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SIG ECHO SV50-LRF Review

SIG Sauer ECHO SV50 LRF : A Game-Changer in Thermal Optics

Today, I’m diving into the SIG Sauer ECHO SV50 LRF, a thermal sight that’s not just impressive for its features, but for its lifetime warranty – something unheard of in the thermal industry. From its crisp 640 sensor and built-in laser rangefinder to the seamless integration with SIG’s BDX app, this optic is built for [...]

3 My First Rifle Was a .243: Keeping it Simple With A Henry Single Shot Rifle

My First Rifle Was a .243: Keeping it Simple With A Henry Single Shot Rifle

My son is currently 5. He is already begging to go.  I will take him to help me, “look for the deers, Dad!” this fall. He won’t be of legal age here to shoot one yet, but it’s not far away.

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

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

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

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.

dove hunter with shotgun and doves

Dove Hunting: Tips, Tricks, and Recipes

Whether you’re hitting the fields for dove season right now or trying to decide if you want to add a hunting season to your whitetail habit, we’re here to help.

Dark Energy Spectre 18W Solar Panel Review: A Practical Tool for Off-Grid Power

The Dark Energy Spectre 18W Solar Panel is a compact, lightweight solar solution designed for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts who need reliable power in remote areas. Weighing just 15.34 ounces and folding down to 9.5 x 12.25 inches, it fits easily into your pack without adding much weight. The Spectre provides up to 18W of [...]

Simple Gourmet: Fried Elk Heart

My kids love heart, and they talk about eating it all year. It’s too bad elk (or deer, or bears) only have one. Fried elk heart is a great way to enjoy it.

The 22 Creedmoor has a wide bullet selection and is affordable to shoot

22 Creedmoor: A Former Wildcat That Keeps Getting Better

I have rifles chambered in both 6.5 and 6mm Creedmoor (CM) but the 22 CM has captured my attention. I first heard of it from a friend that said the 22 CM came in the top 3 in a first-round hit capability study he had read.

A Deep Dive into the Hunter NRL: Lessons Learned and Essential Gear

Introduction to the Hunter NRL I recently had the privilege of shooting the GUNWERKS Hunter NRL match in Cody, Wyoming with none other than Bennie Cooley, a top-tier multi-division champion shooter who trains tier-one guys in his spare time. Bennie won the Hunter NRL Factory Division Series last year and is a contender to win [...]