7 Great Lightweight Hunting Rifles Lead

7 Great Lightweight Hunting Rifles

Those who venture into the backcountry—and especially those who hunt the mountains with all their gear on their back—appreciate a lightweight rifle. Here’s a look at seven top-notch options.

First Look: TriStar Viper G2 PRO

TriStar’s Viper G2 semi-auto lineup has earned its reputation has as durable, reliable and affordable shotguns. The new Viper G2 PRO line continues that tradition and enhances the user experience with upgrades typically reserved for high-end shotguns.

First Look: Franchi Momentum All-Terrain Elite

Franchi has introduced the Momentum All-Terrain Elite bolt-action, a high-mobility, quick-to-action firearm that can be ready anywhere, any time—particularly when a coyote or a hog makes a brief appearance.

New for 2023: POF-USA Tombstone Lever-Action Rifle

Patriot Ordnance Factory Inc. is unveils its first lever-action rifle platform—the Tombstone. A modern-lever-action rifle chambered in a pistol caliber, the Tombstone is detachable-box-magazine fed instead of utilizing a traditional magazine tube.

Head to Head: .35 Whelen vs. .375 H&H Magnum

Both the .35 Whelen and .375 H&H Magnum are classic cartridges that have the horsepower to take larger game species. Which is the better choice for the hunter? Contributor Philip Massaro takes a closer look at the pros and cons of each.

Mossberg Adds Optic-Ready 500 and 835 Pump-Actions to Turkey Line

Mossberg has added optic-ready versions of their venerable 500 and 835 Ulti-Mag pump-actions to their extensive line of turkey shotguns.

Hardware: Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18X44

If you're in the market for a solid “do-all” scope that will work for hunting, long-range shooting or even tactical applications, the Leupold Mark 5HD is a great choice.

Deer Hunting: Preparing for an All-Day Sit

Sometimes, successful hunting demands staying in the woods from dawn until dusk. Here’s how to survive stand hunting’s biggest challenge.

Head to Head: 7mm PRC vs. 7mm Remington Magnum

One is a newbie and the other ranks among the most popular hunting cartridges sold to this day, but both have appreciable characteristics. Which cartridge is the better choice for the hunter? Here’s a detailed look at the pros and cons of each.

Best Bullets for Black Bear

Hunting black bear in the near future? Before you select your bullet, read on for some in-depth research by contributor Aaron Carter.
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