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Electronic and mouth calls, high-tech camouflage, 3-D coyote decoys, too many attractor decoy options to mention, ultra flat-shooting rifles, shooting rests, high performance ammunition — these are the tools employed by just about every New Age coyote hunter. Well into the 21st century, hunters have entered a new age; a time when technology and information can be used to increase efficiency in the field. With the coyote population explosion, producers and wildlife managers alike are scratching their heads. No solution seems obvious. Coyote numbers remain excessively high and hunting appears to be the only viable management option. Great news for … Read more
Crosman Corporation has introduced a ground-breaking new, electronic, precharged pneumatic (ePCP) air rifle created for hunters. According to professional hunter Jim Shockey, “The .357 caliber Benjamin Rogue air rifle offers more knock-down power than any .22 cal rimfire.” The Rogue .357 is a multi-shot repeater equipped with an innovative, micro-processor controlled valve that extends the firing distance and provides accuracy and lethality out to 100 yards,” says Shockey. Ken D’Arcy, Crosman President and CEO, said that the pioneering technologies in this air rifle will, “combine to change the course and perception of airgun hunting in the same way Samuel Colt … Read more
Full test and review of the T/C (Thompson/Center) Prohunter XT — Including range ballistics and accuracy testing! Muzzleloaders have a very fond spot in this hunter’s heart as I have taken my best whitetail bucks with one form or another. Over a span of at least three decades I have hunted with, or had fun on the range with a series of muzzleloaders. However, I have to admit that my earliest muzzleloaders were used strictly for a fun day at the range. With all their associated inconveniences, I never really considered them a viable hunting rifle, particularly when I was … Read more
Sting ‘em with Hornady’s new .17 Hornet! Based on the 22 Hornet cartridge case, the .17 Hornet propels the 20-grain V-MAX at 3,650 fps. Fueled with Superformance propellent, the 17 Hornet Superformance Varmint is economically priced, and delivers the trajectory of a traditional 55-grain 223 load, but is a pleasure to shoot with the felt recoil of a .22 WMR. The 17 Hornet – an economical, fun .17 calibre centerfire cartridge that puts the Sting on varmints out to 300 yards! The .17 Hornet Features: 3,650 fps muzzle velocity with a 20 gr. V-MAX bullet Same C.O.L. as the .22 … Read more
How shooting aids will make you a better hunter. A few years back I considered myself most fortunate to have finally arranged an antelope hunt on one of those ranches in New Mexico where the opportunity to harvest a 16-inch buck was a realistic objective. In fact, with a bit of luck and perseverance, a record book buck was even a possibility. The first morning out that became a reality for one young hunter as he had downed a monster buck on the ranch that easily scored well into the high 80s. Not to be shortchanged, I finally spotted a … Read more
Built on ultra-strong 30mm one-piece machined aluminum tubes, Vortex’s Viper HS scopes deliver increased windage and elevation travel for optimal adjustment. A new optical system highlighted with a 4x zoom range provides magnification versatility and increased eye relief gets shooters on target quickly and easily. Vortex’s XD (extra-low dispersion) glass ensures crisp images from edge-to-edge. Lenses fully multicoated with Vortex’s XR coatings ensure superior light transmission, allowing hunters to take advantage of every minute of legal shooting time. Exterior lenses feature ArmorTek, an ultra-hard optical coating engineered to protect against scratches, oil and dirt. Finally, these scopes are O-ring sealed … Read more
Full test and range review of the Remington Sendero SF II – one of Remington’s premier Model 700 rifles. I’m not exactly sure when the moniker “Beanfield Rifle” was actually coined, but it has been around for some time. I believe it may have been the writer, Jim Carmichael, who first used the term when reviewing one of Kenny Jarrett’s custom-made rifles, but it now more generally encompasses those rifles designed for shooting at very long range. Most of the original rifles of this ilk were custom made and could cost the potential owner more than many cared to fork … Read more
For 2012, Browning is introducing the new Citori 725 12-gauge over-and-under that is the evolution of John M. Browning’s legendary B25 — now, with the modern performance advantage of a low-profile receiver. The new 725 receiver is significantly lower than other Citori 12-gauge receivers, yet the 725 shares the renowned durability of generations of Citori over-and-unders with the same rugged full-width hinge pin and tapered locking bolt design. Citori 725 Field and 725 Sporting Models will be offered for 2012. The new low-profile receivers have a silver nitride finish. Field models feature a high-relief engraving and sporting models feature a … Read more
Anyone interested in getting into reloading has to check out Lyman’s Master Reloader’s Kit. Besides having the newest reloading manual, the kit includes T-Mag or Crusher Press, 1,000-grain electric scale, powder funnel, priming arm and catcher, #55 powder measure, case lube kit, loading block, auto primer feeder and much more. It is a complete set to start the reloading process and the most economical way to get everything you need. Join Us On Facebook! Do You Like What You’re Reading? Subscribe To Western Sportsman Print Edition Today!
