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Best Broadheads for Whitetail Deer: Bowhunter Picks for Fixed-Blade, Mechanical, and Crossbow Bolts
One of the most commonly debated topics revolves around the best types of broadheads to use for America’s favorite big game animal, the whitetail deer. You’ll hear people talk about the penetrating power of fixed blades, but then you’ll immediately hear a rebuttal about their inconsistent accuracy. Some will tell you that mechanicals are the […]
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Winchester’s Haunted House
Said to be haunted by the ghosts of those killed with Winchester rifles, the home is an interesting site even without the superstitions.
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What Made .45 Long Colt a Timeless Cartridge
When people talk about the Colt .45, whether they know it or not, they’re referring to a specific gun and a cartridge. In addition to the original Colt Peacemaker, it references the .45 Long Colt cartridge, also called the .45 Colt or .45 LC. It’s a rimmed straight-walled handgun cartridge introduced in 1872. However, it […]
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How to Decide Between a .30-06 and .308
It’s safe to say the .308 Winchester and .30-06 Springfield rifle are two American legends at this point. Both have a storied service history with the U.S. Army and other military branches. Today, both still see some action on the battlefield in conflicts around the world. However, they’re probably better known for being two of […]
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How To Fight Rifle Recoil While Deer Hunting
Folks preparing for their first deer season in the woods have some choices to make, beginning with a rifle and chambering. A lot of hunters don’t give too much thought to deer hunting rifle recoil. After all, in the field, they usually take one shot at a time, or the most, three. You can tolerate […]
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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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