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SKS -That Ex You Keep on Speed Dial

The SKS is a fixture of the Canadian firearms market as well as a popular rifle worldwide. This may be surprising as most of us don’t immediately think of 1940’s military rifles as a mainstream part of the firearms world. Today we look at why the SKS enjoys popularity well beyond other rifles of the […]

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Marlin 795 – Blue Collar Excellence

A ton of hunters cut their teeth hunting cans, rabbits, and squirrels with a 22LR. The low recoil, mild muzzle blast, and cheap ammunition mdee the semi-automatic 22LR a fixture of many of our childhoods. For over 50 years Marlin has been the manufacturered a family of autoloader 22’s for over 60 years. The modern […]

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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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Kodiak WK-180C – Great Plan, Poor Execution

Changes in Canadian firearms laws have not been kind to licensed Canadian gun owners. However, they have promoted innovation in the market in order to comply with increasingly obscure laws. The Kodiak WK-180C is one such “new” design. Today we look at whether the Kodiak WK-180C is worth the price of admission. History In 2017 […]

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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 […]

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Winchester Model 94 – Get it Right the First Time

At one point or another most seasoned hunters have taken to the field with a Winchester Model 94, likely chambered in 30-30 or 32 Special. For many it is a family heirloom and a reliable companion. However, round-nose bullets and manual actions have not been cutting edge for nearly a century. How has this legendary […]