Mike Dickerson

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Tested: Browning’s New Tack-Driving X-Bolt 2 Speed Rifle

Every X-Bolt rifle I have tested over the years was superbly accurate. Rifles in non-magnum chamberings consistently shot ½-MOA groups or better, with many groups measuring just 1/3-MOA, with factory ammo.

Field Tested: Ruger’s New American Gen 2 Rifle

Field Tested: Ruger’s New American Gen 2 Rifle

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

Hits and Misses with the New Smith & Wesson M&P 15 Sport III

The Sport III is, arguably, the gun that S&W should have been making years ago. It gives shooters more of what they want, but there are still some significant shortcomings with the Sport III, as you might expect of many ARs in this price category.

The New King of Chronographs: Garmin’s Xero C1 Pro

Garmin Xero C1 Pro: The New King of Chronographs

I believe the Xero is going to fundamentally change the shooting world and dominate the chronograph market. Some call it revolutionary. I call it the best invention since pizza and the answer to this gun writer’s prayers. Here’s why.

Field Tested: Ruger American Go Wild Rifle in 7mm PRC

Field Tested: Ruger American Go Wild Rifle in 7mm PRC

One of America’s most popular affordable hunting rifles is now chambered for the new hard-hitting, flat-shooting 7mm PRC.

Tested: Caldwell’s Precision Turret Rifle Rest

Tested: Caldwell’s Precision Turret Rest

The Precision Turret rest is, hands down, the best rest I’ve ever used for zeroing and practicing with ARs at the bench. It works so well because it was engineered specifically to accommodate the unique characteristics of AR rifles.

Bergara Premier Canyon Rifle: A Heavy Hitting Lightweight

Bergara Premier Canyon Rifle: A Heavy Hitting Lightweight

In choosing a hunting rifle, there’s often a trade-off between weight and accuracy. Ultralight rifles are a joy to carry, but many hunters struggle to shoot them as accurately as they can shoot heavier, more stable rifles.

Tested: Savage Model 110 Carbon Predator rifle

Tested: Savage Model 110 Carbon Predator rifle

The Carbon Predator is an accurate, updated, lighter version of the venerable Model 110 with a Proof Research carbon fiber-wrapped stainless barrel and a stock that allows for a custom fit.

High-Grade Upgrade: Benelli's Lupo Rifle Gets a Beautiful Walnut Stock

High-Grade Upgrade: Benelli’s Lupo Rifle Gets a Beautiful Walnut Stock

With the Benelli Lupo Walnut, you’re not just getting a very accurate hunting rifle. You’re getting a visually stunning rifle that deserves to be treated as a family heirloom.

Tested: Bushmaster’s 450 BOAR Rifle

This rifle is built specifically for hunters, and as its name implies, the gun is chambered for the potent 450 Bushmaster cartridge, turning an AR-15 into a thumper of a hunting rifle for most North American game when used within the round’s range limitations.