When it comes to modern shotgun shells, science beats size all day long.The 3.5-inch shotgun shell has long been marketed as the ultimate answer for hunters who believe that more power automatically translates into more success. Introduced as a way to push heavier payloads at high velocity, it promised longer range and denser patterns, particularly for waterfowl and turkey hunters seeking an edge.But in today’s hunting landscape, advances in ammunition design, shotgun technology and a deeper understanding of effective range have rendered the 3.5-inch shell unnecessary.Simply put, the 3.5-inch shell needs to die.History of the 3.5-Inch ShellIn the 1970s, there…
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When it comes time to shoot, will you be prepared to deliver the shot you have to? Will you have the skills needed to face down that moment, through all the stress and pressure? Have you invested the time needed to develop these skills so that they click in immediately and without a second thought? Seasoned shooters are intimately familiar with what Rob Leatham and performance shooting calls the shooting process: bring stability to alignment, then press the trigger without disturbing that alignment. Less-experienced shooters often underestimate the tremendous level of mental discipline required to follow this process — especially the…
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NEW from Zeiss comes a spotting scope designed and built for the hunter! Compact, lightweight, and priced to be affordable, the new Apia compact spotting scope puts Zeiss quality in your hand and on your hunt. We got the chance to test-drive the Apia in Oklahoma, and this is one impressive little spotter. ZEISS APIA 20-50×65 SPOTTING SCOPE SPECS: Light Tranbsmission: 87% Magnification: 20-50x Zoom Ratio: 2.5x Lens diameter: 65mm Field of view (Feet, 1,000 yards distance): 144’-81’ Exit pupil: 20x: 3.2mm, 50x: 1.2mm Exit pupil distance: 17mm Subjective field of view: 54-71 degrees Close focusing distance: 11.5-feet Length: 11.7”…
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Canik has just entered the suppressor game with its new VOID series.Canik is one of the latest companies to join the suppressor game with its new VOID series, initially launching with three cans with a fourth to become available down the road a bit. They’re all made in collaboration with Otter Creek Labs, are HUB-compatible and feature low backpressure designs.VOID-556.The three VOID suppressors that are available now are the VOID-556, VOID-556K and the VOID-762. All three feature a stainless steel construction, come with interchangeable front caps, have a black Cerakote finish and an MSRP of $650. The .30-caliber option, the…
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Fall is the time of year when many firearm owners will head out into fields and forests to fill their freezers with harvested game. This includes everything from small game such as rabbits and squirrels to much larger animals such as whitetail deer and elk. Practicing safe firearm handling at the range is a critical step in responsible hunting preparation. Regular range practice helps hunters build safe habits that protect themselves and others. Whether it is for the sport, sustenance, or camaraderie amongst family and friends, you need to remain safe while hunting. So, we are not only going to…
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