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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.

2017 Handgun of the Year: Smith & Wesson SW22 Victory

“Heavy,” “handgun” and “.22 LR” aren’t words that are usually strung together. But it is that weight, along with other features of the Smith & Wesson SW22 Victory, that makes this semi-automatic pistol so great.

2018 Handgun of the Year: Kimber Camp Guard 10

The 10mm Auto punches above its weight, and in a 1911 it does so in a relatively small package. The Kimber Camp Guard 10 with its nine-round magazine, as AH contributor Keith Wood noted, is a “1911-lover’s backcountry sidearm."

2019 Hunting Handgun of the Year: Taurus Raging Hunter

Taurus makes its dedication to the hunting market more obvious than ever with the release of its Raging Hunter. Although “raging” is in its name, this .44 Mag. will make many hunters happy with its features and performance.

American Hunter's 2021 Golden Bullseye Award Winners

The editors of American Hunter have announced the recipients of our 2021 Golden Bullseye Awards.

2021 Hunting Handgun of the Year: Kimber KHX Custom (OI) 10mm Auto

Kimber has produced our 2021 Hunting Handgun of the Year: its KHX Custom (OI) in 10mm Auto.

American Hunter's 2022 Golden Bullseye Award Winners

The editors of American Hunter have announced the recipients of our 2022 Golden Bullseye Awards.

2022 Handgun of the Year: Colt Anaconda

When Colt introduced its new and improved Python revolver a couple of years ago, hunters admired it but waited for their gun: the Anaconda. Last year they got it, a .44 Magnum hunting handgun with a glossy finish, big grips and the world-famous Colt ventilated rib.

American Hunter 2023 Golden Bullseye Award Winners

American Hunter has announced the recipients of its 2023 Golden Bullseye Awards, honoring exceptional design, manufacturing, performance and value for American hunters and gun owners.

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