American Hunter | An Official Journal Of The NRA
WEBFirearm and ammunition reviews, archery coverage and features stories from the staff of American Hunter, an Official Journal of the National Rifle Association.
Shot Placement 101: Where to Shoot a Deer - American Hunter
WEBThe goal of every shot at game is to guide the bullet to the perfect place on the animal so it enters the body and disables or destroys vitals resulting in a swift kill. Here’s a detailed look at the various options.
Review: Henry Homesteader 9mm Carbine - American Hunter
WEBAug 7, 2023 · Henry’s new-for-2023 Homesteader isn’t a lever-action, but this 9mm carbine screams the Henry name, and the 16.37-inch-barreled, semi-auto shooter made an immediate impression on me. The Homesteader has eye appeal for sure, but my mind immediately went to thoughts of home defense, fun on …
How to Achieve Perfect Shotgun Fit - American Hunter
WEBSep 22, 2010 · A shotgun that fits shoots where you look and is easier to handle and more comfortable to shoot.
8 Best Charge-Stopping Bear Cartridges - American Hunter
WEBJun 3, 2019 · Here’s a look at the eight best charge-stopping bear cartridges ever made. 1. .45-70 Government. First adopted by the U.S. military in 1873, the .45-70 Government has been one of the longest-standing big-game cartridges of all time. It’s also been incredibly popular among Alaskan hunters and guides, especially in lever-actions like Marlin ...
7 Top-Tier Hunting Bullets for the .243 Win. - American Hunter
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 ...
Review: Winchester 400 Legend | An Official Journal Of The NRA
WEBApr 22, 2024 · Winchester’s new 400 Legend is a streamlined, mid-sized straight-wall cartridge intended to fill the gap between its wildly popular 350 Legend and the notorious 450 Bushmaster. It is—in our opinion—a masterstroke of genius.
Head to Head: .243 Winchester vs. 6.5 Creedmoor - American Hunter
WEBThe .243 Winchester and 6.5 Creedmoor short-action cartridges are both very efficient and manageable, but which is the better choice for a hunter? We take a closer look at the pros and cons of each.
How to Choose the Perfect Powder for Your Muzzleloader
WEBDec 12, 2017 · Black Powder. A staple for traditionalists, authentic black powder is an option for the modern muzzleloader hunter, too. Thanks to its simple, albeit sensitive, composition consisting of charcoal, potassium nitrate and sulfur, true black powder is easily ignited, which is why—in its FFFFg size—it’s used for priming flintlocks’ pans.
Top 5 All-Around North American Big-Game Cartridges
WEBNov 8, 2021 · With respect to overall performance and ammunition availability, here are the five best all-around cartridges for North American big-game species.