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Benchrest Shooting Basics

Before you can do anything fancy in the field with your big-game rifle, you absolutely must prove the setup by firing several well-aimed groups with it from a benchrest. Here are the basic tools everyone should use to ensure sighting-in and checking zero go flawlessly.

CZ Debuts 600 Series: A Firsthand View

Here’s an exclusive look at the new CZ 600 rifle series from inside the company’s Czech Republic factory.

7 Huge Bucks to Pump You Up for Deer Season

Here’s a look back at some giant 2020 whitetails from across the United States that are sure to get you pumped for deer season.

How to Choose the Right Waterfowl Shotgun

In the market for a waterfowl gun? Follow these guidelines to choose one that won’t disappoint.

The Effects of Barrel Length on Your Rifle

Let’s take a closer look at how various barrel lengths, from rimfires to safari guns, play a role in a rifle’s performance.

Field Tested: Savage Impulse Straight-Pull Bolt-Action

American Hunter Editor David Herman puts the new Savage Impulse to the test on 12,000 acres of South Texas Hill Country. Read on to see how the swift-shooting straight-pull performs.

Hardware: 5 Red Dot Sights

Today there are four basic types of red dot sights, including contained reflex sights, mini reflex sights, prismatic and holographic red dot sights. Here are five—at least one of each style—that make precise aiming of your rifle, shotgun or handgun faster, easier and more accurate in most lighting conditions.

Hardware: Trijicon Huron Hunting Riflescope

The new Huron line was designed to provide a value-priced optic for deer hunters who desire the premium glass, durability and performance Trijicon is known for. With both turret and reticle shooting systems in place for downrange accuracy, you’ll know with confidence where your bullet is headed before pulling the trigger.

Going Renegauge on Early-Season Ducks

Savage’s new high-performance shotgun earns its wings in the heart of pothole country.

Hardware: CZ Upland Ultralight All-Terrain 12-Gauge

The CZ All-Terrain combines the quick-handling, smooth-swinging performance of an over/under with the durability and function of the best waterfowling autos.

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