The author gets a surprise opportunity at a big mule deer. Full of adrenaline, his hands (and everything else) are shaking. The deer is close. Should he take the shot?
FIRST LOOK: THE NEW MOSSBERG MC2sc HANDGUN
Published: October 24, 2021 { 6 comments }The MC2sc is a reliable, accurate, concealed-carry weapon. All things considered, the little pistol offered up a stellar performance, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone.
FIRST LOOK: NEW MOSSBERG 590S PUMP-ACTION SHOTGUN
Published: October 24, 2021 { 7 comments }Who needs another new home-protection and defense shotgun? I’m glad you asked! How can this one be any better than what’s already out there? That too, is a great question.
Take the Shot? A Rutting Texas Whitetail Offers a Challenging, Head-on Shot – Presented by Springfield Armory
Published: August 2, 2021 { 0 comments }A rutting Texas whitetail offers a challenging, head-on shot. Your only available shooting position is standing, unsupported. Do you take the shot?
Take the Shot? A Once in a Lifetime Bison Creates an Ethical Dilemma – Presented by Springfield Armory
Published: April 5, 2021 { 17 comments }A once-in-a-lifetime Bison tag is in your pocket, and the only two buffalo you’ll see in a week of hunting are walking toward dense timber. But there’s a problem; one bull is directly beyond the other. You have five seconds to decide: Do you take the shot?
Take the Shot? A Marauding Baboon Offers a Cross-Canyon Shot Opportunity – Presented by Springfield Armory
Published: March 1, 2021 { 19 comments }South Africa’s Eastern Cape is beautiful, scenic, and teeming with game. The baboons would hole up in mid-level ribbon cliffs during the day, and descend to rob feed from lambing pens by night. A marauding baboon offers a lucky cross-canyon shot opportunity. Do you take the shot?
Take the Shot? A World-Class Coues Deer Offers A Challenging, Long-Range Shot In High-Wind Conditions – Presented by Springfield Armory
Published: February 1, 2021 { 6 comments }A World-Class Coues Deer Offers A Challenging, Long-Range Shot In High-Wind Conditions. The Hunter Is Using Cutting-Edge Long-Range Shooting Gear. Should He Take The Shot?
406 Inch (Official) Bull Taken with New Two-Seventy Cartridge: The 6.8 Western
Published: February 1, 2021 { 24 comments }There’s a new cartridge on the block, and it’s one cool customer. Built to fulfill the desires of the classic .270 Winchester shooting crowd while meeting the demands of today’s long-range shooting and hunting protocol, the brand-new 6.8 Western steps into the arena and doffs its ten-gallon hat.
Take the Shot? A Traveling Hunter is Presented with an Easy Shot – but Only at the Risk of His Own Life – Presented by Springfield Armory
Published: January 4, 2021 { 36 comments }A traveling hunter is presented with an easy shot at his elusive quarry – but only at the risk of his own life. Should he take the shot?
Turnbull Winchester 1886 Buffalo Rifle Deluxe – Review
Published: November 27, 2020 { 19 comments }The Turnbull Winchester 1886 rifle we tested is a spectacular firearm. The color casehardening, in particular, is extraordinary. We had zero malfunctions, the rifle shot well, and carried nicely in the hand and in a saddle scabbard. Accuracy was good.