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Hardware: Howa Mini Action

Just in time for the peak of predator season, Japanese manufacturer Howa recently teamed up with Nevada-based Legacy Sports International to introduce the lightweight Mini Action rifle.

The Truth About Light Transmission

The phrase “light transmission” has become cliché in the world of optics. Just what is it, and how seriously should hunters take it? Let us explain.

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.

6 Reasons to Hunt in Spain—and 3 Things to Know Before You Go

If Spanish hunting isn’t on your bucket list, here are six reasons why it should be, and three things you should know before you go.

5 Tips for Hunting Winter Whitetails

Didn’t fill your deer tag during the rut? There’s still time to find a good buck, but you must understand how whitetail behavior shifts in the winter months. Here are five tips for winter whitetail success.

First Look: Browning X-Bolt Pro Long Range

Whether you’re smacking steel at a half-mile or planning to hunt big-game in steep country, Browning’s new versatile X-Bolt Pro Long Range fits the bill.

New for 2018: Weatherby Mark V CarbonMark

The addition of a carbon fiber barrel rounds out the Mark V’s recent re-freshening and ensures that the Flying W brand’s flagship firearm is still one of the “it” rifles in the world of long-range hunting.

First Look: Franchi Momentum Bolt-Action Rifle

One of the handful of new rifle designs for 2018 comes from an unlikely source—Franchi. The Italian firearm maker is best known for designing affordable and reliable shotguns, and those same principles carry over to the company’s first bolt-action centerfire rifle—the Momentum.

First Look: Mossberg Patriot Synthetic Cerakote

The addition of a synthetic Cerakote stainless finish makes the metalwork on Mossberg’s Patriot rifle virtually impervious to the elements, meaning you won’t have to worry about damaging your rifle while hunting in tough conditions.

SHOT Show 2018: Marlin 1895 Trapper SBL

Marlin is ramping up production of their lever-action hunting rifles with the launch of the 1895 Trapper SBL.

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