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Benelli’s Lupo HPR Bolt-Action Rifle—Tested and Reviewed

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Benelli’s shiny new bolt-action penny, the HPR, is a durable long-range tack driver perfect for the range or the woods. I’ve been a Benelli fan for years. The first time I squeezed the trigger on an SBE shotgun and folded a giant goose, I knew I’d found a trusted field companion. Since that hunt, I’ve [...]

Tested True: Browning X-Bolt 2 Pro McMillan SPR

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Browning’s X-Bolt 2 series consists of several bolt-action winners. The X-Bolt 2 Speed has an inside-the-Vari-Tech stock adjustable comb-height system, two grips with rubber over mold to ensure a just-right fit, a slimmer, sleeker receiver and bolt, and so much more. 

Hunting Handgun Bullet Alternative

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My first experience with hardcast handgun bullets on medium game left me disappointed. I double-lunged a pronghorn with a .512 caliber 465gr. WFN bullet and had to shoot it three more times.

Springfield Armory Model 2020 Boundary in 7 PRC: Hands-On Review

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Video https://youtu.be/iXyDRRTM5xo Introduction When Springfield Armory released the Model 2020 Waypoint, they took a significant step into the bolt-action rifle arena. However, feedback from the hunting community indicated a desire for a more traditional design. Enter the Model 2020 Boundary, a rifle that beautifully marries the classic hunting aesthetic with modern precision and performance. I [...]

Slowing Down With A Traditions Kentucky Rifle

Slowing Down with a Traditions Kentucky Rifle

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This 50-caliber muzzleloader is often the first choice for those looking to get into traditional black powder. Let’s get back to the basics as I spend some time with the Traditions Kentucky Rifle.

Savage Axis XP: Improving for a Young Hunter

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It was a month before Christmas of 2021 and I was out looking for a rifle and ammo to go with it.  I’m sure most of you can recall that was not the best of times for firearm shopping and ammo was even worse. 

hunt365 - Best 300 BLK Ammo For Hunting

Best 300 BLK Ammo For Hunting

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It took me a few years to warm up to the 300 BLK cartridge after SAAMI blessed the round in 2011. The 300 BLK has been around for a lot longer.

Field Tested: Ruger’s New American Gen 2 Rifle

Field Tested: Ruger’s New American Gen 2 Rifle

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Tall brush dictated a standing shot, so I rested the forend of the American Gen 2, chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, on shooting sticks.

hunter in camo with mossberg 500 shotgun

Mossberg 500 Turkey Shotgun: Two-Year Review

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In a time when content is king and new gun announcements come fast, the opportunity rarely arises to do a truly long-term gun review. One where you can get to know it, shoot it a lot, knock it around. I wanted to figure out what does and doesn’t work, set aside any marketing hype, and live with the gun.

3- Savage 110 Long Range Hunter: Reaching Out In 300 PRC

Savage 110 Long Range Hunter: Reaching Out In 300 PRC

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The Savage 110 family of rifles are known for their tried-and-true quality and dependability.  This Long Range Hunter is no exception.