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Developed in 1976 by Ken Waters as a wildcat cartridge, the 7-30 Waters is based on the .30-30 Winchester necked down to 7mm to improve velocity and trajectory, with a significant drop off in felt recoil. In 1984, Winchester began to produce rifles chambered for cartridge, legitimizing Waters’ dream, and establishing it as a commercial cartridge.

Contributor Frank Melloni makes his first leap into bowhunting, with the TenPoint 505.

The new 110 PCS bolt-action pistol is built around the 110’s factory blueprinted action, which is secured in a one-piece aluminum chassis from MDT and includes an AICS-style detachable box magazine. It makes for the perfect all-terrain firearm, and would be particularly useful when hunting from a tight ground blind.

Contributor Frank Melloni puts the Savage 110 PCS through its paces at the range, in preparation for a fall afield.

When put to the test, the new Toric UDH angled spotting scope delivered a bright, sharp, clear image with true colors, and its lenses successfully repelled dirt, oil and debris.

We found the Optika LR to be just what we demand in a laser rangefinding binocular: a perfectly functional, high-quality binocular and an equally high-functioning laser rangefinder that hasn’t added confusing bulk or weight.

You don’t need to spend a fortune to own a decent optic that won’t break, fog or fall out of zero at just the wrong moment. Here are five excellent riflescopes you can get for under $200.

Here’s a look at some of the best rangefinders on the market today across a variety of price points and applications.

Handloading for Grandpa's old .30-30 can greatly improve it's effective range. Here's why it's worthwhile, and how to go about it.