Top 5 Big-Game Handgun Hunting Cartridges
Having hunted with a handgun across the globe over the last five decades, contributor Dick Williams shares his top five big-game handgun hunting cartridges.
Behind the Bullet: .454 Casull
.454 Casull is not a cartridge for the faint-of-heart, and will require a shooter to put in a considerable amount of time at the practice range in order to become a proficient hunter. However, once that happens, you’ll have a very effective hunting tool in your hands.
2016 Handgun of the Year: Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk in .454 Casull/.480 Ruger
Handgun hunters begged for years for .480 Ruger in a Ruger single-action, and last year the company finally released not only the .480 Ruger but also the.454 Casull in its Super Blackhawk. That was more than good enough to win Handgun of the Year.
Video: The .454 Casull Challenge
American Hunter Field Editor Bryce Towsley claimed he could put five rounds of .454 Casull through a single-action revolver in under three seconds. The American Hunter staff challenged him to prove it—and couldn't resist getting in on the fun, too.
Handgun Hunting 101: The Mechanics
Whether getting started or renewing your vows, it’s time to get back to the handgun hunting basics.
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