Firearms (25)

Close-up of a hunter holding a shotgun against his chest, what might cause a firearm to explode concept.

Shotgun Know-How: What Might Cause a Shotgun to Explode?

Understanding the potential dangers of improper shotgun use is crucial for every hunter. Safety isn't just about avoiding accidents – it's about respecting the power of your firearm and ensuring that every shot is taken with the utmost care. So, what are the dangers of…

A revolver laying on a table and holster next to ammunition, understanding gun calibers concept.

Why Hunters Need to Understand Gun Calibers

Understanding gun calibers is an aspect of hunting that directly impacts a hunter's ability, safety, and ethical behavior. In other words, it's foundational to success. Below, you'll learn why hunters need a deep understanding of calibers, why they matter, and how this knowledge can improve your hunting…

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Hitting Your Target: What is the Sight Picture?

Accuracy is everything in hunting. The difference between a clean, ethical kill and a wounded animal often comes down to the sight picture. Part of shooting accurately is understanding different aspects of the shooting process and connecting your shooting action to your firearm. One important…

Close-up of a hunter loading a shell into a shotgun, parts of a shotgun concept.

Shotgun Know-How: The Parts of a Shotgun

When hunting, the shotgun should be an extension of your body for the best potential of being an accurate shooter. Understanding your shotgun and how it works can help make lifting and shooting at your intended target a more seamless action. Whether pursuing small game, upland…

A hunter wears blaze orange and carries a rifle while walking through a field, TABK concept.

TABK: The Trick to Remembering Firearm Safety Rules

It doesn't matter how long you've been hunting – complacency can cause accidents. That's why firearm safety rules apply to every hunter, young and old. One of the easiest ways to remember these rules is the TABK method. So, what is it? Let's look and…