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Steyr SM12 Review: Shooting a Classic in 6.5x55 Swede | Outdoor Life
· The Nosler 120-grain E-Tips opened up to 2.639 inches on average. By today’s standards, none of these results are impressive. All told I put 21 groups downrange with the factory loads and collected the brass to reload. A batch of the author’s 6.5×55 Swede reloads to test in the Steyr SM12.
1 day ago
Best out of box accurate 6.5prc? | Rokslide Forum
· What is the most accurate out of box 6.5prc (or any caliber for that matter) hunting rifle you have ever fired? Bonus points for being ultra light rifle. I got a Springfield waypoint in 6.5 prc this year as the first rifle I ever purchased. Killed an antelope deer and elk with it this year. It shoots .75 moa.
1 day ago
A Complete Guide to Alternative AR-15 Rounds - 80 Percent Arms
· Most use the .300 Blackout round for hunting deer and the occasional wild hog. For anything at ranges of 250 yards, the .300 Blackout drops significantly and fails in comparison to other rounds. 6.5 Grendel. The 6.5 Grendel round is built around the 7.62x39 case, which is the same case used for the iconic AK-47 and utilizes a .264 caliber ...
6 days ago
9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· Marlin Model 336. The Marlin Model 336 is a modern lever-action rifle designed for hunters and available in classic calibers like .30-30 and .35 Remington. Its updated features include an open ejection port, chrome-plated breech bolt, and an improved extractor. The rifle is easy to disassemble and clean from the breech.
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Mar 29, 2024
Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns.
· Gary Lewis Outdoorsman. Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns. Mar 29, 2024 Season 4 Episode 155. Gary Lewis. We catch up with Chris Sulak, a gun guy, real estate agent, and comedian and we talk favorite calibers, favorite long guns, best calibers for deer and bear and how to shoot a lever action like a cowboy, like you mean it ...
Mar 29, 2024
Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Also known as 5.5mm, it is considered a versatile all-around calibre for air rifles. Offers a balance between velocity, accuracy, and impact energy. Suitable for small game hunting, pest control, and target shooting. Provides better stopping power compared to .177 calibre for medium-sized games.
Mar 29, 2024
6.8 SPC vs 300 Blackout: Which Is Better For AR-15?
· The 6.8 SPC can share the same exact lower receiver, upper receiver and lower parts kit as a 5.56 rifle would use. For optimal performance we’d recommend getting the 6.8 SPC barrel along with a dedicated BCG for that caliber. If you’re more interested in an Ar 15 300 blackout build we have an 80% build kit with everything you need to finish ...
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Aug 9, 2021
Best Hunting Scopes Available in 2024 - PrecisionRifle
· Best Long Distance Hunting Scope: Steiner Predator 8 4-32×56. Most Durable Hunting Scope: Schmidt & Bender Exos 3-21×50. Most Modern Hunting Scope: Burris Eliminator 5 5-20×50. Most Slimline Hunting Scope: Swarovski Z8i 3.5-28×50. Most Popular Hunting Scope: Leupold VX-6HD 4-24×52.
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Best Deer Gun Caliber
Steyr SM12 Review: Shooting a Classic in 6.5x55 Swede | Outdoor Life
· The Nosler 120-grain E-Tips opened up to 2.639 inches on average. By today’s standards, none of these results are impressive. All told I put 21 groups downrange with the factory loads and collected the brass to reload. A batch of the author’s 6.5×55 Swede reloads to test in the Steyr SM12.
1 day ago
Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns.
· Gary Lewis Outdoorsman. Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns. Mar 29, 2024 Season 4 Episode 155. Gary Lewis. We catch up with Chris Sulak, a gun guy, real estate agent, and comedian and we talk favorite calibers, favorite long guns, best calibers for deer and bear and how to shoot a lever action like a cowboy, like you mean it ...
Mar 29, 2024
9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· Marlin Model 336. The Marlin Model 336 is a modern lever-action rifle designed for hunters and available in classic calibers like .30-30 and .35 Remington. Its updated features include an open ejection port, chrome-plated breech bolt, and an improved extractor. The rifle is easy to disassemble and clean from the breech.
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Mar 29, 2024
Can anyone tell me about my grandfathers guns? The top one ... - Reddit
I believe the muzzle device is called a poly choke. Basically it is an external ,adjustable choke. The middle gun is a Savage Model 99. These can be desirable depending on caliber and vintage. The bottom rifle is a Winchester 1892 or 1894. If it is chambered in a pistol caliber it is a 92. If a rifle caliber it is a 94.
Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Suitability of .22 or .25 calibres for hunting medium-sized game: Both .22 and .25 calibres are suitable for hunting medium-sized Games such as rabbits or raccoons. .22 Calibre: This calibre is widely used for small to medium-game hunting due to its versatility. It offers a good balance between power, accuracy, and trajectory.
Mar 29, 2024
Lever-Action Rifle Renaissance: The Return of An Icon
· Nothing is more American than the lever-action rifle. The first viable lever gun was invented by Benjamin Tyler Henry in 1860. Lever guns were on the cutting edge of rifle development through the 1890s, when they were supplanted by bolt actions and, eventually, semi-automatics. Hollywood Westerns sparked a lever gun resurgence in the 1950s that ...
1 day ago
What is the most hated deer rifle you owned - Long Range Hunting Forum
· Congratulation Ruger! Looks like you manufacturered the most hated deer rifles. It's odd... I've got a couple of Ruger rifles and have owned a few others. They've always been decent in the accuracy department to me. My m77 Hawkeye 35 Whelen is easily one of the most accurate rifles I own. My #1 in 338win is dang good too.
3 days ago
Beginner’s Arsenal: Best Guns for Novice Shooters
· The best starter pistols are Glock 17 or Sig P320. An AR-15 rifle chambered for 5.56 NATO/.223 Rem cartridge, like the S&W M&P15 Sport III, is a great option for home protection and target shooting. Rifles are generally easier to shoot accurately and generate less felt recoil. Ruger 10/22 chambered for the .22LR low-power rimfire cartridge is a ...
2 days ago
Best Deer Rifle Caliber
Big Game Hunting Podcast
· He will guide you down the path of improving your skills as a hunter, teach you how to pick the best hunting rifle for your needs, conduct caliber comparisons (like 6.5 Creedmoor vs 300 Win Mag and 30-06 vs 270 Winchester) to show you how to pick the best hunting caliber for a specific hunting situation, guide you into the world of muzzleloader hunting, share the hard earned knowledge he has ...
1 day ago
ARMSLIST - These Are The Best Lever Action Rifles
· When discussing the best lever guns for sale, the Henry All-Weather Picatinny Rail .45-70 emerges as a formidable contender, blending traditional lever action with modern functionality. Drawing inspiration from the scout rifle concept promoted by Jeff Cooper in the 1980s, this rifle is designed for versatility and ease of use.
Mar 29, 2024
Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Suitability of .22 or .25 calibres for hunting medium-sized game: Both .22 and .25 calibres are suitable for hunting medium-sized Games such as rabbits or raccoons. .22 Calibre: This calibre is widely used for small to medium-game hunting due to its versatility. It offers a good balance between power, accuracy, and trajectory.
