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As Hamlet the Hunter lifted his deer skull trophy towards the heavens, he posed this missive to the universe, “To magnum or not to magnum? This is the question!” When it comes to terminal performance on medium to big game animals, it is hard to beat the effectiveness of the 30-06 Springfield...

When it comes to long-range shooting, the 338 Lapua Magnum is the rifle cartridge that US military snipers reach for when they need to air it out past 1,000 yards. Currently holding the #3 and #10 positions on the ten longest sniper rifle shots in history, the 338 Lapua Mag is an extremely...

The 30-30 Winchester and 30-06 Springfield are two of the most popular big game hunting cartridges in North America and have been in production for well over a century. One was forged on the battlefield while the other cut its teeth in the woods, but both are nothing short of Second Amendment...

When it comes to hunting big game, it’s hard to ignore the 270 Winchester and 30-06 Springfield. Both cartridges see extensive use during rifle hunting season and are the bane of North American whitetail, mule deer, feral hogs, antelope, and elk. There’s no denying that the 270 Win and the...

As you take your seat next to the crackling campfire at elk camp, you look up as the sparks flutter into the night sky. The evening is brisk, and you are looking forward to the hot coffee that is starting to boil in the blue enamel kettle on the fire. Your hunting buddies soon join you after a...

Hey I just purchased my first rifle which is an Arisaka Type 99 converted to shoot 30-06. I know it’s a slightly smaller round and I’ve heard that it will bulge the casings while firing. Other than this will there be any danger to me or the firearm? I plan on purchasing a headspace gauge to...

Whats the number 1 best Scope I can get for my 30-06 that would be in the $100-$200 range?

I have a Mossberg 30-06 rifle. Very basic bolt action (does not even have a quick release) as it is all I can afford right now. I have been wanting to purchase a tactical stock for it or a stock with a thumb hole. Does anyone know of any companies that sell tactical stocks that'll fit a...

I only shot once so... Howa 30-06, 3 Inch Target, 300 Yards, Miss I am trying to get less sloppy so the next time I try 600 yards I'll hopefully be a little more focused. I am using that 3 inch target and only shooting once a day for awhile so i can dwell on what my mistakes are. I am also...