Category: hunting

Good or Garbage? Howa Hera H7 Bolt-Action Rifle

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Hera Arms H7 chassis for the Howa short action

The Hera Arms H7 chassis is a modern and easy-to-use stock system for the Howa short action system. Made of fiberglass-reinforced polymer with an aluminum V-block and aluminum forestock, it comes with two spacers and a polymer cheek piece support. Is it good or garbage? Watch the video to find out.

What to look for in a chassis or stock upgrade

  • Rigid bedding: an aluminum V-block gives the action a stable base.
  • Adjustability: spacers and a cheek piece let you fit the rifle to you.
  • Compatibility: match it to your exact action.

Gear

Compare scopes at OpticsPlanet, find ammo at Natchez, and get tools and cleaning supplies at Brownells. For walnut stocks, see WOOX.

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Howa 4lbs 3oz Bolt-Action Rifle

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Howa Superlite at 4 lb 3 oz

The Howa Superlite is one of the lightest production bolt-action rifles on the market at about 4 pounds 3 ounces.

Why a super-light rifle?

  • Carry comfort: great for long hikes.
  • Handling: very quick to point.
  • Recoil: lighter rifles kick more, so choose a cartridge you can shoot well.

Gear

Compare scopes at OpticsPlanet, find hunting ammo at Natchez, and get tools and cleaning supplies at Brownells.

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Turkey Hunt Clean Cook!

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Wyoming turkey hunt: clean and cook

Hunting turkeys in Wyoming is a great way to put dinner on the table. This video follows the hunt and shows how to clean and cook the bird.

Tips for a turkey hunt

  • Know the rules: check Wyoming licensing, seasons and tags.
  • Scout: the onX Hunt app shows land boundaries and access.
  • Camouflage: turkeys have sharp eyes. See Pnuma Outdoors apparel.
  • Shotshells: use a load that patterns well from your shotgun. Find them at Natchez.

Gear

Browse more outdoor gear at Sportsman’s Warehouse.

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Black Bear on the Loose!

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Wyoming black bear on the loose

Wyoming is home to black bears, and this video catches one on the loose only 100 yards away. If you hunt or hike in bear country, always carry bear spray and know how to react.

Bear-country safety

  • Carry bear spray: keep it where you can reach it quickly.
  • Make noise and stay aware: avoid surprising a bear.
  • Keep food secured: store it away from camp.
  • Glass the area: good optics help you spot bears early. Compare binoculars at OpticsPlanet.

Gear

Scout with the onX Hunt app, dress for the backcountry with Pnuma Outdoors apparel, and browse outdoor gear at Sportsman’s Warehouse. Check Wyoming hunting regulations before you go.

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IT BLEW UP! Walther WMP

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Walther WMP .22 WMR test

In this video, we test the Walther WMP, the Walther Magnum Pistol, chambered in .22 WMR. In this test, the pistol failed to cycle properly and blew up.

What to take from it

  • One test is one data point: this is what happened with this pistol and this ammo.
  • Safety gear matters: always wear eye and ear protection. See ShellShock electronic hearing protection.
  • Stop on malfunctions: if a firearm fails to cycle properly, stop, make it safe and inspect it.

Gear

Find rimfire ammo at Natchez and True Shot Ammo, and get cleaning supplies at Brownells.

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Custom Bolt-Action Precision Rifle!

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Beautiful custom bolt-action rifle

Custom bolt-action rifles combine premium actions, barrels and stocks into a rifle built for accuracy and looks. Watch the video above for a look at this one.

What goes into a custom rifle

  • Premium action: a precisely machined foundation.
  • Quality barrel: the biggest factor in accuracy.
  • Stock: fit, finish and bedding. For walnut stocks see WOOX.

Gear

Compare scopes at OpticsPlanet, find ammo at Natchez, and get tools and cleaning supplies at Brownells.

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Should You Get an LPVO Scope?

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Should you get an LPVO scope?

In this video, we test and review the Gunnr Optics Odin 1-10×28 FFP scope to help you decide whether an LPVO is right for you.

What an LPVO offers

  • 1x for close shots: fast on near targets.
  • Higher magnification for distance: reach out when you need to.
  • First focal plane (FFP): the reticle scales with magnification.

Gear

Compare more LPVOs at OpticsPlanet, find ammo at True Shot Ammo and Natchez, and get AR parts and cleaning supplies at Brownells.

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Wheel Guns and Gongs

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Wheel guns and gongs

Revolvers and steel gongs make a great combination. In this video, I shoot steel with a few wheel guns.

Shooting steel with revolvers

Gear

Find revolver ammo at True Shot Ammo and Natchez, and get holsters and cleaning supplies at Brownells.

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Ruger American Gen II vs Savage Axis | Ruger Better than Savage?

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Ruger American Gen II vs Savage Axis

In this video, we compare the Ruger American Gen II against the Savage Axis bolt-action rifle.

How to compare

Gear

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