Getting started hunting is an incredibly steep learning curve, especially for the adult-onset hunter. My family did not have any serious hunters growing up, and learning how to hunt without a mentor was daunting. However, living in the digital age there are more online resources than ever to help the new hunter improve on their […]
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Dedicated disciples of hunting cartridges defend their chambering of choice in hunting camp each year. However, many experienced sportsman will tell you that the bullet matters more than the cartridge. In actuality, the best results come from pairing a particular bullet with a cartridge well suited to maximize its strengths and minimize its downfalls. Both […]
With the prevalence and affordability of laser rangefinders people are shooting farther than ever before. The ability to range precisely eliminates a lot of the guesswork in longer shots. In order to leverage this information, exposed turret scopes are becoming more popular on hunting rifles. The Vortex Diamondback Tactical is a tactical-style optic for a […]
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Fundamentals of Marksmanship
The number of shooting sports and applications is absolutely dizzying. At first glance an IPSC champion has very little in common with a big game hunter. However, at its most fundamental core all shooters want one thing: to hit their target. The four fundamentals of marksmanship transcend shooting disciplines and apply in one facet or […]
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Why The 308 Winchester Sucks
Every year when ammunition manufacturers publish the list of the best selling cartridges the top slots are no surprise. Number one, likely driven in part by the sport shooting crowd, is the 223 Remington. Number two, almost without fail, is the 308 Winchester. It is true that the 308 Winchester is extremely popular. But the […]
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Husqvarna 1640 – Timeless Quality
In a world of space age polymers, carbon fiber, and CNC mills everything is getting lighter and more efficient. As much as we can all appreciate these new materials, sometimes older tools just have more soul. There is and will always be a certain panache to blued steel and hardwood. In fact, many consider the […]
The Mauser 98 is a classic design that many consider the premier action for a dangerous game rifle. The large extractor and mechanical ejector combine to make an outstandingly rugged and reliable firearm. Since it’s inception in 1898 there have been a myriad of variations upon Mausers designs. One of the better versions came out […]
So you have decided to start reloading for your hunting rifle. What do you actually need to do it? Reloading is an equipment intensive hobby. There is a limitless number of gadgets and doo-hickies for each process. When I started reloading, it was hard to figure out what you actually need and what was extraneous. […]
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Best Cartridges for Black Bears
Last week we talked about some of the tactics that can be used spot and stalk hunting bears in the spring. Using your tactics and hunting skills are the most important part of a successful hunt. That said, it would be remiss not to give some thought to selecting the right cartridge for the task. […]
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Spot and Stalk Spring Bear Hunting
Spring is an exciting time. The snow finally melts, making access easier for much of the backcountry. For hunters, spring also means the first big game hunt of the year. Many provinces and states have a spring black bear season starting somewhere around April and running through to June. In my home of British Columbia, […]