.357 Creates the Magnum Era
Designed after the S&W .38 Special, the .357 Magnum was introduced in 1934. The cartridge was created through a collaborative effort of legendary firearms enthusiast Elmer Keith, gun writer Phil B. Sharpe, D. B. Wesson of Smith & Wesson and Winchester. Although the men worked together to design the new round, the credit often goes […]
Civilians Embrace the .45 ACP
In 1905, the .45 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP) was designed by John Moses Browning (1855-1926). The ammo was created for a prototype of the Colt M1911 semi-automatic pistol. Browning intended the ammo for use in the U.S. military, but the .45 ACP is revered by civilians, mostly for sports shooting and self-defense. Competition shooters often […]
Do You Have a Prepper Family?
There are a lot of prepper blogs and websites out there for living the off the grid. Few address introducing children to the lifestyle or preparing for a SHTF scenario. Children look at situations much differently than adults, so preparation is important. Living off the grid or even a temporary evacuation will take some skill […]
Best Bear Hunting Ammo
Hunting bear is a matter of choice: either you intend to go out into the woods to hunt bear or you encounter one unexpectedly. The latter will certainly take you by surprise and you’d better be prepared. If you’re headed out into the woods, know what you’re up against before you even leave the house. […]
What’s the Best Deer Hunting Rifle?
As of 2017, there are 11.5 million hunters in the US and each one has a definite opinion about which rifle and ammo to use while deer hunting. When it comes to deer hunting, old timers like me swear by their grandpappy’s tried and true Winchester. While the tech savvy community leans toward guns with […]
Top Hunting Gifts for the Hunter in Your Life
The gift giving season is upon us! Now’s the time to find the perfect gift for the hunter in your life. From your 14 year old nephew or your girlfriend, these hunting gifts bring smiles to your loved one’s faces. And make them run to the woods as soon as possible. 2017 Bests Hunting Gifts […]
The Ultimate Ice Fishing Gear List
Winter’s almost here, and you know what that means! Ice fishing. Unfortunately, ice fishing isn’t one of those sports where you grab a few things from your garage and head out. No, there’s definitely some must-have ice fishing gear. While you don’t need a lot, the more you have the more comfortable your experience and […]
North America’s Big 5 Trophy Hunts
Everyone knows about Africa’s big five—African lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, African leopard, rhinoceros—but here in North America, we’ve got our own big five trophy hunts. Sure, there’s not rhinos, but if you’ve ever come across a grizzly sow with cubs, you know she’s no tame kitten. If you’re an American hunter, these five big […]
How To Choose Shotgun Ammunition For Hunting
If you like hunting, choosing the best shotgun ammunition will be a very important consideration to make. You will also need to consider the area that you are planning to go hunting. If it is an open or lightly wooded area, it means that you will need to take your shots from greater distances. But […]
Enjoy Hunting Using Rimfire Ammunition
There is something about hunting that excites and also displays a domineering side of him. In days gone by, man had to hunt game for food. As people increasingly grew crops and kept domestic animals, the dependence on hunting reduced significantly. The modern person involved in hunting now does it for sport. It gives such […]