The Anatomy of a Long-Range Shot
Sometimes due to circumstances in the field, many of the decisions regarding shots on game are made for us. It’s at times like these we can focus on the essentials needed in any shot: build your house then focus, breathe and squeeze.
Behind the Bullet: .270 Winchester Short Magnum
Loosely based on a shortened .404 Jeffery case with the rim rebated to the .535-inch case head of the H&H family, the .270 WSM was the third commercial cartridge using the .277-inch bore diameter, and betters the velocity of the .270 Winchester by 200 to 250 fps.
Member's Hunt: Where There’s a Will, There is a Way
This latest Member's Hunt comes from Tom Hall of Douglasville, Ga.
An Old Man’s Handgun Elk Hunt
Fulfillment of a 40-year dream delivers a flood of good vibes.
No Country for Old Bears
An old boar black bear is a trophy of a lifetime for any hunter, and for good reason. Those who pursue him would do well to consider their quarry has spent a lifetime avoiding the moment.
How to Sharpen an Axe
Contributor Bryce Towsley walks his audience through the lost art of sharpening an axe.
Head to Head: .17 HMR vs. .22 WMR
Contributor Philip Massaro examines the pros and cons of two of the most popular magnum rimfire cartridges. Which comes out on top?
Finns and My Father
A chance to follow in his father’s footsteps on a moose hunt in Finland proved to be irresistible to the author, who may never have become a gunwriter without his father’s pioneering trip 33 years ago.
Member's Hunt: Close Enough
This latest Member's Hunt comes from Richard Whitney of Boonville, Ind.
Hardware: Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD Spotting Scope
If you’re looking at the performance requirements of a spotting scope as a system, such as image quality, ruggedness, ergonomics and weight, the SX-4 Pro Guide HD is an excellent choice.
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