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Savage Axis – Cheap and Precise

Savage is a gunmaker that has been on the scene for years. Throughout its history it has had several industry changing innovations. Their Savage 99 was an excellent magazine fed lever action far ahead of its time. They also were the first to push a factory cartridge past 3000fps with their 250-3000. However, most recently […]

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Rifles

Bergara B14 Hunter – A Sequel Better than the Original

When one thinks of places known for producing great rifles, many countries spring to mind. The Finns, Swedish, English, and of course Americans have long histories of producing quality small arms. One name that doesn’t often come up however Spain. However, Bergara is looking to change that with their B14 line of rifles. History Since […]

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Philosophy

The Best Rifle Action

Most sportsman know that taking a 22LR moose hunting is a bad idea. While the debates and understanding around various cartridges are endless, there is much less discussion around rifle action types. Many people are ignorant to the positives and negatives of different action types for different applications. This can lead them to pick a […]

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Savage Mark II – A Canadian Made Classic

There is something about a bolt action that encourages taking careful aim for each shot. For that very reason new shooters often get their best marksman ship practice with bolt action 22’s. For more experienced shooters this same practice can help avoid developing the flinch that can come with the big magnums. At the forefront […]

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Rifles

Tikka T3X Lite – Sako on a Budget

For years Finland has carried a strong reputation as a country of rifleman. When many hunters and shooters think of Finnish rifles it brings to mind Sako with premium rifles and premium price tags. However, Tikka has been quietly manufacturing quality hunting rifles at prices most avid sportsman can afford. Read on to get a […]

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Rifles

Ruger American – Stick to the Basics

Over the last decade the Ruger American has taken the budget hunting rifle market by storm. An affordable hunting rifle that shoots minute of angle out of the box may sound to good to be true. Let’s find out if the Ruger American lives up to it’s reputation. History Ruger released the American rifle in […]