Mar 29, 2024
What is the most hated deer rifle you owned - Long Range Hunting Forum
· Congratulation Ruger! Looks like you manufacturered the most hated deer rifles. It's odd... I've got a couple of Ruger rifles and have owned a few others. They've always been decent in the accuracy department to me. My m77 Hawkeye 35 Whelen is easily one of the most accurate rifles I own. My #1 in 338win is dang good too.
3 days ago
Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns.
· Gary Lewis Outdoorsman. Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns. Mar 29, 2024 Season 4 Episode 155. Gary Lewis. We catch up with Chris Sulak, a gun guy, real estate agent, and comedian and we talk favorite calibers, favorite long guns, best calibers for deer and bear and how to shoot a lever action like a cowboy, like you mean it ...
Mar 29, 2024
9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· Marlin Model 336. The Marlin Model 336 is a modern lever-action rifle designed for hunters and available in classic calibers like .30-30 and .35 Remington. Its updated features include an open ejection port, chrome-plated breech bolt, and an improved extractor. The rifle is easy to disassemble and clean from the breech.
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Mar 29, 2024
22 Hornet for Deer | Rokslide Forum
· But itll definitely kill deer with behind the shoulder shots and with modern bullets it could be even better. A .22 hornet can push a 52 gr eldm 2400 fps pretty easily and that’ll give it the velocity to perform out to 150 yards and I have yet to see an ELDM that doesn’t perform well. Last edited: Friday at 8:45 AM.
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Mar 29, 2024
8 Best Precision Rifles Out of the Box [2024]
· Most Durable Precision Rifle – Barrett MRAD. Best Value Precision Rifle – Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro. Best Medium Budget Precision Rifle – Tikka TAC A1. Most Modern Precision Rifle – Christiensen Arms MPR. Best Entry Level Precision Rifle – Ruger Precision Rifle. Best Precision Rifle For Hunting – SIG CROSS STX.
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Best Deer Hunting Caliber
Steyr SM12 Review: Shooting a Classic in 6.5x55 Swede | Outdoor Life
· Best Deer Hunting Calibers of 2023. By: John B. Snow. Tikka T3x UPR, Tested and Reviewed. By: John B. Snow. The 6.5 Creedmoor Isn't Even the Best 6.5mm Deer Hunting Cartridge. By: Ron Spomer. Mauser M12: A New Path for One of the World's Oldest Gunmakers. By: John B. Snow. Gun Test: Sauer 100 Classic XT.
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Tested Tough: Hevi-Shot Reduced Recoil Turkey Shotshell
· Hunting Part 3: Bears of the North – Grand Finale. With two tags punched and only one hunter remaining, the pressure is on Rafe Nielsen of Browning to follow up on Joe Ferronato and Shawn Skipper's success. Intent on using every minute of hunting light that Alaska's long days have to offer, Nielsen attempts to close out the trip on a high note.
4 days ago
Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Suitability of .22 or .25 calibres for hunting medium-sized game: Both .22 and .25 calibres are suitable for hunting medium-sized Games such as rabbits or raccoons. .22 Calibre: This calibre is widely used for small to medium-game hunting due to its versatility. It offers a good balance between power, accuracy, and trajectory.
Mar 29, 2024
Best 300 Blackout Ammo for Hog Hunting | Hook & Barrel Magazine
· Last on my list of the best 300 Blackout ammo for hog hunting is the Remington Core-Lokt Copper 120-Grain. I haven’t tried these yet on hogs in a 300 BLK, but I know what this new bullet from a 7mm PRC will do to a big mule deer at 350 yards. The performance you’ve come to know and expect from Core-Lokt, now guaranteed with a lead-free bullet.
3 days ago
Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns.
· Gary Lewis Outdoorsman. Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns. Mar 29, 2024 Season 4 Episode 155. Gary Lewis. We catch up with Chris Sulak, a gun guy, real estate agent, and comedian and we talk favorite calibers, favorite long guns, best calibers for deer and bear and how to shoot a lever action like a cowboy, like you mean it ...
Mar 29, 2024
Hunting Javelinas with an Airgun | Grand View Outdoors
· I have a few .30- and .357-caliber rifles that barely make the 215 fpe mark and just make the legal limit in Texas, and a couple .457-calibers that are way overpowered, but that I can use for deer/wild hog hunting as well. These include the Air Venturi Seneca Recluse .357-caliber for the former and the Hatsan Piledriver .457-caliber for the latter.
18 hours ago
6.8 SPC vs 300 Blackout: Which Is Better For AR-15?
· The 6.8 SPC can share the same exact lower receiver, upper receiver and lower parts kit as a 5.56 rifle would use. For optimal performance we’d recommend getting the 6.8 SPC barrel along with a dedicated BCG for that caliber. If you’re more interested in an Ar 15 300 blackout build we have an 80% build kit with everything you need to finish ...
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Aug 9, 2021
9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· Marlin Model 336. The Marlin Model 336 is a modern lever-action rifle designed for hunters and available in classic calibers like .30-30 and .35 Remington. Its updated features include an open ejection port, chrome-plated breech bolt, and an improved extractor. The rifle is easy to disassemble and clean from the breech.
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Mar 29, 2024
Most Popular Deer Caliber
Steyr SM12 Review: Shooting a Classic in 6.5x55 Swede | Outdoor Life
· And if its pedigree were ever in doubt, that it sports a single set trigger firing the most iconic of European big-game calibers — the 6.56×55 Swede — should settle the matter. The Steyr SM12 is old school. It comes in three stock configurations and is available in many short-, long- and magnum-length calibers.
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7.62x39 Uppers & Builds: Spotlight on Cartridge Performance
· Considering a 7.62x39 round with a 123-grain bullet, in a rifle zeroed at 100 yards, the bullet will drop over 7” at 200 yards and more than 26” at 300 yards. That’s pretty bad, considering other cartridges like 5.56 are far flatter shooting. On top of that is energy loss. While the same 7.62 cartridge mentioned will maintain more than ...
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5.56 vs. .223 | What Is the Difference?
· The most noteworthy difference is the fact that 5.56 NATO is loaded to a higher pressure than .223 Remington. In addition, 5.56 NATO has a slightly longer throat — 0.125 inches, to be precise. While these might seem like negligible differences, they do matter. Not all chambers are created equally, meaning not all barrels can or should fire ...
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Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Suitability of .22 or .25 calibres for hunting medium-sized game: Both .22 and .25 calibres are suitable for hunting medium-sized Games such as rabbits or raccoons. .22 Calibre: This calibre is widely used for small to medium-game hunting due to its versatility. It offers a good balance between power, accuracy, and trajectory.
Mar 29, 2024
9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· Marlin Model 336. The Marlin Model 336 is a modern lever-action rifle designed for hunters and available in classic calibers like .30-30 and .35 Remington. Its updated features include an open ejection port, chrome-plated breech bolt, and an improved extractor. The rifle is easy to disassemble and clean from the breech.
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Mar 29, 2024
Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns.
