vs. .280 Remington

Between the 7mm-08 and the .280, which is the better choice for the hunter in the market for an all-around rifle that can best handle a wide range of species across North America, Europe and Africa? Contributor Philip Massaro examines the pros and cons of each.

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