“chest holster”

In November 2012, Blake Gettys was tending his trap line in Alaska when a grizzly attacked him. Now, the victim and his storyteller examine the event in detail to determine what, if anything, could have gone better.

From rifles and shotguns to pistols and revolvers, these eight sidearms will keep you safe when you’re far from help.

Now available for the Smith & Wesson M&P with or without red dot sights, Galco's High Ready chest holster system is the latest in the company's expanding line of torso-worn hunting holsters.

Elite Survival Systems has debuted their Warden Chest Holster, ideal for hunters looking for an extra measure of protection in the backcountry.

Check out this unique bear defense pack from Counter Assault, that combines a hefty bear deterrent with a useful training aid.

Looking for a new way to tote your pistol through the backcountry? Check out this modular chest rig from StealthGearUSA. Designed to stay clear of waist belts and pack straps, its a comfortable solution to a problem that has plagued backcountry hunters for years.

Already a popular option for shorter-barreled revolvers and automatics, Galco has released new models of its Great Alaskan chest holster, molded to fit longer-barreled, hunting-style revolvers.

Staying overnight in bear country? You need a sidearm that's reliable, accurate and readily available. Here's why contributor Max Prasac opted for the Ruger Super Blackhawk in .44 Magnum.

During his first trip to Africa, the author found both challenge and reward hunting the bushveld near South Africa’s Limpopo River with Smith & Wesson’s mighty .460 S&W Mag. X-Frame revolver.