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Louisiana Makes Firestick Technology Legal for Hunting This Fall

Hunters in Louisiana will be able to utilize Federal Premium’s innovative Firestick technology during 2025 fall hunting seasons after the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission recently approved regulation changes.

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.

First Look: CVA Paramount Long Range Muzzleloader

Designed for shots at 300 yards and beyond, the new .45-caliber bolt-action muzzleloader fires a 280-grain PowerBelt ELR bullet at 2200 fps.

The Singles Scene

Straight from the Swinging ’60s came two pistols that gave rise to the modern single-shot handguns we hunt with today.

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