· Gary Lewis Outdoorsman. Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns. Mar 29, 2024 Season 4 Episode 155. Gary Lewis. We catch up with Chris Sulak, a gun guy, real estate agent, and comedian and we talk favorite calibers, favorite long guns, best calibers for deer and bear and how to shoot a lever action like a cowboy, like you mean it ...
Mar 29, 2024
Lever-Action Rifle Renaissance: The Return of An Icon
· Bolt actions were the deer rifle of choice, with semi-autos surging as well. Those guns offered more caliber and ammo choices, delivering higher velocities, better accuracy, and longer ranges. ... These modern rifles are chambered for popular calibers like .223 Remington and .300 Blackout. This Marlin 1895 Dark comes optic and suppressor ready ...
1 day ago
Marlin Dark Series Adds Model 336 in .30-30!
· The Marlin 336 Dark is chambered in the timeless .30-30 Win. caliber. Sporting a 16.25-inch barrel, the 336’s tubular magazine delivers an overall magazine capacity of 5+1 rounds. The overall length measures 34.5 inches, keeping that traditional, between-the-hands balance the 336 is known for. Suggest retail is $949.
2 days ago
Top Calibers For Deer Hunting
Steyr SM12 Review: Shooting a Classic in 6.5x55 Swede | Outdoor Life
· Best Deer Hunting Calibers of 2023. By: John B. Snow. Tikka T3x UPR, Tested and Reviewed. By: John B. Snow. The 6.5 Creedmoor Isn't Even the Best 6.5mm Deer Hunting Cartridge. By: Ron Spomer. Mauser M12: A New Path for One of the World's Oldest Gunmakers. By: John B. Snow. Gun Test: Sauer 100 Classic XT.
1 day ago
Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Suitability of .22 or .25 calibres for hunting medium-sized game: Both .22 and .25 calibres are suitable for hunting medium-sized Games such as rabbits or raccoons. .22 Calibre: This calibre is widely used for small to medium-game hunting due to its versatility. It offers a good balance between power, accuracy, and trajectory.
Mar 29, 2024
Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns.
· Gary Lewis Outdoorsman. Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns. Mar 29, 2024 Season 4 Episode 155. Gary Lewis. We catch up with Chris Sulak, a gun guy, real estate agent, and comedian and we talk favorite calibers, favorite long guns, best calibers for deer and bear and how to shoot a lever action like a cowboy, like you mean it ...
Mar 29, 2024
Caliber for midweight hunting rifle : r/Hunting - Reddit
Yes. As a whitetail and general use caliber it’s great. It can also be used for Elk. Since the OP already has a larger caliber rifle for elk, the 7mm-08 is an excellent choice because it fills the OPs want for a light recoil deer rifle, and can be used on elk. It’s not usually listed in the top elk rounds, but will most definitely kill one.
Exploring the Effectiveness and Versatility of the 300 wsm ammo
· Versatility: One of the key advantages of the .300 WSM is its versatility. Whether you’re hunting in dense woods, traversing open plains, or stalking prey in mountainous terrain, this cartridge offers the adaptability to handle a wide range of hunting scenarios. Its flat trajectory and hard-hitting power make it equally suitable for hunting ...
18 hours ago
A Complete Guide to Alternative AR-15 Rounds - 80 Percent Arms
· Most use the .300 Blackout round for hunting deer and the occasional wild hog. For anything at ranges of 250 yards, the .300 Blackout drops significantly and fails in comparison to other rounds. 6.5 Grendel. The 6.5 Grendel round is built around the 7.62x39 case, which is the same case used for the iconic AK-47 and utilizes a .264 caliber ...
6 days ago
Hunting Javelinas with an Airgun | Grand View Outdoors
· I have a few .30- and .357-caliber rifles that barely make the 215 fpe mark and just make the legal limit in Texas, and a couple .457-calibers that are way overpowered, but that I can use for deer/wild hog hunting as well. These include the Air Venturi Seneca Recluse .357-caliber for the former and the Hatsan Piledriver .457-caliber for the latter.
18 hours ago
9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· Marlin Model 336. The Marlin Model 336 is a modern lever-action rifle designed for hunters and available in classic calibers like .30-30 and .35 Remington. Its updated features include an open ejection port, chrome-plated breech bolt, and an improved extractor. The rifle is easy to disassemble and clean from the breech.
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Mar 29, 2024
Best Deer Hunting Rifle Caliber
Steyr SM12 Review: Shooting a Classic in 6.5x55 Swede | Outdoor Life
· A classic hunting rifle in a classic caliber that speaks to hunting’s Golden Age. By John B. Snow. Posted on Apr 3, 2024 5:58 PM EDT. 17 minute read. ... The Best Deer Hunting Rifles of 2024. By: John B. Snow. Best Mule Deer Cartridges. By: John B. Snow. 6.5 PRC Cartridge Guide. By: John B. Snow.
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Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Suitability of .22 or .25 calibres for hunting medium-sized game: Both .22 and .25 calibres are suitable for hunting medium-sized Games such as rabbits or raccoons. .22 Calibre: This calibre is widely used for small to medium-game hunting due to its versatility. It offers a good balance between power, accuracy, and trajectory.
Mar 29, 2024
Caliber for midweight hunting rifle : r/Hunting - Reddit
Yes. As a whitetail and general use caliber it’s great. It can also be used for Elk. Since the OP already has a larger caliber rifle for elk, the 7mm-08 is an excellent choice because it fills the OPs want for a light recoil deer rifle, and can be used on elk. It’s not usually listed in the top elk rounds, but will most definitely kill one.
Mossberg Patriot Review - precision-rifle.com.au
· Overall the rifle comes in at 8lb/3.7kg without an optic and has a total length of 42.25”/107cm. This is compact enough for me and has a weight I’m comfortable carrying all day. Bolt & Trigger. For a hunting rifle it’s great to keep the weight down where you can, and the fluted bolt doesn’t just look good, it makes a difference.
18 hours ago
A Complete Guide to Alternative AR-15 Rounds - 80 Percent Arms
· Most use the .300 Blackout round for hunting deer and the occasional wild hog. For anything at ranges of 250 yards, the .300 Blackout drops significantly and fails in comparison to other rounds. 6.5 Grendel. The 6.5 Grendel round is built around the 7.62x39 case, which is the same case used for the iconic AK-47 and utilizes a .264 caliber ...
6 days ago
Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns.
· Gary Lewis Outdoorsman. Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns. Mar 29, 2024 Season 4 Episode 155. Gary Lewis. We catch up with Chris Sulak, a gun guy, real estate agent, and comedian and we talk favorite calibers, favorite long guns, best calibers for deer and bear and how to shoot a lever action like a cowboy, like you mean it ...
Mar 29, 2024
The Best AR-10 Rifles Available in 2024 :: Guns.com
· The AR-10 is chambered in significantly more powerful calibers, most commonly .308 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor, and 7.62x51mm NATO. With larger calibers comes greater stopping power but reduced ...
3 days ago
8 Best Precision Rifles Out of the Box [2024]
· Most Durable Precision Rifle – Barrett MRAD. Best Value Precision Rifle – Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro. Best Medium Budget Precision Rifle – Tikka TAC A1. Most Modern Precision Rifle – Christiensen Arms MPR. Best Entry Level Precision Rifle – Ruger Precision Rifle. Best Precision Rifle For Hunting – SIG CROSS STX.
