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Optics

Thermal vs. Night Vision: Similarities and Differences in the Dark

Which is right for hunting at night?

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Guns

Henry Single-Shot .410 Turkey Camo Shotgun is a Delight

The low-recoiling Henry Single Shot .410 is one of the softest-shooting turkey guns ever made, but with modern high-density shotshell loads, it's a formidable gobbler getter.

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Accessories

Gunfighters Inc Kenai Chest Holster: Bear Defense and Beyond

Keep your pistol close to your chest and safely secured.

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Wheels Afield

Fiocchi Ammunition: The First Family of Ammo and Fast Cars

What it takes to make superb ammunition and supercars.

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Ammo

Load Up: The Best New Ammunition for 2025

Whether you're a dedicated duck hunter, a whitetail deer fanatic, or are looking forward to chasing gobblers this spring, we've got just the ammunition for you on this list. The new crop of hunting ammunition for 2025 is the most impressive in recent memory.

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Guns

The Hottest New Hunting Rifles from SHOT Show 2025

This year's list of new guns contains everything from high-tech muzzleloaders to ultralight rimfires, so no matter the game, the conditions, or the range, there's a rifle on this list for you.

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Optics

Hot From SHOT: The Best New Optics For Hunters in 2025

From rangefinders to binoculars and spotting scopes, we have all the best new optics gear for the new year.

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How-To

How to Fill the Freezer with Lesser-Known Hunt Opportunities

Tired of waiting to draw that trophy tag? Don't overlook other opportunities to fill the freezer.

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Other

Silencer Shop: How to Streamline a Suppressor Purchase

Owning a suppressor is legal, and easier than you think.

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Clothing

6 Best Electronic Heated Hunting Clothes for Cold Weather

Electronic heated hunting clothes can be beneficial in the field, but you need to understand their drawbacks and limitations.

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Optics

Stop Buying Scopes with Big Objectives to Gather Light

Large objective lenses have advantages, but it has nothing to do with light gathering.

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Accessories

Top Reasons I Don't Like Muzzle Brakes On Hunting Rifles

Sure, muzzle brakes can reduce recoil, but they also increase muzzle blast. For the author, the tradeoff is not worthwhile.

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