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If ever a handgun cartridge deserved the title “magnum”, the .460 Smith & Wesson Magnum is it. In the cartridge world, magnum is defined as a cartridge which provides a performance level exceeding the norm, and that is a perfect way to describe S&W’s big .460: it is at the top of the heap in the .45-caliber handgun cartridge family.
Savage 99 represents a full circle of rifle design. Join Andi Bogard on a whimsical exploration of both the technical brilliance and timeless effectiveness of this iconic design.
On this week's #SundayGunday, we’re checking out a brilliant little takedown rimfire lever action from Savage Arms. This is the Revel DLX. An excellent fusion between classic lines and modern features, the gun is built around a satin-finished Walnut stock, boasting stippling for grip and comfort. Learn more about it in this exclusive video.
Thanks to Midwest Industries new Revolver Brace, you can easily mount a stabilizing brace to your favorite hunting revolvers. Check out B. Gil Horman's review of this game-changing product.
Curious about one of the original wonder cartridges? A cartridge that literally broke the 6000 fps mark with specialized, lightweight options? Follow along with Phil Massaro as he dives into the .30-378 Weatherby Magnum.
On this week's #SundayGunday, we have an AR-platform from one of the finest gunmakers in the world, perfect for hog hunters and home defenders alike. The FN 15 Guardian applies Fabrique Nationale's proven quality to an AR, yielding a gun that runs well through all conditions. A 16-inch 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel barrel, qualifies the gun as a carbine, perfect for handling through the woods or in a ground blind. Learn more about it in this exclusive video.
TriStar is noted for shotguns, but Bryce Towsley recently received a test gun from them that’s much different. Check out his review on the TriStar KR.22.
Phil Massaro discusses what might make someone opt for a heavy-for-caliber choice when taking on game.
This 18.5-inch barrel pump action from Rock Island armory folds in half for easier storage and transport. Check out B. Gil Horman's review of the PK-12 Pak-Out here.
On this week's #SundayGunday, we check out the T/C Encore ProHunter. It is a stainless steel, break-action, interchangeable barrel, single-shot rifle, that can be fitted with any number of barrels, from centerfire to muzzleloader. On the centerfires, it has a 26-inch heavy fluted barrel with a muzzle threaded to add a brake or silencer. Learn more about it in this exclusive video.
Check out Frank Melloni's Hardware review of this dedicated hunting handgun from Taurus.
Contributor Phil Massaro reviews the Leupold BX-3 Alpine HD 12x50 binocular, which offers a stellar image at an attractive price.
On this week's #SundayGunday, we’re checking out a true stalwart of the firearm world, the Benelli M4. Long held in high regard by concerned citizens looking for a pedigreed self-defense shotgun, quite a few have been plugged to reduce capacity, and used in the turkey woods over the years, as a true multi-purpose scattergun. Why? Well, as it turns out, there is very little that separates a good defensive shotgun from a good turkey gun. Learn more about it in this exclusive video.
Check out Shooting Editor Christopher Olsen's review of the EAA Balikli Blue Label O/U.
Fans of hard-hitting hunting bullets rejoice! North Fork bullets is back in action and better than ever. Phil Massaro breaks down the latest from this storied company.
Last year we posed the question, "Is the 10mm Auto PCC the next great outdoor carbine?" while taking a look at a few of the models currently in production. Since then, the selection has continued to grow. Are the PCCs chambered for 10mm Auto the most powerful options out there? The answer is yes, and no. It's a matter of context. Let's take a look at what these carbines have to offer compared to those chambered in other handgun calibers.
There’s no denying lever-action rifles have a hold on American shooters. They have a storied history with a modern application, and simply put, they’re just cool. On this episode of American Hunter’s #SundayGunday, we’re taking a closer look at a lever-action rifle that adds a big-bore .500 Smith and Wesson chambering to that appeal, as well as the ability to be taken down into two parts for easy transport: The Model 89 500 S&W Take Down from Big Horn Armory.
A .375 H&H Magnum for less than $1,000 is a win for hunters on any continent, especially when it comes packed with features and has the sub-MOA accuracy potential of the American-made Evoke from Christensen Arms.
Norma’s ballistician Nils Kvale saw the wisdom of having the velocity and horsepower of the .300 H&H Magnum, but in a shorter, more affordable receiver, and used the H&H case to develop his .358 Norma Magnum in 1959 as well as the .308 Norma Magnum one year later. The .308 Norma Magnum closely resembles the wildcat .30-338 cartridge, though the shoulder of the former is located a bit more toward the base than that of the .308 Norma Magnum. Intrigued? Read on about this often unfairly overlooked hunting classic.
Dennis Bradley explores the potential benefits of going with a wildcat cartridge, using the .375 Raptor as a case study.
