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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.

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.

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.

Top 10 Hunting Cartridges of the Past 10 Years

Here’s a look at the best new hunting rounds introduced in the last ten years.

New for 2020: Hornady A-Tip Match Bullet

Years of research and testing by the Hornady Ballistic Development Group, combined with advanced manufacturing processes and quality control measures led to the creation of what the company claims is the ultimate low-drag, high-performance match bullet.

Head to Head: .308 Winchester vs. 7mm-08 Remington

Both cartridges are easy to shoot, can be housed in lightweight, easy-to-carry rifles and neither require a long barrel length to get the best performance. Which is the smarter choice for the modern hunter? Contributor Philip Massaro examines the pros and cons of each.

Head to Head: .280 Ackley Improved vs. 7mm Rem. Mag.

Which of these cartridges represents the wisest choice for hunters, and why should you prefer one over the other? Contributor Philip Massaro examines the pros and cons of each.

Head to Head: .300 PRC vs. .300 Win. Mag.

How does the new .300 PRC stack up against the renowned .300 Win. Mag? Contributor Philip Massaro takes a closer look at what makes each cartridge tick.

Opinion: Why the 7mm-08 Remington is the Ultimate Whitetail Cartridge

The 7mm-08 Remington is hands-down the perfect whitetail cartridge. Here’s why.

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