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Most Popular Deer Rifle Caliber
Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns.
· Gary Lewis Outdoorsman. Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns. Mar 29, 2024 Season 4 Episode 155. Gary Lewis. We catch up with Chris Sulak, a gun guy, real estate agent, and comedian and we talk favorite calibers, favorite long guns, best calibers for deer and bear and how to shoot a lever action like a cowboy, like you mean it ...
Mar 29, 2024
Browning X-Bolt 2 Review | Outdoor Life
· Browning’s X-Bolt has become one of the best flagship bolt rifle models of our era, and this year, they’ve updated it with the X-Bolt 2. The X-Bolt 2 isn’t all that different from the original, but some changes include bolt fluting that allows more surface area contact between the receiver and bolt body for smoother operation and adoption of a new, cleaner-breaking DLX trigger.
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What is the most hated deer rifle you owned - Long Range Hunting Forum
· Congratulation Ruger! Looks like you manufacturered the most hated deer rifles. It's odd... I've got a couple of Ruger rifles and have owned a few others. They've always been decent in the accuracy department to me. My m77 Hawkeye 35 Whelen is easily one of the most accurate rifles I own. My #1 in 338win is dang good too.
3 days ago
8 Best Precision Rifles Out of the Box [2024]
· Best Overall Precision Rifle – Sako TRG 22 A1. Best Long Action Precision Rifle – Accuracy International AX. Most Durable Precision Rifle – Barrett MRAD. Best Value Precision Rifle – Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro. Best Medium Budget Precision Rifle – Tikka TAC A1. Most Modern Precision Rifle – Christiensen Arms MPR.
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9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· Marlin Model 336. The Marlin Model 336 is a modern lever-action rifle designed for hunters and available in classic calibers like .30-30 and .35 Remington. Its updated features include an open ejection port, chrome-plated breech bolt, and an improved extractor. The rifle is easy to disassemble and clean from the breech.
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Mar 29, 2024
Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Suitability of .22 or .25 calibres for hunting medium-sized game: Both .22 and .25 calibres are suitable for hunting medium-sized Games such as rabbits or raccoons. .22 Calibre: This calibre is widely used for small to medium-game hunting due to its versatility. It offers a good balance between power, accuracy, and trajectory.
Mar 29, 2024
barrel life « Daily Bulletin
· This thought-provoking article is one of the 15 most popular Daily Bulletin features over the last 12 months. ... Depending on caliber, that can dramatically increase the cost per round. For example, consider a long-range rifle in 6.5/284 caliber. This cartridge performs amazingly well, but at a cost. Ballpark estimated barrel life [in a top ...
Mar 29, 2024
The Best AR-10 Rifles Available in 2024 :: Guns.com
· The AR-10 is chambered in significantly more powerful calibers, most commonly .308 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor, and 7.62x51mm NATO. With larger calibers comes greater stopping power but reduced ...
3 days ago
Most Accurate Deer Rifle Caliber
Best out of box accurate 6.5prc? | Rokslide Forum
· What is the most accurate out of box 6.5prc (or any caliber for that matter) hunting rifle you have ever fired? Bonus points for being ultra light rifle. I got a Springfield waypoint in 6.5 prc this year as the first rifle I ever purchased. Killed an antelope deer and elk with it this year. It shoots .75 moa.
1 day ago
Rifle Nodes 101: Busting Age-Old Load-Development Myths - Outdoor Life
· This was the most accurate rifle in the test, one that I’ve used to evaluate .223 and 5.56mm ammo, and it will reliably print 20- and 30-shot groups at an inch or less at 100 yards with several types of ammo. Determining the Nodes. Velocity Node: I determined that 23.1 grains was the most promising velocity node.
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Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns.
· Gary Lewis Outdoorsman. Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns. Mar 29, 2024 Season 4 Episode 155. Gary Lewis. We catch up with Chris Sulak, a gun guy, real estate agent, and comedian and we talk favorite calibers, favorite long guns, best calibers for deer and bear and how to shoot a lever action like a cowboy, like you mean it ...
Mar 29, 2024
What is the most hated deer rifle you owned - Long Range Hunting Forum
· Congratulation Ruger! Looks like you manufacturered the most hated deer rifles. It's odd... I've got a couple of Ruger rifles and have owned a few others. They've always been decent in the accuracy department to me. My m77 Hawkeye 35 Whelen is easily one of the most accurate rifles I own. My #1 in 338win is dang good too.
3 days ago
Review: Magnum Research Desert Eagle in .429 DE
· The Magnum Research Desert Eagle in .429 DE delivers stout recoil, but it’s not so excessive that it can’t be controlled or dealt with. It’s not a gun you’d run at length, but it is fun at the range and effective in hunting pests and predators. Because it’s not precise, effective range while hunting has less to do with the caliber and ...
4 days ago
8 Best Precision Rifles Out of the Box [2024]
· Best Overall Precision Rifle – Sako TRG 22 A1. Best Long Action Precision Rifle – Accuracy International AX. Most Durable Precision Rifle – Barrett MRAD. Best Value Precision Rifle – Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro. Best Medium Budget Precision Rifle – Tikka TAC A1. Most Modern Precision Rifle – Christiensen Arms MPR.
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9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· Marlin Model 336. The Marlin Model 336 is a modern lever-action rifle designed for hunters and available in classic calibers like .30-30 and .35 Remington. Its updated features include an open ejection port, chrome-plated breech bolt, and an improved extractor. The rifle is easy to disassemble and clean from the breech.
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Mar 29, 2024
long range shooting 3 Archives - Gun Reviews and News - GunsAmerica.com
· When choosing a hunting rifle, caliber is an important criteria. Hunting in the west, I want something that can take down deer, elk, black bear, moose, and anything else that I may go out after. Because of the terrain, I also need a caliber that will retain energy to take game at distances beyond 500 yards.
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Most Common Deer Hunting Calibers
Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Suitability of .22 or .25 calibres for hunting medium-sized game: Both .22 and .25 calibres are suitable for hunting medium-sized Games such as rabbits or raccoons. .22 Calibre: This calibre is widely used for small to medium-game hunting due to its versatility. It offers a good balance between power, accuracy, and trajectory.
Mar 29, 2024
Rifle Nodes 101: Busting Age-Old Load-Development Myths - Outdoor Life
· Finding the Nodes. The first test I conducted was a basic 10-shot velocity ladder, using one shot per charge weight. I used Hodgdon’s Reloading Data Center to find safe load ranges with my components, and incrementally increased charge weights by 0.3 grains with the 6.5 Creedmoor and .30/06, and 0.2 grains with the .223. I noted spots with the smallest incremental changes in velocity and ...
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White-tailed deer - Wikipedia
For the 2015–2016 white-tailed deer-hunting season, some areas allowed only the hunting of antlerless white-tailed deer. These included young bucks and females, encouraging the culling of does which would otherwise contribute to increasing populations via offspring production. ... Most common cartridges used include the .243 Winchester, .308 ...
