Gun Reviews, Tips And Accessories
6.5 Creedmoor Ammo, The 12 Best Long Range Hunting Options
For hunters looking to reach out and bag big bucks at long range, the 6.5 Creedmoor has almost become a staple. Love it or hate it, it’s hard to deny the Creedmoor as one of the most popular centerfire rifle rounds of the last 20 years. We’ve already talked extensively about the ballistics of the […]
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How the Biggest American Gunmakers Made It
When you look at it, you’ll find that many of the most famous firearms companies are foreign brands and make their guns overseas. But we know plenty of great American gun companies, many of which have been around for generations. While most gunmakers now have factories in the United States, some gun owners are likely […]
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Black Powder 101: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started
Almost every state has a muzzleloader-only season these days, and more hunters than ever are picking up a blackpowder smoke pole in hopes of extending their season. For those who just can’t get into archery season, muzzleloader is probably the second-best thing. The seasons are usually generous, and many deer have slipped back into their […]
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5 Solid Rifles for the (Overlooked) 25-06 Remington
Shooters today have more options than ever regarding rifle cartridges for hunting medium-sized big game like whitetails, mule deer, pronghorn antelope, and creatures like woodchucks, prairie dogs, and coyotes. Unfortunately, quality rounds like the 260 Remington, 7mm Remington Magnum, and others get overlooked for the big, buzz-worthy rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor. Yet another example […]
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Save Up for These 5 Expensive (But Awesome) Rifle Scopes
The adage went like this: you should spend at least twice what the rifle costs you on the rifle scope to create a quality long-range rifle setup. In other words, expensive rifle scopes weren’t top of mind. In the past 20 years, things have changed dramatically regarding long-range shooting, rifles, and high-quality rifle optics. Today’s […]
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5 of the Best Options for a Good Hog Hunting Gun
Feral hog populations continue to explode across the United States, especially in states like Texas and Florida. Just a single large sounder can destroy a lawn or completely wipe out a farmer’s crops in a single night. As a result, more hog hunters than ever are looking to purchase a firearm that they can dedicate […]
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Henry Announces Limited-Edition Silver Anniversary Rifles
Henry Repeating Arms has been rather busy this year celebrating its 25th anniversary. First, the lever-action rifle manufacturer announced limited edition rifles in .22 long rifles and .44-40 WCF, two classic rounds. Those rifles were limited to runs of 5,000 and 2,500 rifles, respectively. Henry has just announced an even more limited Golden Boy “Silver […]
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Stories Told By Doug Turnbull’s 1886
SPONSORED CONTENT: A recent Turnbull Restoration calendar featured a spread of Turnbull’s personal Winchester 1886 from 1888, which he restored and converted to .475 Turnbull in 2007. The spread focuses on all of the “imperfections” his rifle has collected over the years on various hunting trips. 1.“Marking the Occasion: When you fall backwards on…
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4 Best Guns for Killing Snakes in the Field
When you have to shoot a potentially venomous snake in the field, you need a gun that handles quickly, is reliable, and is light enough to carry all day. You also want one that will give you a decent margin of error when aiming at a target as tiny as a snake’s head. Many folks […]
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Gear Review: Wiley X Saber Shooting Glasses Are Extremely Versatile
Editor’s Note: Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. We’re kind of sticklers when it comes to shooting safety around these parts. We’ve don’t like to use subpar equipment when it comes to hearing and eye protection. […]
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