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Hot for Nilgai

One thing is for sure, long-range shooting is not required for Nilgai, and a good bullet placed properly will still kill even the hardiest of animals.

The All-Purpose .41

The All-Purpose .41

To me and many others, the .41 is no longer the “Middle Magnum” or “Forgotten .41”. It is and has always been the All-Purpose .41. 

Field Test: Easton 4MM Axis Long Range

Field Test: Easton 4MM Axis Long Range

When an arrow proves itself in practice and then again in a hunting situation, it’s an arrow that will be in my quiver for a very long time.

Tips for Selecting and Using Elk Calls

Tips for Selecting and Using Elk Calls

Whether you are a new elk hunter, or you have been elk hunting for years, there is a lot that goes into being effective at calling elk. With so many different calls on the market, it can be a daunting task trying to select an elk call because each one has its own unique design features that create a unique spectrum of sounds and fit within your mouth.

The Savage Arms Impulse Makes a Memorable Debut in Africa

The Savage Arms Impulse Makes a Memorable Debut in Africa

When Savage Arms released their Impulse straight-pull rifle in early 2021 I never imagined my 6.5 Creedmoor might be the first one to make it to the plains of Africa, or that my first-time hunting friend would claim first blood with it.

Best Big Game Cartridge: Big and Hard-Hitting, or Small and Sweet Shooting?

Best Big Game Cartridge: Big and Hard-Hitting, or Small and Sweet Shooting?

Smaller calibers and cartridges kick less. They tend to be accurate and are certainly easier to shoot well. Loaded with a premium bullet they penetrate deeply and create a devastating wound channel. They do everything a big, hard-kicking caliber can do, right?

The Affordable Safari; Your African Dream Hunt, Part I

The Affordable Safari; Your African Dream Hunt, Part I

An African safari is just about every hunter’s dream – the ultimate hunting experience. A chance to see and chase game we’ve only seen on TV, online, or in a zoo may seem out of reach or above the average hunter’s paygrade. I recently found out that was not actually the case.