It’s a question of preference for upland bird and waterfowl hunters. Not exactly an “age-old” question since the pump shotgun is just 124 years old, and its rival, the semi-automatic is just seven years younger. Legendary gun designer John Browning patented the Auto 5, the world’s first semi-automatic shotgun in 1900. The prodigious Browning began …
From the hill country of the Carolinas to the Ozarks, the .22 rifle has been the gun of choice since the first experiments with metal cased, rimfire cartridges in the years just before the Civil War. Rural legends, (the country boy version of the urban legend) claim that more game has been taken with the …
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German Shepherds are one of the most popular dog breeds worldwide, and for a good reason. These highly intelligent dogs have served beside a man in so many areas and do so with utmost loyalty. This brave breed has served in wars, police force, security, personal assistance, guide dogs, and the list goes on. But …
Backcountry hunting or fishing is one of the most exciting adventures you can partake in, and like any remote adventure, it requires certain gear. Amongst that gear should be a solid camp or hiking stove. I’ve recently got my hands on the Fire Maple Star X2 and decided to try it out on my mountain …
I purchased my Mosin Nagant from a gun dealer living outside the Ghost Town of Jeffrey City, Wyoming. The gun cost just $75, came with a bayonet and 50 rounds of full metal jacket ammunition. Most Mosin Nagant purchases include that same full metal jacket ammunition. It’s ok for target practice, but not legal or …
Animals have a heightened sense of smell that we can’t comprehend. Lessening, or removing your scent can give you an edge out in the field when it comes to remaining invisible to the game you are stalking. The olfactory abilities of the domestic dog far outweigh anything remotely possible with our own nose, and well …
When it comes to hunting boots, you don’t want any low-quality footwear. Far too often, low-quality footwear will leave you wanting, or worse will leave you with blisters. Boots need to be warm and waterproof but also breathable and comfortable. And they need to be durable. The Original Muck Boot Company is a well-known American …
When choosing a hunting boot, there’s one that stands at the top of the pack, the LaCrosse Alphaburly Pro. But just how good is it? Well, we also wanted to find out. So we put it to the test, a rigorous test at that. We tried it on river banks, in river beds, in bog, …
I’ll be the first to admit I love hunting over dogs. I have hunted over dogs for almost as long as I can remember. But, there was a time when I didn’t have a dog, and if you find yourself in that predicament, I’m here to tell you that it’s entirely possible to go pheasant …
Just like humans, deer, amongst other animals, need salt and a certain amount of minerals in their diets. They must consume the right amount of nutrients with their food to develop properly and maintain good health. Deer would travel great distances for a taste of sodium. There are times that minerals are scarce in the …