Lever-Action Rifle Renaissance: The Return of An Icon
· Lever-action Marlins and Winchesters were common sights in deer camps across the country, ... Lever guns began expanding past the hunting and Cowboy Action roles, moving into the tactical and self-defense realm. ... with everything in between. Modern calibers, including .450 Bushmaster, are becoming common while still retaining old favorites ...
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[Novice] .300 Blackout optimized for a 16" barrel for deer hunting?
So, those who want to hunt deer with their AR-15s are faced with some choices. 5.56/.223 are smaller rounds, and while I'm sure there are bullets that would work well, in many states, a round of this diameter isn't legal for deer hunting. So, many turn to more specialized calibers like 6.5 Grendel, .450 bushmaster, and .350 legend.
The Best Kind of AI: All About .280 Ackley Improved - Guns.com
· LAWMAN. $39.99. FN. GUNR (CASE OF 500) $259.99. All this talk about AI (artificial intelligence), but in the hunting world, the best AI stands for Ackley Improved – .280 Ackley Improved, to be ...
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A Guide to Common Ammunition Sizes and Their Uses
· In the world of firearms, ammunition comes in various sizes and types, each designed for specific purposes. From small caliber rounds ideal for target shooting and small game hunting to larger calibers suited for big game or tactical use, understanding the different ammo sizes and their intended use
Mar 29, 2024
A Complete Guide to Alternative AR-15 Rounds - 80 Percent Arms
· Most use the .300 Blackout round for hunting deer and the occasional wild hog. For anything at ranges of 250 yards, the .300 Blackout drops significantly and fails in comparison to other rounds. 6.5 Grendel. The 6.5 Grendel round is built around the 7.62x39 case, which is the same case used for the iconic AK-47 and utilizes a .264 caliber ...
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7.62x54R vs. 7.62×51 | Caliber Comparison - Nifty Outdoorsman
· When it comes to cartridges, the 7.62mm or (.308 caliber) is one of, if not, the most popular bullet diameter out there. In this article, we'll look at two of the most widely used cartridges: the 7.62x54r and the 7.62x51. ... The 7.62x54R is not a bad choice for hunting big game such as deer and elk. Although it is an older cartridge, with just ...
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Steyr SM12 Review: Shooting a Classic in 6.5x55 Swede | Outdoor Life
· And if its pedigree were ever in doubt, that it sports a single set trigger firing the most iconic of European big-game calibers — the 6.56×55 Swede — should settle the matter. The Steyr SM12 is old school. It comes in three stock configurations and is available in many short-, long- and magnum-length calibers.
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5.56 vs. .223 | What Is the Difference?
· The most noteworthy difference is the fact that 5.56 NATO is loaded to a higher pressure than .223 Remington. In addition, 5.56 NATO has a slightly longer throat — 0.125 inches, to be precise. While these might seem like negligible differences, they do matter. Not all chambers are created equally, meaning not all barrels can or should fire ...
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Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns.
· Gary Lewis Outdoorsman. Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns. Mar 29, 2024 Season 4 Episode 155. Gary Lewis. We catch up with Chris Sulak, a gun guy, real estate agent, and comedian and we talk favorite calibers, favorite long guns, best calibers for deer and bear and how to shoot a lever action like a cowboy, like you mean it ...
Mar 29, 2024
7.62x39 Uppers & Builds: Spotlight on Cartridge Performance
· Considering a 7.62x39 round with a 123-grain bullet, in a rifle zeroed at 100 yards, the bullet will drop over 7” at 200 yards and more than 26” at 300 yards. That’s pretty bad, considering other cartridges like 5.56 are far flatter shooting. On top of that is energy loss. While the same 7.62 cartridge mentioned will maintain more than ...
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HUNTING FOR WHITETAIL WITH CAN-AM & “MEATEATER”
· LONG SHOT. I left my Savage Model 110 30-06 SPRG home, as Can-Am and MeatEater hooked us up with new Weatherby Model 307 MeatEater Edition rifles in 6.5 RPM (Rebated Precision Magnum) caliber. The rifles also included Vortex optics. The 6.5 WBY RPM cartridge is noted for providing one of the flattest trajectories at 1,000 yards.
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Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Suitability of .22 or .25 calibres for hunting medium-sized game: Both .22 and .25 calibres are suitable for hunting medium-sized Games such as rabbits or raccoons. .22 Calibre: This calibre is widely used for small to medium-game hunting due to its versatility. It offers a good balance between power, accuracy, and trajectory.
Mar 29, 2024
Marlin Dark Series Adds Model 336 in .30-30!
· The Marlin 336 Dark is chambered in the timeless .30-30 Win. caliber. Sporting a 16.25-inch barrel, the 336’s tubular magazine delivers an overall magazine capacity of 5+1 rounds. The overall length measures 34.5 inches, keeping that traditional, between-the-hands balance the 336 is known for. Suggest retail is $949.
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Steyr SM12 Review: Shooting a Classic in 6.5x55 Swede | Outdoor Life
· Aside from the stock profiles, the other difference between these trims is their length. The Standard rifles all have 22-inch barrels, while the Fullstock and Mountain version of the Steyr SM12 have 20-inch barrels. The Magnums come with 25-inch tubes. Steyr SM12 Halfstock Standard Features and Specs
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A Complete Guide to Alternative AR-15 Rounds - 80 Percent Arms
· Most use the .300 Blackout round for hunting deer and the occasional wild hog. For anything at ranges of 250 yards, the .300 Blackout drops significantly and fails in comparison to other rounds. 6.5 Grendel. The 6.5 Grendel round is built around the 7.62x39 case, which is the same case used for the iconic AK-47 and utilizes a .264 caliber ...
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Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Also known as 5.5mm, it is considered a versatile all-around calibre for air rifles. Offers a balance between velocity, accuracy, and impact energy. Suitable for small game hunting, pest control, and target shooting. Provides better stopping power compared to .177 calibre for medium-sized games.
Mar 29, 2024
Best out of box accurate 6.5prc? | Rokslide Forum
· Seekins Precision hands down. Unless you like to dink around and change stuff they just flat out shoot and the customer service cant be beat. They have good stocks, are individually factory bedded, have Timney triggers and feature a shooter satisfaction guarantee.Thats not 1 MOA or .5 MOA its a they are not happy until you are happy.
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9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· Marlin Model 336. The Marlin Model 336 is a modern lever-action rifle designed for hunters and available in classic calibers like .30-30 and .35 Remington. Its updated features include an open ejection port, chrome-plated breech bolt, and an improved extractor. The rifle is easy to disassemble and clean from the breech.
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Mar 29, 2024
Lever-Action Rifle Renaissance: The Return of An Icon
· A spitzer-type bullet could engage the primer of the cartridge in front of it, causing a problem no one wants to deal with. So, lever guns were limited to pistol calibers and slower, shorter-range bullets. This also limited centerfire rifle caliber compatibility. Modern high-performance cartridges’ velocity and range left the lever guns in ...
