American Hunter | An Official Journal Of The NRA
WEBThis week on #SundayGunday, were checking out a unique offering from Mossberg—an over/under 28-gauge turkey gun, in the form of the Silver Reserve Eventide Turkey. SUBSCRIBE (IT'S FREE!) Firearm and ammunition reviews, archery coverage and features stories from the staff of American Hunter, an Official Journal of …
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WEBThe U.S. Geological Survey National Wildlife Health Center (NWHC) released its latest chronic wasting disease (CWD) map last month. It noted that currently, “Chronic wasting disease has been detected in free-ranging cervids in 35 U.S. states and four Canadian provinces and in captive cervid facilities in 19 states and three provinces.”.
An Official Journal Of The NRA | .30-06 Springfield: Is it Still the ...
WEBJan 11, 2021 · For over a century, the .30-06 Springfield has reigned supreme as America’s number one all-around big game hunting cartridge. For sheer ability, versatility and availability, and from the eastern whitetail woods to the western canyons and crags that elk call home, the ‘Ought-six has been the most popular hunting cartridge in existence.
How to Zero Your Rifle for Maximum Point-Blank Range
WEBJul 16, 2020 · Next, from a solid shooting rest, zero your rifle to strike 3 inches high at 100 yards. Then fire two or three shots on paper at both 150 yards and 180 yards. That’s the peak trajectory distance (maximum ordinate) for most cartridges. If those land more than 4 inches high, re-zero 23/4 inches high at 100 yards and try again.
When and What Deer Scent to Use - American Hunter
WEBAug 24, 2011 · Tarsal Gland— Fuel both a big boy’s rage and sexual drive by busting out a little tarsal scent from a buck, along with that doe in estrous. Drip them both in mock scrapes along an existing scrape line or mud-worn deer trail and stay at the ready. Both work well on a drag. Use throughout the rut peak.
A Beginner’s Guide to Bowhunting - American Hunter
WEBSep 21, 2018 · Review: Winchester 21 Sharp. Designed by Winchester to provide top performance with lead-free projectiles, the new 21 Sharp rimfire cartridge utilizes a .22 LR case but a .21-caliber, non-heeled projectile that offers several key advantages over the standard .22-caliber projectile, yet remains affordable.
Top Bear Rifles and Loads | An Official Journal Of The NRA
WEBMay 1, 2019 · The .338 Winchester Magnum is among the popular choices for large bears—both my Alaskan guides carried a rifle so chambered—and I see the wisdom of using bullets of 250 grains. The .35 Whelen, .338-06 A-Square, 9.3x62mm Mauser and .375 H&H all make worthy brown bear cartridges, and …
7 Top-Tier Hunting Bullets for the .243 Win.
WEBSep 9, 2017 · Hornady 75-grain V-Max. Holding to the belief of the .243 Win as a dual-purpose cartridge, Hornady manufacturers four, .24-caliber V-Max varmint bullets. Ranging in weight from 58 to 87 grains, the 75-grain variant is the standout. Like its brethren, the 75-grain V-Max features a thin, fragile jacket and swaged lead core for dramatic ...
How to Choose the Perfect Powder for Your Muzzleloader
WEBDec 12, 2017 · Choices of pelletized powder include Hodgdon Pyrodex, Triple-Se7en and Triple-Se7en Magnum, IMR White Hots and Alliant’s new Blue-MZ —a replacement for the discontinued Black MZ. Pros: Same as Above. Cons: Same as Above. As big-game hunting seasons are winding down in most states, it’s time to look ahead to next year.
Review: Tikka T3x Lite | An Official Journal Of The NRA - American …
WEBMay 7, 2019 · The Tikka T3x Lite is a wonderful balance of portability, accuracy and dependability. It’s a push-feed bolt-action design with a detachable polymer magazine; the synthetic stock is highly ergonomic and the appointments well thought-out. The T3x Lite has clean, simple lines; my particular model has a clean, blued barrel free of sights, and the ...