Double Duty Carbine
Can a rifle really be optimized for hunting and home defense, at the same time? Yes, you can have the best of both worlds.
Deer Defense Shield: Same Senses, Different Reactions
Researchers can dissect and explain the whitetail’s great eyes, ears and nose, but no amount of data can explain how and why each deer responds so differently to what it sees, hears and smells.
BullShooters: Will Birdshot Penetrate a Wall?
Jeff Johnston has often heard that homeowners looking for a home defense round should use a shotgun “with birdshot” because it won’t penetrate walls and therefore can't hurt family members in other rooms. But does that theory really hold up?
Hunting Guns for Home Defense?
Right now, there’s a guy on a stool in a gun shop arguing over what the “best home defense gun” is. Whether he’s right or wrong isn’t relevant—the best gun for home defense is the gun you have when you need it.
Homeowner Defeats Burglar with Bear Spray, Shotgun
According to reports, a Washington man was able to apprehend a young burglar earlier this week. Our protagonist's tools of the trade: bear mace and a trusty shotgun.
Is the .300 AAC Blackout Enough for Bears?
Assistant Editor Jon Draper proves the .300 AAC Blackout has what it takes to drop black bears and other big game.
Can You Turkey Hunt With a Home-Defense Gun?
Provided that you choose the right load, your home-defense shotgun is all you need to pursue the king of spring.
North American Arms Black Widow Mini Revolver
For the trail, for personal protection or just for fun, the Black Widow proves bigger may not always be better.
Winchester Announces W Train & Defend Brand
An unprecedented number of first-time gun owners have flooded the industry, and selecting the proper ammunition has been one of their greatest challenges. Winchester has decided to make things a little easier on new shooters, with the introduction of its new W Train & Defend brand.
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