With the uptick in popularity of long-range shooting and advancements in long-range rifles, there are numerous match grade cartridges to choose from. But are any of them suitable or designed for hunting at longer ranges? Hornady, a 60+ year old company famous for match grade ammunition, has filled that void with their new Hornady Precision Hunter […]
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Hunt-Ready AK: The K-VAR VEPR Rifle in .308 Win
A firearm design’s true test of time is reflected in how often it is copied, and perhaps no other design has been copied as much as the AK-47. There are dozens of rifles, pistols and shotguns based on the AK-47, but the VEPR series of rifles ranks among the best made of the progeny. Rifles in […]
Atibal MROC 3x Optic: A rugged light weight sight
The Atibal MROC (modern rifle optic component) is another entry in the short but growing list of optics based on the same patent as the venerable Trijicon ACOG. That patent (having lapsed in 2008) has opened up a big niche in the optics market for those who want something close to what the ACOG provides, […]
Buck 245 Matt Would Go fixed blade knife: Designed and created with Navy SEALs in mind
I can remember getting my first Buck knife from my dad when I was a kid. Little did I know at the time that the 110 Folding Hunter would still be in my possession some 30 plus years later. That just speaks to the quality of knife that Buck produces. Their quality standards hold true […]
Treeman Knives: absolutely brutal in the best possible way
Treeman Knives® started in 1998 with Jim Behring and his wife Deanna in their Michigan shop. They have since grown to be a respected name in the knife world and are used by law enforcement agencies, SEAL teams and other special operations units, and many outdoor enthusiasts. From the first time I laid eyes on their blades at a […]
American Outdoorsman | Olympic Trail Vest | First Look
The history of the American Outdoorsman began as a television show back in 1988. It was there that they uncovered the country’s natural treasures for all viewers to see. The show continues to this day, featuring hunting, fishing, and outdoor adventure activities. With the Olympic Trail Vest, AO has ventured into the clothing realm by […]
Prepping for Bow Hunting
Hopefully you had a successful hunt last year, or at the least, had some fun out in the woods. If you are anything like me, once the season is over all your gear ends up in a state of chaos. Regardless of whether you are a seasoned hunter, or just starting out, these tips can […]
Benelli Performance Shop SBE II Waterfowl Edition 12-Gauge
Let me start out with saying I spend the better part of my fall and winter either sitting in a blind or a marsh off of the Puget Sound duck and goose hunting. The season here in Washington lasts for the better part of 100 days, shotguns get used and abused out here. So the […]
SOG Wood & Bone Saw: First impressions
First I just wanted to take a minute to thank the crew at the Loadout Room for allowing me to take a few months off writing while I attended Fire Academy. Recently I decided I wanted to start volunteering in my community and the academics, and academy really took about all the free time I […]
Muck boots vs. Bogs boots: which are better for hunting?
To a hunter, boots are an essential stuff. A good pair of boots provides good protection for our feet when we’re crossing rough terrains in the forest. They are also more durable than shoes, which allows more movements and higher pressure. So every hunter in the world always wants to have a perfect pair of […]