BTB 405 Winchester Lead

Behind the Bullet: .405 Winchester

Generating just over 3,200 ft.-lbs. of muzzle energy, the .405 Winchester was—at the time of its release in 1904—the most powerful lever-action cartridge available.

Review: Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Lever-Action

Contributor B. Gil Horman tests out the Model 1854 lever-action from Smith & Wesson.

Behind the Bullet: .350 Remington Magnum

Introduced in 1965, the .350 Remington Magnum could be considered the original short magnum. Using the belted Holland & Holland case responsible for so many excellent designs from the 40s, 50s and 60s, but shortened to be wedged into a short-action magazine, the .350 Magnum would mimic the performance of the .35 Whelen.

Review: Howa Superlite

Among the lightest hunting rifles on the market, the Super Lite lives up to its name with a mere 4-pound, 7-ounce weight. This is aided by its lightweight Stocky's stock and a unique action that sits between the Howa Mini Action and Short Action in terms of size.

Behind the Bullet: 400 Legend

The 400 Legend takes the 350 Legend concept a step further, giving hunters a straight-walled cartridge fully suitable for both bolt-action rifles as well as the AR platform, conforming to the collective statutes set forth by a number of Midwestern states.

A One-and-Done Black Bear Hunt

A dog hunt for an Arizona black bear with a magnum wheelgun proves you can’t pack too big a punch.

Lessons Learned from a Grizzly Bear Attack on the Kenai

In November 2012, Blake Gettys was tending his trap line in Alaska when a grizzly attacked him. Now, the victim and his storyteller examine the event in detail to determine what, if anything, could have gone better.

Best New Hunting Rifles for 2024

Firearms manufacturers are rolling out new hunting rifles for 2024 at the annual SHOT Show in Las Vegas and we’re giving you a close-up look at the best of the class.

Are Polymer-Framed 10mm Pistols the “Next Gen” Trail Gun?

B. Gil Horman delves into the "trail-to-town" concept, with an in-depth look at the 10mm Auto.

First Look: S&W and Davidson's 200th Anniversary Texas Rangers N-Frame

Smith & Wesson has launched an exclusive Smith & Wesson N-Frame revolver to honor the 200th anniversary of the Texas Rangers.

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