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Our experts weigh in on their preferred rifle cartridge - .22-250 vs. .223 - for hunting coyotes. Best Coyote Cartridge? .22-250 vs. .223

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Joseph von Benedikt & David Faubion

From deer to bear, these 10 big-game rifle cartridges have proven themselves most worthy in the field. Top 10 Big Game Cartridges for North America

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If you're at all interested in lever-action rifles, chances are it's fanatical in nature; here's a look at what's new for 2021.7 New Lever-Action Rifles for 2021

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The 10mm may be the perfect sidearm when a grizzly charges. Is the 10mm Enough Gun for Bear Defense?

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Massaro with a Mozambican Cape buffalo, cleanly taken with a Heym 89B in .450/400 3Big Bore Hunting Cartridges for the Biggest Wild Game

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Whatever your hunting philosophy, there's a capable deer bullet that fits your needs. Here's a look at a handful of the finest available today.The Best Deer Bullets Anywhere

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The best scopes you can find for less than a grand. New Long Range Scopes for 2021

New Long Range Scopes for 2021

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Perfection takes practice, a little skill and the understanding that not all steaks are created equal. How to Properly Grill Venison Steak

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From trajectory to penetration to recoil, we evaluate this cartridge for the big-game use case.Is the .308 the Perfect North American Big Game Cartridge?

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Founded 174 years ago in a small German precision mechanics and optics shop, Zeiss Sports Optics carries a much older and larger footprint than most hunters know of the brand. Join host Laden Force in Episode 1 of 6 about the brand, as he provides an overview of Zeiss' history, their involvement of premier manufacturing in many other categories and near 2 centuries of R&D to help confirm the credibility of the rifle scopes or binoculars that you see at your local retailer. From their involvement in Apollo 11 to assists in numerous Nobel Prize awards, Laden explains that the technologies used in Zeiss Sports Optics are not only founded but validated. Tested Tough: History of ZEISS Optics
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Hearty and flavorful, this curry is simple to make and requires just a few ingredients you can likely find at your local store. The cooking method turns tough cuts tender, making it a great choice for shoulder and hindquarter cuts from deer, elk and other venison. Bonus points if you use axis deer, which are native to India. Venison Curry Recipe
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These egg rolls come together fast, making them a great choice for an afternoon snack, a tailgate appetizer or as a side dish with an Asian-inspired wild-game dinner. No birds in the freezer? Use the same technique with ground venison. Pheasant Egg Rolls Recipe
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Skip the deli and make your own pastrami from whitetails, mule deer, elk or other cuts of venison. The process is simple, though it does take some time for the meat to brine and smoke. This technique also works great with goose or ducks breasts as well. Venison Pastrami Recipe
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