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8 Best Precision Rifles Out of the Box [2024]
· Best Overall Precision Rifle – Sako TRG 22 A1. Best Long Action Precision Rifle – Accuracy International AX. Most Durable Precision Rifle – Barrett MRAD. Best Value Precision Rifle – Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro. Best Medium Budget Precision Rifle – Tikka TAC A1. Most Modern Precision Rifle – Christiensen Arms MPR.
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Best Hunting Scopes Available in 2024 - PrecisionRifle
· Best Long Distance Hunting Scope: Steiner Predator 8 4-32×56. Most Durable Hunting Scope: Schmidt & Bender Exos 3-21×50. Most Modern Hunting Scope: Burris Eliminator 5 5-20×50. Most Slimline Hunting Scope: Swarovski Z8i 3.5-28×50. Most Popular Hunting Scope: Leupold VX-6HD 4-24×52.
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Browning X-Bolt 2 Review | Outdoor Life
· Browning’s X-Bolt has become one of the best flagship bolt rifle models of our era, and this year, they’ve updated it with the X-Bolt 2. The X-Bolt 2 isn’t all that different from the original, but some changes include bolt fluting that allows more surface area contact between the receiver and bolt body for smoother operation and adoption of a new, cleaner-breaking DLX trigger.
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Best out of box accurate 6.5prc? | Rokslide Forum
· What is the most accurate out of box 6.5prc (or any caliber for that matter) hunting rifle you have ever fired? Bonus points for being ultra light rifle. I got a Springfield waypoint in 6.5 prc this year as the first rifle I ever purchased. Killed an antelope deer and elk with it this year. It shoots .75 moa.
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A Complete Guide to Alternative AR-15 Rounds - 80 Percent Arms
· .50 Beowulf — The most expensive alternative AR-15 caliber imaginable, .50 Beowulf excels at taking down big game while hunting, though you will require a new barrel and bolt..300 Blackout. The .300 BLK is arguably one of the most popular alternative AR-15 calibers on the market. The round features a .223 case, with a heftier .30 caliber ...
6 days ago
Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Suitability of .22 or .25 calibres for hunting medium-sized game: Both .22 and .25 calibres are suitable for hunting medium-sized Games such as rabbits or raccoons. .22 Calibre: This calibre is widely used for small to medium-game hunting due to its versatility. It offers a good balance between power, accuracy, and trajectory.
Mar 29, 2024
The Best AR-10 Rifles Available in 2024 :: Guns.com
· The AR-10 is chambered in significantly more powerful calibers, most commonly .308 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor, and 7.62x51mm NATO. With larger calibers comes greater stopping power but reduced ...
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9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· The Marlin Model 336 is a modern lever-action rifle designed for hunters and available in classic calibers like .30-30 and .35 Remington. Its updated features include an open ejection port, chrome-plated breech bolt, and an improved extractor. The rifle is easy to disassemble and clean from the breech.
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Mar 29, 2024
8 Best Precision Rifles Out of the Box [2024]
· Best Overall Precision Rifle – Sako TRG 22 A1. Best Long Action Precision Rifle – Accuracy International AX. Most Durable Precision Rifle – Barrett MRAD. Best Value Precision Rifle – Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro. Best Medium Budget Precision Rifle – Tikka TAC A1. Most Modern Precision Rifle – Christiensen Arms MPR.
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Beginner’s Arsenal: Best Guns for Novice Shooters
· The best starter pistols are Glock 17 or Sig P320. An AR-15 rifle chambered for 5.56 NATO/.223 Rem cartridge, like the S&W M&P15 Sport III, is a great option for home protection and target shooting. Rifles are generally easier to shoot accurately and generate less felt recoil. Ruger 10/22 chambered for the .22LR low-power rimfire cartridge is a ...
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Steyr SM12 Review: Shooting a Classic in 6.5x55 Swede | Outdoor Life
· The Nosler 120-grain E-Tips opened up to 2.639 inches on average. By today’s standards, none of these results are impressive. All told I put 21 groups downrange with the factory loads and collected the brass to reload. A batch of the author’s 6.5×55 Swede reloads to test in the Steyr SM12.
1 day ago
Best out of box accurate 6.5prc? | Rokslide Forum
· What is the most accurate out of box 6.5prc (or any caliber for that matter) hunting rifle you have ever fired? Bonus points for being ultra light rifle. I got a Springfield waypoint in 6.5 prc this year as the first rifle I ever purchased. Killed an antelope deer and elk with it this year. It shoots .75 moa.
1 day ago
Caliber for midweight hunting rifle : r/Hunting - Reddit
Yes. As a whitetail and general use caliber it’s great. It can also be used for Elk. Since the OP already has a larger caliber rifle for elk, the 7mm-08 is an excellent choice because it fills the OPs want for a light recoil deer rifle, and can be used on elk. It’s not usually listed in the top elk rounds, but will most definitely kill one.
A Complete Guide to Alternative AR-15 Rounds - 80 Percent Arms
· Most use the .300 Blackout round for hunting deer and the occasional wild hog. For anything at ranges of 250 yards, the .300 Blackout drops significantly and fails in comparison to other rounds. 6.5 Grendel. The 6.5 Grendel round is built around the 7.62x39 case, which is the same case used for the iconic AK-47 and utilizes a .264 caliber ...
6 days ago
Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Also known as 5.5mm, it is considered a versatile all-around calibre for air rifles. Offers a balance between velocity, accuracy, and impact energy. Suitable for small game hunting, pest control, and target shooting. Provides better stopping power compared to .177 calibre for medium-sized games.
Mar 29, 2024
Best 300 Blackout Ammo for Hog Hunting | Hook & Barrel Magazine
· Check around and you’ll be able to find this load for about $2.10 per round. Buy Now at Nosler. ... combined with substantial bullet impact performance means that Deer Season XP is a contender for hog hunting. This load sells for about $1.50 per round. ... Last on my list of the best 300 Blackout ammo for hog hunting is the Remington Core ...
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MeatEater: The Best Scopes | Milled
· The Best Hunting Scopes ... out what's wrong with them. Plus, how to use conventional lures for ice fishing, another cheating angler, and the best all-around fishing rod. MeatEater · March 4 ... The deer was carrying the head of another buck. Plus, a bill that would ban thousands of hunting rifles, and Pat Durkin covers a deer season double ...
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9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· Marlin Model 336. The Marlin Model 336 is a modern lever-action rifle designed for hunters and available in classic calibers like .30-30 and .35 Remington. Its updated features include an open ejection port, chrome-plated breech bolt, and an improved extractor. The rifle is easy to disassemble and clean from the breech.
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Mar 29, 2024
Most Accurate Deer Hunting Cartridge
Steyr SM12 Review: Shooting a Classic in 6.5x55 Swede | Outdoor Life
· The Nosler 120-grain E-Tips opened up to 2.639 inches on average. By today’s standards, none of these results are impressive. All told I put 21 groups downrange with the factory loads and collected the brass to reload. A batch of the author’s 6.5×55 Swede reloads to test in the Steyr SM12.
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5.56 vs. .223 | What Is the Difference?
· The two cartridges look identical, but they’re not actually the same. (Photo credit: Hop Munitions) The most noteworthy difference is the fact that 5.56 NATO is loaded to a higher pressure than .223 Remington. In addition, 5.56 NATO has a slightly longer throat — 0.125 inches, to be precise. While these might seem like negligible ...
