(Safely) grab a gun, any gun. Somewhere on that gun is a stamping for its cartridge or gauge (more on the differences later). This stamping designates what ammunition that gun is meant to shoot. This stamping is arguably the most important and defining characteristic of…
For anyone passionate about shotgun hunting, figuring out the concept of a shotstring is part of the learning process. Knowing how it works improves your shooting accuracy and makes it easier to hunt a wide variety of game with a shotgun. Today we answer the question,…
As a hunter, your firearm and the ammunition you choose are critically important tools for success in the field. However, like any mechanical device, they can fail. One of the more hazardous weapon and cartridge malfunctions is a hang fire. Let's look at what causes hang fires,…
Learning different field rifle and shotgun carry methods is critical to a safe and successful hunt. There are plenty of ways to carry your firearm (correctly) in the field, as well as many ways to carry it incorrectly (and dangerously). Today, we focus on one…
To be a safe and effective hunter, you must match the correct caliber of bullets used in your firearm to the firearm itself. Using the wrong caliber of ammunition in your firearm can lead to a severe accident. Plus, you probably won't be able to…
