I was talking with a friend who had been deer hunting and he was very excited because he had just “snagged an 11-pointer.” Although I have relatives that hunt and even a sister that has shot a deer, I am not familiar with deer hunting terms. I assumed that an 11-pointer was good and congratulated ...
The 7mm-08 Remington is a cartridge based upon the .308 Winchester. By necking a .308 Winchester case down to .284 or 7mm, a cartridge was developed that would generate a higher velocity than the original. This higher velocity meant that the 7mm-08 Remington would shoot with a flatter trajectory than the .308 Winchester. Other benefits ...
The Tasco Essentials 7X35 binoculars will remind many old time deer hunters of the standard binoculars popular in the 1970s and 80s. Retailing at about the $30 mark these binoculars will not be featured on the cover of the national hunting magazines any time soon. However, for those just getting started in deer hunting or ...
Bow hunting for whitetail deer is a great way to spend time in the woods as well as a great way to fill the freezer with venison. Bow season generally provides an opportunity for hunters to spend time in the woods without much competition. The combination of a n exciting hunt and some alone time ...
Buying your favorite deer hunter yet another camo or blaze orange ballcap or humorous cartoon book is sometimes the easy way out, but not every hunter appreciates cliché deer hunter gifts. Every year, thousands of hunters unwrap holiday gifts they will never use, and will likely donate to their wife’s spring garage sale. If you ...
The H&R; Ultra Slug Hunter is a single shot rifled shotgun designed for firing slugs while hunting big game. Those familiar with the Harrington & Richardson or New England Firearm (NEF) line of single shot shotguns or rifles with find the Ultra Slug Hunter to be a familiar tool for hunting. The simple line of ...
When deer hunting, whether or not you can keep your feet warm can make the difference between staying on stand and heading for the cabin. Having cold feet can ruin even the best day in the woods, making a productive day into a miserable one. Here are some tips that deer hunters can use to ...
Every deer hunter has an opinion on the best choice of gear, the choice between a fixed and folding knife is no different. Each of these types of knives has a number of advantages and disadvantages for a hunter to consider. Here is a look at some of these advantages and disadvantages that I have ...