American Hunter

American Hunter reaches out to all sportsmen and women, bringing information about the newest hunting guns, optics and accessories, as well as providing techniques and tips for all kinds of game.

Hardware Review: Smith & Wesson 1854 Stealth Hunter

A modern cowboy ought to have a modern lever-action rifle. That’s one reason Senior Executive Editor Jon Draper was so excited to get his hands on the latest lever gun from Smith and Wesson, the 1854 Stealth Hunter. Read on for his thorough review.

Spartan Precision Javelin Gear: Light, Rigid, Dependable Aiming Aids

Spartan’s extensive lineup is a game-changer, allowing for the quick adaptation from regular rifle to bipod or tripod very quickly, giving the user the steadiness required to precisely place a shot.

#SundayGunday: Moultrie Edge 3 Cellular Trail Camera

On this week's #SundayGunday, Editor in Chief Scott Olmsted chats with Moultrie's Mark Olis about the company's new Edge 3 trail camera.

Hardware Review: TriStar Raptor II

There are few more utilitarian tools than a good, affordable shotgun. TriStar Arms is one of the leaders in producing firearms that fit into this category, and for 2025 the company released an update to its acclaimed Raptor semi-auto.

Review: Bansner & Company Custom Rifle Stocks

A simple modification can make a world of difference. Whether you want the full treatment for your rifle, or just a stock to give an old friend a facelift, Bansner and Company has something to fit the bill.

Hardware Review: Leupold VX-6HD Gen 2

This year Leupold introduced the VX-6HD Gen 2 series of scopes. Read our Hardware review of it here.

#SundayGunday: Burris Signature HD 15x56mm Binocular

This week on #SundayGunday, we’re taking a break from things that go bang and setting our sights on a key piece of gear for spotting your quarry, the Burris Signature HD 15x56mm Binocular.

#SundayGunday: Federal Freight Train Copper Sabot Slugs

On this week's #SundayGunday, we fire Federal’s Freight Train, the Freight Train Copper Sabot slug made for deer hunting. First introduced in January 2024, Federal Premium’s Freight Train Copper Sabot load is an exceptional ballistic improvement to old-school slug loads.

#SundayGunday: Winchester Repeating Arms Xpert Suppressor Ready

Looking for a smooth shooting little rimfire to take on squirrel and other varmint? Want it chambered in a highly-accurate rimfire round, updated for the 21st Century? Welcome to this week’s #SundayGunday, where we’re checking out the Xpert, from Winchester Repeating Arms, chambered in .21 Sharp.

#SundayGunday: Savage Arms 110 Trail Hunter

This week on #SundayGunday, we’re taking a closer look at a relatively new firearm from the Savage 110 family that was built to battle the elements, no matter the conditions: the 110 Trail Hunter.

#SundayGunday: Rossi USA RM64

On this week's #SundayGunday, we’re checking out the RM64 revolver from Rossi USA. Chambered in hard hitting .357 Magnum, this is the perfect backcountry defense gun for hunters in bear country, and could even serve as a primary for handgun hunters in the thick eastern deerwoods.

Review: Leupold VX-5HD Gen 2

Check out Associate Editor David Herman's range review of Leupold's Second Generation VX-5HD riflescope.

Hardware Review: Hill Country Rifles Custom Safari Rifle

Jon Draper recently had the pleasure of testing a beautiful custom rifle built to take on the biggest, meanest and nastiest critters from the plains of Africa to the big forests of the North—the Custom Safari Rifle from Hill Country Rifles. Built with reliability at the forefront, this rifle is one you can trust to go bang when you need it to.

#SundayGunday: Heritage 92 Ranch Hand

This week on #SundayGunday, we’re taking a look at the 92 Ranch Hand from Heritage Manufacturing. A nifty mare’s leg, the Model 92 Ranch Hand sports a 12-inch barrel and a hefty enough chambering to take down hogs or deer. For more on this fun little lever action, check out this exclusive video.

#SundayGunday: Colt King Cobra Target .22 LR 4.25-Inch

This week on #SundayGunday, we handle the super-popular Colt King Cobra Target 22, a fabulous full-size rimfire revolver chambered in .22 Long Rifle that is perfect for quite a few roles in the life of an outdoorsman.

Tested: Work Sharp Professional Precision Adjust Elite Knife Sharpener

Digital Associate Editor walks viewers through the features of the Work Sharp Professional Precision Adjust Elite Knife Sharpener, the perfect tool for a hunter looking to keep all his knives factory sharp season after season.

Coyotes to Competitions: An AR-Build for Accuracy

ARs make great coyote guns. But what would the absolute best coyote rifle look like? Digital Associate Editor David Herman builds his take on the best AR for shooters who like to plug coyotes in the winter, and ring steel all summer long.

Pennsylvania Governor Signs Sunday Hunting Bill

Legislation that will fully repeal Pennsylvania’s Sunday hunting ban was signed into law on July 9.

Hardware Review: Henry Lever Action Supreme Rifle

Check out Frank Melloni's Hardware review of the Henry Lever Action Supreme.

A Shotgun for All Seasons: Savage Renegauge in Argentina

If you want to test a shotgun’s reliability and recoil control, you take it on a high-volume hunt. If you want that trial to more resemble torture than test, you make that a high-volume Argentina dove hunt. Read on to find out how the Savage Renegauge performed.

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