Firearms (30)

Shotgun Know-How: Using The Sights On Shotgun Firearms

Whether you're a wing shooter or whitetail hunter, mastering your shotgun's sights is critical to a successful and safe hunt. From the time-tested traditional bead sights to today's advanced electronic optics, knowing the pros and cons of each sighting system can dramatically improve your effectiveness in…

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Should You Use a Bolt-Action Shotgun to Hunt?

From the 16th-century single-shot black powder "fowling pieces" to today's magazine-fed rapid-fire shotguns, the scattergun remains a favorite among experienced and novice hunters alike. While most hunters are familiar with the pump-action and semi-automatic shotguns, the bolt action shotgun seems like an iconic throwback to a long-forgotten…

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…

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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…