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.300 Blackout vs. .300 Whisper - 80 Percent Arms
· Its supersonic load can match the 7.62x39mm or .30-30 Winchester round, meaning the .300 Whisper is an ideal short-range hunting cartridge. A more substantial round, paired with low powder weight and small case, ensure the .300 Whisper is the round of choice for use with many sound suppressors.
Mar 29, 2024
30-30 Winchester (.30 WCF) - 1895Gunner
· While it is very effective on deer-sized and black bear-sized game, most commercial loadings are limited in effective range to about 200 yd (183 m) for that purpose, except when using ballistic-tip ammunition. The cartridge is typically loaded with bullets weighing between 150 and 170 grains (9.7–11.0 g), but lighter loads are possible.
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The .220 Swift — Great, Classic Varmint Cartridge
· A History of the .220 Swift Cartridge. by Sierra Bullets Ballistic Technician Paul Box. This cartridge was introduced by Winchester in 1935 in their model 54 rifle. A year later, it was added as a standard cartridge in the model 70. What might not be common knowledge to some reloaders is that the prototype for the Swift was developed in 1934-35 ...
Mar 29, 2024
9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· Although it is not as accurate at longer ranges and is not suitable for hunting deer, the Rio Bravo is a reliable and versatile rifle that is perfect for any gun enthusiast. ... reliable, and accurate. Magazine Capacity. Most lever-action rifles hold fewer than ten rounds, which may be sufficient for most situations but could be limiting in ...
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Mar 29, 2024
A Complete Guide to Alternative AR-15 Rounds - 80 Percent Arms
· Most use the .300 Blackout round for hunting deer and the occasional wild hog. For anything at ranges of 250 yards, the .300 Blackout drops significantly and fails in comparison to other rounds. 6.5 Grendel. The 6.5 Grendel round is built around the 7.62x39 case, which is the same case used for the iconic AK-47 and utilizes a .264 caliber ...
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Steyr SM12 Review: Shooting a Classic in 6.5x55 Swede | Outdoor Life
· Best Deer Hunting Calibers of 2023. By: John B. Snow. Tikka T3x UPR, Tested and Reviewed. By: John B. Snow. The 6.5 Creedmoor Isn't Even the Best 6.5mm Deer Hunting Cartridge. By: Ron Spomer. Mauser M12: A New Path for One of the World's Oldest Gunmakers. By: John B. Snow. Gun Test: Sauer 100 Classic XT.
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Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns.
· Gary Lewis Outdoorsman. Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns. Mar 29, 2024 Season 4 Episode 155. Gary Lewis. We catch up with Chris Sulak, a gun guy, real estate agent, and comedian and we talk favorite calibers, favorite long guns, best calibers for deer and bear and how to shoot a lever action like a cowboy, like you mean it ...
Mar 29, 2024
6.8 SPC vs 300 Blackout: Which Is Better For AR-15?
· Two of the most popular alternative calibers include the 6.8 SPC (created by Remington) and the .300 Blackout (invented by “AAC” or Advanced Armament Corporation). ... this is a more than viable hunting caliber that also works well for putting down deer. The 6.8 SPC was designed for use by the Army marksmanship unit and if you look at the ...
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4 days ago
Caliber for midweight hunting rifle : r/Hunting - Reddit
Yes. As a whitetail and general use caliber it’s great. It can also be used for Elk. Since the OP already has a larger caliber rifle for elk, the 7mm-08 is an excellent choice because it fills the OPs want for a light recoil deer rifle, and can be used on elk. It’s not usually listed in the top elk rounds, but will most definitely kill one.
A Complete Guide to Alternative AR-15 Rounds - 80 Percent Arms
· The .300 BLK is arguably one of the most popular alternative AR-15 calibers on the market. The round features a .223 case, with a heftier .30 caliber projectile. ... Most use the .300 Blackout round for hunting deer and the occasional wild hog. For anything at ranges of 250 yards, the .300 Blackout drops significantly and fails in comparison to ...
6 days ago
Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Suitability of .22 or .25 calibres for hunting medium-sized game: Both .22 and .25 calibres are suitable for hunting medium-sized Games such as rabbits or raccoons. .22 Calibre: This calibre is widely used for small to medium-game hunting due to its versatility. It offers a good balance between power, accuracy, and trajectory.
Mar 29, 2024
Best 300 Blackout Ammo for Hog Hunting | Hook & Barrel Magazine
· Last on my list of the best 300 Blackout ammo for hog hunting is the Remington Core-Lokt Copper 120-Grain. I haven’t tried these yet on hogs in a 300 BLK, but I know what this new bullet from a 7mm PRC will do to a big mule deer at 350 yards. The performance you’ve come to know and expect from Core-Lokt, now guaranteed with a lead-free bullet.
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Big Game Hunting Podcast
· I have another cartridge comparison for you today where we compare two very popular 22 caliber rounds that both bear the Remington name: the 223 Remington and the 22-250 Remington. That's not surprising and those two cartridges can be incredibly effective on coyotes (and other predators and varmints) and both have accounted for literally truckloads of coyotes over the years. While the 223 ...
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Best All Around Whitetail Deer Caliber
The Best Gear for Successful Whitetail Hunting: Must-Haves for Every Hunter
· This thing’s light as a feather but tough as nails, so carrying it around all day is no biggie. Snap it onto your rifle or bow, and bam, you’re hitting targets like a pro. Talk about a game changer for whitetail hunting. Optics. Optics for guided deer hunts are super cool gadgets that make spotting deer a whole lot easier.
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Mitch Rompola Buck: The Record-Setting Whitetail
· Mitch Rompola shot a record-setting typical whitetail buck in 1998. The buck scored higher than the current Boone & Crockett record. The Rompola Buck has not been officially entered into the record books. Many believe the Rompola Buck would be a world record if recognized. The buck’s rack had a net score of 216 â , setting state and world ...
Mar 29, 2024
Coues Deer Vs Whitetail Size - Vet Explains Pets
· On average, a mature Coues deer buck weighs between 100-140 pounds, while a mature whitetail buck can weigh between 130-300 pounds. In terms of height, Coues deer stand at around 32-36 inches at the shoulder, while whitetail deer can reach heights of 36-42 inches. One of the reasons for the size difference between Coues deer and whitetail deer ...
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Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Suitability of .22 or .25 calibres for hunting medium-sized game: Both .22 and .25 calibres are suitable for hunting medium-sized Games such as rabbits or raccoons. .22 Calibre: This calibre is widely used for small to medium-game hunting due to its versatility. It offers a good balance between power, accuracy, and trajectory.
Mar 29, 2024
‎Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail Hunting on Apple Podcasts
· Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail Hunting on Apple Podcasts. 2,000 episodes. The Sportsmen’s Empire is a collection of outdoor hunting podcasts for the die-hard sportsman. These podcasts are jam packed with fun and educational information about whitetail deer hunting and other outdoor content that will not only help you in the field, but help ...
