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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. 

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

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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 [...]

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

22 Creedmoor: A Former Wildcat That Keeps Getting Better

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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

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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 [...]

A happy hunter poses with her trophy bull elk and gun.

Fireside Stories: How I Killed My Smallest Bull Elk on The Best Tag I’ve Ever Had – Part 2 of 3

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As we crested the barren ridge we were on, Don spotted a bull on the horizon in front of our little possie. I was one of the first with a gun out after a glance with the binoculars showed that the elk was a branch-antlered bull.

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 [...]

A 7-point bull elk stands on a hillside of snow.

Fireside Stories: How I Shot My Smallest Bull Elk on The Best Tag I’ve Ever Had – Part 1 of 3

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This is the story of how I killed my smallest bull elk to date even though I was given the best unit in my area to find an old patriarch.

Fifty One - Fifty….

Fifty One, Fifty….Hunting Handguns!

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The 50’s as they are termed, are two different animals of the same family. The original Fifty of modern times the 50BMG, uses bullets of .510 diameter.  This is where some of the confusion begins.

Man and boy holding three large trout by the mouths.

Simple Gourmet: Canning Smoked Trout

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When you bring home a bunch of fish, canning smoked trout is a great storage option.