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450 Bushmaster vs 45-70 Government: The Key Differences
Many hunters love raw power in their firearms and there’s no question the iconic .45-70 Government and the slightly newer 450 Bushmaster deliver that in spades. Both straight-walled cartridges have been around for a while. In the case of .45-70, it’s been around since 1873, when it was first used by the U.S. Army. The […]
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8 Deer Hunting Rifles for Every Type of Hunter
Deer season is finally here, so we’re naturally starting to gear up for the most anticipated months of the year. No piece of hunting gear is as vital to your success as a reliable firearm. It won’t be long before deer hunters are headed afield, rifles in hand in pursuit of whitetails and mule deer. […]
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350 Legend Ammo: Specs and Top Picks for Hunting in 2022
The tradition of hunting deer in many Midwestern states with shotguns and muzzleloaders is slowly dying. As more states loosen their regulations, centerfire straight-walled cartridges for rifles are taking over as the firearms of choice, namely for deer hunting enthusiasts. Finally, hunters in places like Iowa, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and more can comfortably reach out […]
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8 Most Versatile Hunting Shotguns in 2022
As hunters, we want to ensure we have the best equipment possible. We invest so much into our gear. It’s nice knowing we can get the best return out of them. However, it surprises people that all hunting shotguns are not created equal, and some serve specific purposes. For example, the gun that I use […]
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The 8 Most Versatile Hunting Shotguns of 2022
As hunters, we want to ensure we have the best equipment possible. We invest so much into our gear. It’s nice knowing we can get the best return out of them. However, it surprises people that all hunting shotguns are not created equal, and some serve specific purposes. For example, the gun that I use […]
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Why the .243 is the Best Deer Caliber of All Time
As hunting season approaches, we look toward our gun cabinets and wonder if we’re using the best deer rifle. All the old favorites are usually there, like the classic Weatherby, Remington, and Ruger rifles. We go back and forth on what’s better between a .270 Winchester, a .308 Winchester, and a .30-06 Springfield. However, one […]
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Why the .243 Winchester is the Best Deer Caliber of All Time
As hunting season approaches, we look toward our gun cabinets and wonder if we’re using the best deer rifle. All the old favorites are usually there, like the classic Weatherby, Remington, and Ruger rifles. We go back and forth on what’s better between a .270 Winchester, a .308 Winchester, and a .30-06 Springfield. However, one […]
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Top 5 Youth Hunting Rifles for Deer Hunting
Hunting is a tradition sewn deep into America’s fabric for countless reasons, but one could make the argument that its pass-it-down rituals are the oxygen on which it survives. A father and son–and an increasing, exciting number of mothers and daughters nowadays–taking to the deer woods for the first time is akin to a kid […]
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4 Great Deer Rifles for $500 or Less
No hunter wants to take a subpar rifle into the field, but at the same time, not everyone can afford a $2,000 Weatherby. While finding a quality deer rifle on a tight budget can be a challenge, a little research shows there are great options out there for the everyone from the beginner to the […]
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7 Biggest Ammunition Companies in the World
Hunting is widely regarded as America’s oldest tradition, but you can be sure a major factor contributing to its longevity is the consistency of the business that drives it. Firearms have played a role in hunting practices since the 16th century, but would’ve been useless without reliable ammunition. Many of the firearms and ammo brands […]
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