The Sport III is, arguably, the gun that S&W should have been making years ago. It gives shooters more of what they want, but there are still some significant shortcomings with the Sport III, as you might expect of many ARs in this price category.
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Garmin Xero C1 Pro: The New King of Chronographs
Updated: January 7, 2024I believe the Xero is going to fundamentally change the shooting world and dominate the chronograph market. Some call it revolutionary. I call it the best invention since pizza and the answer to this gun writer’s prayers. Here’s why.
Field Tested: Ruger American Go Wild Rifle in 7mm PRC
Updated: January 4, 2024One of America’s most popular affordable hunting rifles is now chambered for the new hard-hitting, flat-shooting 7mm PRC.
Tested: Caldwell’s Precision Turret Rest
Updated: November 19, 2023The Precision Turret rest is, hands down, the best rest I’ve ever used for zeroing and practicing with ARs at the bench. It works so well because it was engineered specifically to accommodate the unique characteristics of AR rifles.
Bergara Premier Canyon Rifle: A Heavy Hitting Lightweight
Updated: December 4, 2023In choosing a hunting rifle, there’s often a trade-off between weight and accuracy. Ultralight rifles are a joy to carry, but many hunters struggle to shoot them as accurately as they can shoot heavier, more stable rifles.
Tested: Savage Model 110 Carbon Predator rifle
Updated: January 12, 2024The Carbon Predator is an accurate, updated, lighter version of the venerable Model 110 with a Proof Research carbon fiber-wrapped stainless barrel and a stock that allows for a custom fit.
High-Grade Upgrade: Benelli’s Lupo Rifle Gets a Beautiful Walnut Stock
Updated: September 24, 2023With the Benelli Lupo Walnut, you’re not just getting a very accurate hunting rifle. You’re getting a visually stunning rifle that deserves to be treated as a family heirloom.
Tested: Bushmaster’s 450 BOAR Rifle
Updated: June 5, 2023This rifle is built specifically for hunters, and as its name implies, the gun is chambered for the potent 450 Bushmaster cartridge, turning an AR-15 into a thumper of a hunting rifle for most North American game when used within the round’s range limitations.
Ruger’s New SFAR: A Big Surprise In A Small Package
Updated: January 8, 2023If you want to hunt big game with an AR, the SFAR may be the answer to your prayers.
Nosler’s Stunning New Model 21 Rifle
Updated: December 5, 2022This gun is not cheap, but if you’re looking for a high-quality factory rifle that comes close to being a custom-built gun, the Model 21 may fit the bill.