“blackpowder”

More than any other firearm, a blackpowder rifle is subject to water seeping into nooks and crannies then failing to fire. But there are several tricks seasoned hunters employ to make sure their smokepoles fire in the rain.

Between the .348 Winchester and .358 Winchester, which cartridge is the better all-around choice for the hunter? Contributor Philip Massaro examines the pros and cons of each.

Over the century, Federal has risen to become one of the most dominant brands in the hunting ammo market. Here’s a look back at how it all happened.

Henry Repeating Arms has begun its 25-year celebration as one of the country’s largest long-gun manufacturers and lever-action manufacturers.

Every year, thousands of hunters purchase their first muzzleloading guns, many of whom have never shot one before. Assuming you might be one of these thousands, or know someone who is, here are few invaluable tips for finding your first.

A new muzzleloading fire-control system from Traditions Firearms and Federal Premium creates its own sort of afterglow amid deer season on an icy Oklahoma landscape.

Despite its rarity today, we all owe the .450 Nitro Express a debt of gratitude for the simple fact that it established a ballistic formula upon which so many dangerous game hunters rely.

Traveling abroad can be a daunting experience. Add in the complexities of traveling for a hunt, and the adventure can sometimes seem more trouble than it's worth. Our author took the chance anyway, and was rewarded in Spain with not only an incredible hunt, but a firsthand reminder that despite cultural barriers, hunters everywhere speak the same language: stalk, shoot, eat, enjoy, repeat.

These classic 7mm cartridges are both excellent designs with long histories of great field performance. What makes or breaks the deal in choosing one over the other? Contributor Philip Massaro takes closer a look at the pros and cons of each.