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Hardware Review: Taurus Expedition

After a year of testing the Expedition and using it afield, contributor Jeff Johnston believes it’s one of the best compact, hunting/target shooting/utility rifles available for less than $700.

Bears Over Hounds: Chasing Black Bears in Western Idaho

Of bayed bears and broken branches—a week with dogs and houndsmen in western Idaho is a “paws-on” experience.

Spring Gobbler Gear Roundup

Mike Roux lays out his winter's turkey gear discoveries, just in time for spring gobbler season.

First Look: Blocker Outdoors’ Finisher Pro II Turkey Vest

Blocker Outdoors has introduced its Finisher Pro II Turkey Vest, to help hunters concisely and comfortably manage essential hunting tools.

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.

The .450 SMC: 'Super Size' Your .45 ACP Pistol Performance

Can this souped-up .45-caliber pistol round generate 10mm Auto like levels of performance? And from a nearly stock .45 ACP pistol at that? Take a look and find out!

New for 2025: Traditions NitroBolt Muzzleloader

Traditions introduces NitroBolt, first-ever bolt-action muzzleloader designed to use patented Federal Firestick.

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.

Long-Range Hunting: Bring Enough Gun

There seems these days to be a “race to the bottom” among hunters who like to hunt and shoot long with smaller and smaller cartridges at greater and greater range. The practice ignores sage advice.

A Bull in the Hand

Roosevelt elk are the largest elk in North America, and holding a tag for one is an opportunity relatively few hunters get the chance to experience. 

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