.22 rifles that punch above their size
.22 rifles are easy to overlook, but some of them outperform what most folks expect. Whether you’re hunting small…
The first rifles experienced hunters always recommend
Ask any hunter who’s been in the game for decades, and they’ll have a go-to recommendation for new shooters….
8 things experienced hunters always check before dawn
Getting out before sunrise means you’ve got a short window to make sure everything is squared away. Experienced hunters…
Rifles that handle fast shots better than semis
A lot of hunters assume semi-autos always win when you need to make fast follow-ups, but that’s not the…
Bolt-action rifles that punch above their price point
A good bolt-action rifle doesn’t have to drain your wallet to deliver dependable accuracy and rugged reliability. Some rifles…
Pistols that shoot cleaner after a few hundred rounds
Most folks assume a pistol’s peak performance happens right out of the box. But some models actually tighten up…
American knife brands you can still count on when it gets ugly
When things get rough—whether it’s a busted water line, a gut pile at dusk, or a storm cutting you…
Why I’d rather carry one good American knife than three cheap imports
There’s a reason the same knife keeps ending up in my pocket, while the cheap ones stay in a…
10 American-made knives that still earn their keep in the field
Some knives look good in a glass case. These aren’t those. These are the blades that still pull weight…
Shotguns that handle slugs better than advertised
Slugs beat up shotguns and shooters alike. Not every smoothbore or combo gun handles them well, especially the cheap…