BTB 270 WSM Lead

Behind the Bullet: .270 Winchester Short Magnum

Loosely based on a shortened .404 Jeffery case with the rim rebated to the .535-inch case head of the H&H family, the .270 WSM was the third commercial cartridge using the .277-inch bore diameter, and betters the velocity of the .270 Winchester by 200 to 250 fps.

Behind the Bullet: .300 Winchester Short Magnum

If you’re in the market for a cartridge that will do double duty in both the hunting fields and on the target range, with a bit more horsepower than the Creedmoor provides, the 6.5 PRC is worth a hard look.

Top 5 Hunting Rifles to Buy Used

Some of the best bolt-actions aren’t new, they’re used. Here are five models you should pursue.

Ammo Shortage Survival Guide

Finding ammunition during a shortage can be difficult. Here are some tips to help get you what’s needed.

Tips and Tactics for Late-Season Dove Hunting

Primarily hunted in September, dove seasons generally extend well beyond those for popular big-game species. To maximize your chances of success, however, you’ll need to reconsider your gear and techniques.

Head to Head: .300 RSAUM vs. .300 WSM

If you’re market for a rifle chambered in one of these short-action magnums, which is more readily available and dependable? Contributor Philip Massaro examines the pros and cons of each.

An Ode to the .325 WSM

Winchester's final WSM cartridge is arguably the best, but its acceptance by hunters has been lukewarm, which is unfortunate. It's a versatile round that's capable of taking most game animals worldwide.

Big Bears: Why They're on Every Hunter's Bucket List

Taking a truly big bear—be it in Alaska, Canada, Russia or elsewhere—is so special that just one can be enough in a hunter’s lifetime.

Bullets for African Plains Game

You’ve probably heard that African dangerous game can absorb five hits from an Abrams tank and keep on charging. You’ve probably heard that kudu, eland, wildebeest and even impala are so tough from evading lions and leopards they’ll soak up bullets that would floor a North American brown bear. Nonsense.

Winchester Announces Expedition Big Game

Winchester has announced the impending release of its new Expedition Big Game, which is designed, as you might expect, exclusively to tackle some of North America's largest game animals.

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