A reader recently asked if I think “it is possible to improve the 30-06, you know bring it into the modern day.” Great question, and it’s already been answered. Multiple times. In many ways. Alterations to 30-06 case make it faster, more powerful Alterations to bullet … [Read more...] about Antiquated 30-06 Springfield Improved!
SHOT Show Gear 2019
From new camouflage patterns to laser range-finding rifle scopes that illuminate the precise aiming point for any distance, all things hunting and shooting were being hawked last week at the annual Vegas bazaar known as the SHOT Show. “Hurry, hurry! Step right up! Get the world’s … [Read more...] about SHOT Show Gear 2019
Tahr-iffic Spring Break New Zealand Hunt!
A New Zealand hunt for Himalayan tahr, red stags, and chamois is the perfect spring break because March is early autumn in the southern hemisphere. Mountain tahr are easily accessible in snow-free zones. Red stags are roaring, and the weather is usually glorious. Why a New … [Read more...] about Tahr-iffic Spring Break New Zealand Hunt!
Best Coyote Cartridge Revealed
My old buddy Richard Mann recently wrote an article profiling “10 Great Coyote Cartridges.” He should have just cut to the chase and picked the best coyote cartridge of all time — the 22-250 Ackley Improved. 22-250 Ackley Improved has an ideal balance between recoil, MV, … [Read more...] about Best Coyote Cartridge Revealed
Optimum Game Weight Formula 308 Winchester
Does the Optimum Game Weight formula favor the 308 Winchester over the 7mm-08 Remington? Does the Optimum Game Weight formula actually work for determining a suitable hunting cartridge? A reader, Bruce, recently asked what I thought about this. Bruce was, wisely, comparing … [Read more...] about Optimum Game Weight Formula 308 Winchester
Too Few Guns?
Too few guns. Could that be possible? I don’t know. I’m just thinking out loud here (Can you hear me now?) I’m wondering if our firearms manufacturers are giving us enough choices. Do we Americans suffer from too few options in firearms? Not Too Few Guns, But Too Many … [Read more...] about Too Few Guns?
375 H&H Magnum Overrated?
If you want to start a fire storm, announce that the venerable 375 H&H Magnum is overrated. Okay, I will. The overrated 375 H&H Magnum is just that: overrated. Maybe. Here are possible reasons why: Too many game animals have escaped after solid hits. … [Read more...] about 375 H&H Magnum Overrated?
Outdoor Christmas Gear That Works!
Forgive me. It seems every blog and website in the known universe is bombarding you with “buy this for Christmas,” and here I come pushing outdoor Christmas gear that works. But this is functional gear I’ve actually used and love and I’m not selling it. I might get a small kick … [Read more...] about Outdoor Christmas Gear That Works!
