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From what I have read and learned talking to other shooters, most started with a Daisy I did and it was a Daisy Model 100 single shot that was cocked by breaking down in the middle like a single barrel shotgun.
A very special firearm need not be an exquisite model, but it will probably be one that occupies a special niche in your dreams and memories.
It was not long before it was observed that a rather large semiautomatic that fires a cartridge that generates up to 600 FT LBS was more than many people could handle effectively. That led to shortening the case slightly and development of the .40 S&W.
With varmint hunting being a time-honored pastime, one of the dedicated varmint cartridges that achieved almost instant success was the .222 Remington. It was introduced around 1950 along with the Remington 722 bolt action rifle.
When the .44 Remington Magnum cartridge was introduced in late 1955, it was the most powerful handgun cartridge in existence. The Smith & Wesson Model 29 came into being and about the same time Ruger produced the .44 Magnum Super Blackhawk®. These handguns provided hunters with tools that could be used on medium game as long as the range was appropriate for the shooter’s skill.
What are handguns used for? First and foremost handguns are used for recreational shooting in various ways. In some cases, that activity may be shooting at paper, steel plates, or steel silhouettes of animals. A handgun may be carried for the comfort it provides when someone is camping or hiking in remote places.
I remembered that old .22 sitting in the safe. I took it out and completely broke it down to give it a good cleaning. I scrubbed off as much of the rust as possible and soaked all the parts in a cleaning solution before putting them back together and lightly oiling the gun.
So, what is so special about the Winchester Model 320? First, it has the classic lines of a sporting rifle. What sets the Model 320 apart from many rimfire bolt action rifles is its performance.
Many years ago, I had the desire for a .243 Winchester. It wasn’t the time to buy anything, but I had a shotgun that was not being used and a dealer nearby had a .243. When I looked at, it was apparent that it was a Remington 700, but the version was unknown to me.
The fact remains that the .257 Roberts used with bullets of lighter weight is a fine varmint cartridge that also performs well on medium game when used with heavier bullets. What do we call such a cartridge? As stated by Jack O’Connor, it is a good choice for all around use.
If you’re just getting into the hunting game, it can be hard to find the best caliber for different game. So here’s a comprehensive list of what caliber...
The old .45 Colt is still an excellent choice for many situations. It may not be available in a pistol that features a 17 round double stack magazine, but with the .45 Colt you would not normally need such capability.
If you’re debating between getting a fixed power vs variable power rifle scope, you can find out which option is best for you and the core benefits of…
In this age of magnums, short, ultra-short, and otherwise, can a cartridge that has been around for over 125 years still have any relevance? If the consideration deals with the .30-30 Winchester, the answer is yes.
We all have our tastes in firearms. Some like a Smith & Wesson .38 Special revolver while others prefer a Glock 9mm. Some like an AR15 but a Winchester 94 lever action .30-30 kindles the flame of other shooters. With the plethora of choices, there is something for any shooter.
There was a time when many shooters and hunters had to get by with one centerfire rifle. Calibers for varmint hunting such as the .222 Remington and the numerous others based on that case did not exist. A rifle chambered for a small-bore wildcat cartridge cost more than the budget could spare and required reloading as a source of ammunition.
The gun, the ammo, the optic, the stock, they all are a part of a unit, and they all need to work together beautifully to give you the accuracy, the results of that bagged buck or bull that you’re looking for. Let’s start with the gun. How do you know if you’ve got yourself a really accurate shooting gun? Truth is, you really don’t know, until you shoot it.
Turkey Hunting has always been a family tradition that occurs every spring on our family farm. I remember being excited to get out of school and ride along with my dad up to the hunting cabin where we would meet up with our usual hunting crew. When we arrived, my grandpa was always there early because he had been scouting the fields before we got there. My uncle would also usually join us in the morning hunt.
Shooting sports can be enjoyed in all seasons, but for many spring is a time to turn to varmint hunting. As a youngster, I dispatched a bunch of rats in the corncrib with an airgun.
We owe a lot to gun writers who are good experimentalists who also have some imagination. One such writer is Warren Page, the late shooting editor for Field & Stream who is generally given credit for initial work that led to the .243 Winchester.