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7mm Backcountry: Anatomy of a 21st Century Elk Cartridge

Federal’s new 7mm Backcountry produces magnum-like ballistics from a 20-inch barrel thanks to new case and powder technology.

Behind the Bullet: 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum

Curious about the 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum? Learn about the history and performance of this storied cartridge in Phil Massaro's latest Behind the Bullet.

Head to Head: 7mm Backcountry vs. 7mm PRC

7mm Backcountry or 7mm PRC? Which 21st century wonder-seven will come out on top in this Head-to-Head examination? Read on to find out.

#SundayGunday: Federal 7mm Backcountry

Today on #SundayGunday, we fire the 7mm Backcountry, a 21st-century centerfire cartridge designed by Federal Ammunition for big-game hunting that delivers the news from a 20-inch barrel.

#SundayGunday: Wilson Combat NULA Model 20

On this week's #SunsdayGunday, we take a look at the Wilson Combat NULA Model 20. A descendant of the New Ultralight Arms rifles designed by Melvin Forbes, the Model 20 carries on Melvin's legacy of lightweight accuracy in a way only Wilson Combat can. For more information, check out this exclusive video.

Big-Game Rifles for Those with Compromised Upper Body Strength

Hunters suffering from debilitating physical conditions have limited options when it comes to center-fire rifles. Here we detail some of the best.

No Strikeouts in Texas

Just when it looked like the author would go home empty -handed, he hit a familiar vein, the ol’ Texas two-step.

Best New Hunting Rifles from SHOT 2025

Lots of new rimfire and centerfire rifles are hitting the market this year. Here’s a rundown of the best new hunting rifles from the class of ’25.

New for 2025: Federal’s 7mm Backcountry

Federal has released the 7mm Backcountry, a high-speed, high-pressure cartridge designed specifically for use in shorter barreled, suppressed platforms.

An In-Depth Look at 7mm Backcountry

Federal Ammunition set out to create a brand-new 7mm, with an eye toward speed, suppressors and seriously heavy bullets. This pursuit, which has culminated in the 7mm Backcountry, can be encapsulated by three measurements: 20, 170 and 3,000.

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