From the Archives: The Legacy of Cartridge Design A Highly effective Starting The story of the .416 caliber begins with the .416 Rigby, a cartridge that emerged throughout the golden age of massive sport looking. John Rigby & Firm, a revered British gunmaker, crafted this cartridge to offer hunters with a spherical able to taking … Read more
Understanding the Mechanics of the Bolt-Motion The Bolt-Motion System Defined The center of the Mossberg 100 ATR 270 is its bolt-action system. This mechanical marvel is famend for its inherent accuracy and reliability. The bolt, a stable piece of metal, homes the firing pin and extractor. To function, the shooter pulls the bolt again, extracting … Read more
Defining the Brush Gun: Beyond the Long-Range Ideal The heart of the wilderness beats with a primal rhythm, a symphony of rustling leaves, snapping twigs, and the ever-present whisper of the wind. For those who venture into its depths, the dense embrace of the brush presents a unique challenge. Visibility shrinks, shots become fleeting, and … Read more
A Legacy Forged in Steel and Wood The crack of the shot echoes through the timber, the scent of gunpowder hangs in the crisp air, and a magnificent buck tumbles. For generations of American hunters, this scene has been made possible by a rifle that represents the spirit of the hunt: the Marlin 30-06 Lever … Read more
Unveiling the Legacy of the .308 Winchester The crisp morning air bites at your exposed skin as you scan the timberline. A flash of brown amidst the autumn foliage quickens your pulse. This is the moment, the culmination of weeks of scouting and preparation. You raise your rifle, shoulder it smoothly, and align the crosshairs … Read more
A Look Back at Origins and Design The 450 Bushmaster Understanding the history and design principles behind each cartridge is crucial for appreciating their unique characteristics. The 450 Bushmaster’s story began with the vision of a straight-walled cartridge designed specifically for modern sporting rifles, particularly those based on the AR-15 platform. Hornady, working alongside Bushmaster … Read more
The Allure of the .308 Winchester Cartridge The vast wilderness, a canvas painted with the hues of dawn and twilight, has always beckoned those seeking the thrill of the hunt. For generations, hunters have relied on various tools to pursue their quarry, and among these, the rifle stands as an emblem of precision and power. … Read more
A Look Back in Time Remington’s Legacy The satisfying *thwack* of a cartridge being chambered. The rapid succession of shots echoing through the forest. Semi-automatic rifles have captivated hunters and shooting enthusiasts for generations, offering a blend of power, convenience, and speed that other firearm designs struggle to match. And when it comes to the … Read more
A History of Lever-Action Innovation The crisp autumn air, thick with the scent of pine and damp earth, hummed with anticipation. Sunlight, filtered through a canopy of turning leaves, dappled the forest floor as I eased through the underbrush, my 338 Marlin Express rifle shouldered and ready. The hunt for a mature whitetail buck was … Read more
The Origins and Evolution of a Modern Powerhouse Introduction The .270 Winchester Short Magnum, or .270 WSM, is a cartridge that has captured the attention of hunters and shooters alike. Promising increased power and flatter trajectories in a shorter, more efficient package, the .270 WSM offers a compelling proposition to those seeking peak performance. This … Read more
