Firearms (24)

A hunter aims a hunting rifle, improving shooting for accuracy concept.

How (and Why) to Improve Your Shooting for Accuracy

Shooting for accuracy, often under pressure and in less-than-ideal conditions, is a hunter's ultimate moment of truth. By the time you're ready to pull the trigger, you've already invested countless hours and dollars preparing for this hunt. When you get that split second to put…

Two hunters in camo hold shotguns, when to use improved cylinder choke concept.

What Are Improved Cylinder Chokes (and How to Use One)

Investing your time in mastering shotgun fundamentals is essential to being an accurate, safe, and ethical hunter. Aside from gun handling and marksmanship, having a deeper understanding of the various modifications you can make to your shotgun is critical for success in the field. That's where knowledge…

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What's the Difference? Centerfire vs Rimfire Ammunition

Stepping into the world of firearms can be a bit intimidating at first, especially when trying to understand the basic concepts and how they apply to an ethical and safe hunting experience. One of the fundamentals you'll need to know is which cartridges to use, and…

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What Are the Two Basic Styles of Firearm Actions?

There's a reason many hunters are students of firearms. They are more than tools. They can be fascinating objects of engineering that have evolved over the past eight centuries. So, what are the two basic styles of firearm actions that form the foundation of today's…

A close-up of a choke for shotguns.

Shotgun Know-How: How to Use Chokes for Shotgun Hunts

As a hunter, knowing the nuances of your equipment is essential. One often overlooked component in shotgun hunting is the choke. While understanding the function of a shotgun choke is relatively straightforward, knowing when to use one and how to match it to your type of hunting…