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9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· Marlin Model 336. The Marlin Model 336 is a modern lever-action rifle designed for hunters and available in classic calibers like .30-30 and .35 Remington. Its updated features include an open ejection port, chrome-plated breech bolt, and an improved extractor. The rifle is easy to disassemble and clean from the breech.
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Mar 29, 2024
The Exodus Podcast - Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert ...
· [06:47] Who Jared is and his passion for deer hunting [09:33] Jared’s whitetail hunting plans for the rest of this year [15:15] Best states to hunt whitetail based on Jared’s experience [10:41] What has been on the OnX Hunt App shortlist of projects for whitetail hunting [26:04] Why mature whitetails are the hardest to put a tag on
Mar 29, 2024
25 Best Deer Hunting Podcasts You Must Follow in 2024 - Feedspot Blog
· Here are 25 Best Deer Hunting Podcasts worth listening to in 2024. 1. How To Hunt Deer. Welcome to the 'How To Hunt Deer' podcast. This podcast series was designed to educate those who are interested in becoming deer hunters. We cover a v... more. podcasts.apple.com.. 2.
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Best All Around Caliber For Deer And Elk
Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns.
· Gary Lewis Outdoorsman. Shoot Like a Cowboy. Best Calibers for Deer. Bear Guns. Mar 29, 2024 Season 4 Episode 155. Gary Lewis. We catch up with Chris Sulak, a gun guy, real estate agent, and comedian and we talk favorite calibers, favorite long guns, best calibers for deer and bear and how to shoot a lever action like a cowboy, like you mean it ...
Mar 29, 2024
Steyr SM12 Review: Shooting a Classic in 6.5x55 Swede | Outdoor Life
· The Nosler 120-grain E-Tips opened up to 2.639 inches on average. By today’s standards, none of these results are impressive. All told I put 21 groups downrange with the factory loads and collected the brass to reload. A batch of the author’s 6.5×55 Swede reloads to test in the Steyr SM12.
1 day ago
A Complete Guide to Alternative AR-15 Rounds - 80 Percent Arms
· Most use the .300 Blackout round for hunting deer and the occasional wild hog. For anything at ranges of 250 yards, the .300 Blackout drops significantly and fails in comparison to other rounds. 6.5 Grendel. The 6.5 Grendel round is built around the 7.62x39 case, which is the same case used for the iconic AK-47 and utilizes a .264 caliber ...
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I want a 6.8 Western…but… - Rokslide
· The 6,8 Western is what the 270 WSM could have been and uses the 270 WSM as the parent case. Ballistically speaking, the 6.8 Western is an awesome cartridge. Browning uses a 1:7.5” twist barrel for their 6.8 Western rifles and loads the 175 gr Gamechanger for those rifles. Recoil isn’t much more than 270 win.
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9 Best Lever Action Rifles | Get the Best of the Classics - Lynx Defense
· Marlin Model 336. The Marlin Model 336 is a modern lever-action rifle designed for hunters and available in classic calibers like .30-30 and .35 Remington. Its updated features include an open ejection port, chrome-plated breech bolt, and an improved extractor. The rifle is easy to disassemble and clean from the breech.
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Mar 29, 2024
6.8 SPC vs 300 Blackout: Which Is Better For AR-15?
· The 6.8 SPC can share the same exact lower receiver, upper receiver and lower parts kit as a 5.56 rifle would use. For optimal performance we’d recommend getting the 6.8 SPC barrel along with a dedicated BCG for that caliber. If you’re more interested in an Ar 15 300 blackout build we have an 80% build kit with everything you need to finish ...
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MeatEater: The Best Scopes | Milled
· For hunting. Plus, the fastest cartridge you've never heard of, a new magnum caliber battle, and two states consider big changes to wildlife management. ... Tag application deadlines are right around the corner, but even if you don't draw this year, you can still make a big difference for public hunting access. ... out what's wrong with them ...
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Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Also known as 5.5mm, it is considered a versatile all-around calibre for air rifles. Offers a balance between velocity, accuracy, and impact energy. Suitable for small game hunting, pest control, and target shooting. Provides better stopping power compared to .177 calibre for medium-sized games.
Mar 29, 2024
Best Rifle Caliber For Deer And Elk Hunting
Steyr SM12 Review: Shooting a Classic in 6.5x55 Swede | Outdoor Life
· A classic hunting rifle in a classic caliber that speaks to hunting’s Golden Age. By John B. Snow. ... The Best Deer Hunting Rifles of 2024. By: John B. Snow. Best Mule Deer Cartridges ... 6.5 PRC Cartridge Guide. By: John B. Snow. The Best Elk Hunting Rifles of 2024. By: John B. Snow. Tikka T3X Lite Tested and Reviewed. By: Scott Einsmann. 6 ...
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Best out of box accurate 6.5prc? | Rokslide Forum
· What is the most accurate out of box 6.5prc (or any caliber for that matter) hunting rifle you have ever fired? Bonus points for being ultra light rifle. I got a Springfield waypoint in 6.5 prc this year as the first rifle I ever purchased. Killed an antelope deer and elk with it this year. It shoots .75 moa.
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Elk Network Is Hunting With A Suppressor Worth It?
· The simple answer is yes, hunting with a suppressor is worth it, and it always has been. They’re worth it in terms of the financial aspect as well as the hearing protection aspect. You can always make more money, but you can’t make your hearing come back. Here are just a few of the reasons why hunting with a suppressor is worth it:
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Caliber for midweight hunting rifle : r/Hunting - Reddit
Caliber for midweight hunting rifle . ... Primary application will be hunting long range antelope and deer in the desert, might break it out on the occasional elk hunt but will prob lean toward my other rifle on those. And general range fun as well of course. I mostly do truck hunting and day hikes and in the event I scheduled a backpack hunt ...
long range shooting 3 Archives - Gun Reviews and News - GunsAmerica.com
· When choosing a hunting rifle, caliber is an important criteria. Hunting in the west, I want something that can take down deer, elk, black bear, moose, and anything else that I may go out after. Because of the terrain, I also need a caliber that will retain energy to take game at distances beyond 500 yards.
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Ark frame size for deer and elk hunting | Rokslide Forum
· NE FLORIDA in a small town called Palatka. I am going to purchase a ark frame and I'm torn between which size to get. I will be using it 95% of the time for deer hunting with the original Stryker bag. Every other year I go elk hunting using a Gnargali. Right now I have 1 26" duplex frame with my Gnargali bag setup and a 24" duplex lite with my ...
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EP 307: Choosing the Best Rifle Scope for the 2024 Season and an ...
· Maybe you only want one or two hunting rifles. And so you want, you don’t want to have to take a scope off specifically for a certain hunt, although you’d be willing to, it’s nice to have something you could shoot long range, but then it’s maybe a short range weapon as well. Yeah, I would say long range hunting rifle. Minimum of 18 power.
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Which Air Rifle Calibre is Best for Hunting? | Air Arms
· Suitability of .22 or .25 calibres for hunting medium-sized game: Both .22 and .25 calibres are suitable for hunting medium-sized Games such as rabbits or raccoons. .22 Calibre: This calibre is widely used for small to medium-game hunting due to its versatility. It offers a good balance between power, accuracy, and trajectory.
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