Double Duty Carbine
Can a rifle really be optimized for hunting and home defense, at the same time? Yes, you can have the best of both worlds.
‘Straight-Shooting’ Advice
Iowa and other states are opening shotgun-only deer seasons to straight-walled cartridges like the .45-70 Gov’t., .444 Marlin and .450 Bushmaster. Here’s how to wring the most performance from their rainbow-like trajectories.
Hunting Ammo: What to Look for in a Big-Game Bullet
Contributor Aram von Benedikt details the critical characteristics necessary for an effective deer, elk or moose round, and lists his own personal favorites.
.35 Whelen: The Colonel’s Cartridge
Cartridges that start with “.35” have never really caught on in America, but one stamped “Whelen” is enjoying a resurgence in popularity among hunters.
How Accurate Are Today’s Rifles?
Here’s what you can realistically expect from your new rifle.
Behind the Bullet: .30-30 Winchester
The .30-30 Winchester remains a top-seller, and new rifles are continually produced for the veteran cartridge. Why? It’s a simple design, easy on the shoulder and wallet, and very effective inside of 200 yards.
Nikon Pro Staff Optics
With Nikon’s Pro Staff line, a hunter can buy a complete optics package—riflescope, shotgun/muzzleloader scope and binocular—for under $600.
First Look 2013: Ammunition
Check out this rundown of some of 2013's upcoming ammunition releases—many of which will be on display at the 2013 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in May.
Leupold CDS Dial and Custom Reticle
Available as a factory option on many Leupold models and as a Custom Shop addition to a number of existing, already purchased scopes, the CDS replaces the elevation turret cap with a low-profile, click-adjustable dial.
Ruger No. 1-S 9.3x62mm
This year, Ruger paired their classically styled No. 1-S Medium Sporter with a truly classic cartridge: the 9.3x62mm. How did it stack up when taken afield? Find out in this complete review from Keith Wood.
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