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By Russ Chastain, About.com Guide to Hunting / Shooting since 1998

Using a Rifle Sling

Wednesday April 30, 2008
One thing about rifles and shotguns... they're all pretty awkward to tote. A sling can be a big help in carrying, controlling, and getting more accuracy out of your gun. ... Read More

Rifle & Shotgun Scopes

Tuesday April 29, 2008
Most hunters these days need to choose one or more scopes for their hunting gear. I used a peep sight for the first two decades of my deer hunting, but ... Read More

Review - Clear Shot Lens Shade

Thursday April 24, 2008
This simple little item could mean the difference between you cussing the sun's glare and bringing home a mess of venison! Read the Review

Turkey Tracks

Wednesday April 23, 2008
Ever wonder what a turkey track looks like? Well, here's the answer. Some pics of turkey tracks found in the woods near my home. Check it out!

Whitetail Body Language

Tuesday April 22, 2008
There's a way to be pretty sure of where your deer's hit... very useful when you think the hit is poor, and you don't want to push the deer (possibly ... Read More

Review: SureFire G2 Nitrolon Tactical Light

Thursday April 17, 2008
This light is compact and bright, but how does it hold up to regular use? Read the article to find out. Read the Review

Basic Shotgun Info

Wednesday April 16, 2008
Why is a shotgun a shotgun? Read the linked article to find out! Hollywood myths? Different types of shotguns and their uses? That's all here! Learn About Scatterguns

Chamber Pressure Explained

Tuesday April 15, 2008
If you do much reading about guns and ammo, you're likely to run across the term "chamber pressure." But how is that information measured, quantified, and used? Follow the link ... Read More

Basic Rifle Info

Thursday April 10, 2008
What makes a rifle a rifle? Well, here's the place to find out! What it's good for, how it got its name, and stuff like that. Learn About it

Field-Stripping an AK-47 Rifle (and Variants)

Wednesday April 9, 2008
Ever wish you had nice detailed directions (with photos) for field-stripping at AK-47 rifle, including variants like the WASR10 and SAR? Well, look no farther. Here's what you need to ... Read More

The Savage 110 and Me

Tuesday April 8, 2008
Savage makes good bolt-action rifles. I've known that personally since the early 1990s. Here's a little history of my "relationship" with the Savage 110, and some of the reasons why ... Read More

Eastern Gray Squirrel, From a Hunter's Viewpoint

Thursday April 3, 2008
I got my start hunting these crafty little critters, and I still find them challenging to pursue. Wary and plentiful, these furry one-pound packages of nut-loving energy can be a ... Read More

Review: UpLULA Universal Pistol Magazine Loader

Wednesday April 2, 2008
Every now and then, I run across something that doesn't really hit me full-force, but the more I think about it, the more I like the idea. The UpLULA Universal ... Read More

Hog Hunt: Down and Dirty in Dixie

Tuesday April 1, 2008
Hunting hogs with dogs... seemed like a strange adventure at the time. But I warmed to it pretty quick-like! So when a friend hosted a hog hunt for charity, I ... Read More

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