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The Savage Arms Impulse Makes a Memorable Debut in Africa

The Savage Arms Impulse Makes a Memorable Debut in Africa

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When Savage Arms released their Impulse straight-pull rifle in early 2021 I never imagined my 6.5 Creedmoor might be the first one to make it to the plains of Africa, or that my first-time hunting friend would claim first blood with it.

There's a New Predator in Town - SIG Tread Predator Reviewed

There’s a New Predator in Town – SIG Tread Predator Reviewed

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The Sig Sauer Tread Predator is a quality built low/no recoil semiautomatic hunting rifle with a lot to offer right out of the box.

The Gear of SIG's Hunter Games - Part 1

The Gear of SIG’s Hunter Games – Part 1

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In Part one of the Gear of SIG’s Hunter Games, we will only cover the SIG branded gear provided to each competitor.

Archery: Beat Target Panic For Good

Archery: Beat Target Panic For Good

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If your carbon slinging has been a struggle, don’t fret, there’s still time to make a change.

400 Yard Muzzleloader! Taking Long Shots With Bergara and CVA: New Rifles!

400 Yard Muzzleloader! Taking Long Shots With Bergara and CVA: New Rifles!

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On April 29, 2021, Bergara and CVA sponsored The Long Shot Tour, held at the Fossil Pointe Shooting Grounds, outside Decatur, Texas. These two gun makers had some new and newer firearms to show off and invited a dozen writers and editors to try out several Bergara bolt action rifles and a pair of CVA muzzleloaders, plus a CVA bolt action. I was one of those writers.

Setting Up A New Bow: December Archery Deer Hunt in Idaho Part 1 of 3

Setting Up A New Bow: December Archery Deer Hunt in Idaho Part 1 of 3

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An avid rifle hunter switches teams, flinging arrows in the late season. Read about his steep learning curve and follow him on this adventure!

Savage's Backcountry Xtreme Series: The 110 High Country

Savage’s Backcountry Xtreme Series: The 110 High Country

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The High Country has some other functional/aesthetic enhancements. The barrel is fluted in a dramatic spiral that runs most of its length. Savage button-rifles their barrels. The .308 High Country’s barrel is 22 inches. The long-action calibers have 24-inch barrels.

Bear Spray! In 500 Linebaugh

Bear Spray! In 500 Linebaugh

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Let me be clear, this is NOT about a pepper spray that you might carry for protection against bears. Bear Spray, is the name my gunsmith decided to use for this project.

Right Back at Ya! Savage’s Impulse Hog Hunter Featuring a Straight-Pull Bolt

Right Back at Ya! Savage’s Impulse Hog Hunter Featuring a Straight-Pull Bolt

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The Impulse Hog Hunter is a very accurate rifle, capable of taking game out to 400 yards without a problem. The straight-pull bolt operated effectively and actually got me on target faster for that follow-up shot.

Building the Perfect Turkey Gun

Building the Perfect Turkey Gun

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I have known hundreds of hunters over the years and I have to say turkey hunters are the most passionate, focused group of hunters I’ve ever encountered.