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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.

Members' Best 2019

Our 2019 collection of our member's best hunts.

Head to Head: 350 Legend vs. .35 Remington

How does the new 350 Legend stack up against the proven .35 Remington? Contributor Philip Massaro examines the pros and cons of each.

Review: DPMS GII Hunter

The DPMS GII Hunter is accurate and loaded with features, yet lightweight and compact enough to comfortably carry all day in the woods, plains or desert.

Top 7 Deer Bullets for the .308 Win.

Looking for a “different” deer bullet for your treasured .308 Win? Here are seven superlatives.

Bullets for African Plains Game

You’ve probably heard that African dangerous game can absorb five hits from an Abrams tank and keep on charging. You’ve probably heard that kudu, eland, wildebeest and even impala are so tough from evading lions and leopards they’ll soak up bullets that would floor a North American brown bear. Nonsense.

Top 13 Moose Cartridges

As an Alaskan, Cork Graham has seen a number of moose taken with a variety of cartridges. Here are some of his personal favorites.

Hardware: Thompson/Center Compass

With a suggested retail price of just under $400, the new bolt-action Compass is Thompson/Center’s entry into the budget-friendly hunting rifle market.

Hardware: SIG Sauer Elite Performance Ammunition

In 2014 SIG Sauer launched its Elite Performance Ammunition line. Initially made up of a few loads for defensive handguns, the line continues to expand. It now contains JHP loads for 13 handgun cartridges and FMJ loads for eight handgun cartridges, as well as hunting and match loads for the .300 AAC Blackout. Two of the latest JHP loads for the .357 Mag. and .44 Mag. stand out for hunting.

Top 5 Deer Bullets

For those of us who choose to pursue deer with a rifle, the bullet is the one piece of gear that seals the deal. There are many makes and models available, but a few stand out. Here's a look at Philip Massaro's personal top five.

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