There are two basic styles of firearm actions: manual and semi-automatic. Note: most state hunter education courses (including Hunter-Ed) teach this same distinction using different terms, i.e., single-shot (one round, manual reload each time) versus repeating (multiple rounds cycled without full reloading). Both frameworks describe…
The trail carry is a one-handed method for carrying a rifle or shotgun. You'll hold the firearm at your side with the muzzle pointed down and slightly forward. Most hunters grip the weapon just forward of the action (its natural balance point), though this can…
An improved cylinder choke is a shotgun choke that provides minimal constriction. This allows the shot pattern to spread more quickly. This choke is commonly used for close-range shooting situations such as upland bird hunting or small game, when hunters need a wider spread to…
The main types of shotgun sights include bead sights, fiber optic sights, ghost ring sights, open iron sights, and red dot optics. Bead sights are used for quick target acquisition on moving game, while ghost ring and red dot sights provide more precision for stationary…
TABK is an acronym that summarizes four essential firearm safety rules: treat every gun as loaded, aim only at what you intend to shoot, keep your finger off the trigger until you’re ready to fire, and know your target along with what lies beyond it.
