Panfish can be the most fun fish to catch. In my mind, they are just as fun to catch the more infamous bass or catfish. There is nothing like the simplicity and easiness of catching bluegills all day. However, there are very few people who know where to start when it...
Public land elk hunting can be one of the most difficult hunts. This is because there are so many hunters in the same area you are, and elk are just hard to kill. So in this article, we will cover the tips and tricks to help make you a more successful high-pressure...
The 7mm Shooting Times Westerner (STW) is a high-performance, long-range rifle cartridge designed to meet the demands of hunters and long-range shooters alike. Developed in the late 1970s, the 7mm STW has gained a reputation for its impressive velocity, flat...
Two of the most popular magnum cartridges out there are the 7mm Remington Magnum and the 300 WSM. Both of these rounds are regarded as some of the best for big game hunting and long-range shooting. However, which cartridge is superior? Which is better for hunting? And...
Deer hunting is by far the most popular game to hunt. Every year, roughly 11 million hunters go to the woods to hunt deer, but few go into the woods with good knives. And having a bad or unreliable knife when you get an animal down can make your processing job...
The Carp fish is not held in high regard. Most fishermen refer to them as a “trash fish” and will try to avoid or kill any carp they find. However, carp do not necessarily deserve the bad wrap they get. In this article, we will cover the carp as a fish, why it...
Many of the knives on today’s market have serrations, some fully serrated, some partially serrated. Many knives don’t. But what is the purpose of this? And is there any real-world advantage to them? In this article, we will cover everything about serrated versus...
Morakniv is a knife company that has grown in popularity in the past few years. It is a company that is starting to take over the knife company because of the fact that they offer knives at a very affordable price. In this article, we will look at Morakniv in-depth to...
Two high-power, long-range, 30-caliber cartridges are the 300 PRC and the 300 Norma Magnum. However, these rounds are seldom compared although they have extremely similar purposes. So in this article, we will look at these cartridges in-depth to see which is better...
Many venture into the backcountry every year only to experience cold days and even colder nights. Many think they just need more clothes, or that they need a fire, or a better sleeping bag. But when done incorrectly, none of these will help without first strategizing...
Two of America's most popular and renowned cartridges are the 30-06 and the 30-30. These rounds have been among the most influential for hunters all across America. Being among the most popular cartridges in the US, it makes sense to compare the two to see which is...
Two cartridges with rich histories are the 308 Winchester and the 8mm Mauser. But they have their differences: The 308 being a newer cartridge and the 8mm Mauser benign an older “war horse”. So what are their differences? How do they compare? And when would choose one...
Regarding firearm cartridges, the 9mm and the 50 BMG represent two ends of the spectrum in terms of size, power, and application. The 9mm, is a handgun cartridge and the 50 BMG is a heavy-hitting rifle cartridge. But just how do these cartridges differ? And by how...
Target panic is a very real issue that many, if not all, archers will face in their lifetime. And while it is common knowledge that you can get it, not many people know how to fix it. But as a former sufferer of target panic, here are the best ways to correct and...
Two popular, and more powerful, handgun cartridges out there are the 45 Colt and the 454 Casull. They both share a 45-caliber bullet, .452 to be exact, but they differ in cartridge size and performance. So in this article, we will look at each cartridge in-depth, each...
Two of the more powerful and modern long-range hunting cartridges are the 7mm PRC and the 27 Nosler. These two rounds are used for the same things like hunting elk, moose, and deer, but they are not often compared. So in this article, we will compare these two...
The common theme in the gun community recently is 6.5mm or .264 caliber cartridges. They are quickly taking over as the standard for long-range hunting and shooting in part to their ability to shoot high BC bullets. Two of the more popular .264 caliber cartridges are...
When it comes to cartridges, the 7.62mm or (.308 caliber) is one of, if not, the most popular bullet diameter out there. In this article, we'll look at two of the most widely used cartridges: the 7.62x54r and the 7.62x51. Both cartridges have their unique...
Two rounds that have their reputation for use in wars, as well as hunting rounds, are the 308 Winchester and the 6.5x55 Swedish. However, these two rounds are not often compared even though they have similar ballistics. Short Answer: The 6.5x55mm offers...
Two high velocity, high energy, and small bullet diameter cartridges are the 6.8 Western and the 6.5-300 Weatherby. Both these rounds have their reputation for being effective against big game and often times, these rounds are in the same market as each other. With...
The 30-30 Winchester and the 300 Win Mag are two iconic 30 caliber cartridges. Both of these rounds have a reputation of being reliable, dependable, and have been used to take all kinds of game animals. However, these two rounds are not often compared, so, in this...
The 22 ARC is a new cartridge released by Hornady and is part of the same lineup as the 6.5 ARC. However, because the 22 ARC is not a very established cartridge, there is no information about its ballistics. So in this article, we will look at 22 ARC’s ballistics and...
In today's market, two of the most popular cartridges out there are the 300 Win Mag and the 556 NATO. In both the civilian and military market, these rounds are used for a wider array of tasks. Because they are so popular, it would only make sense to compare the two...
The 45-70 is a cartridge that has been around for a very long time. Today it is used for many things, but one question that is often asked is whether or not it is a good deer hunting cartridge. So in this article, we will look in-depth at the 45-70 to see if it is a...
The Remington 700 and 783 are two bolt action models that are still in production and are rather popular in the shooting industry. However, these two rifle models, while the same company makes them, have their differences which should be noted before you choose what...
Two popular 7mm cartridges are the 7mm-08 and the 7mm Rem Mag. Both of these cartridges have been used for everything from big game hunting to long range shooting. However, both of these rounds have their respective differences that should be noted when you compare...
Two popular cartridges in recent years are the 300 Blackout and the 6.5 Creedmoor. Both of these rounds have their unique features that have set them apart from other cartridges making them a popular choice for shooters. However, these two rounds are seldom compared...
Two very popular cartridges that were made for similar tasks are the 300 WSM and the 6.5 PRC. These cartridges were made to give magnum level performance in short action cartridges. But what does each cartridge really do best? what are they best used for? does their...
When it comes to preparing for survival scenarios, having the right firearms and ammunition is a must to be able to survive the biggest challenges that can be thrown at you. The choice of cartridge plays a significant role in determining your ability to hunt for food,...
Two popular rifle calibers are the 6.5 Gendel and the 30-06. And as these two cartridges get more and more popular the question of which cartridge is better becomes more frequently asked. So in this article, we will compare the two cartridges to see which one is...