Are you allowed to hunt with high-power pellet guns in Pennsylvania? (P.S. Your magazine has taught me a lot in the past years, not only just how to respect the outdoors, but to respect life and other people, so I just want to say thank you.) --M.D.E., age 12 [Read More]
I'm looking to get a new slug gun this year for deer season. I'd like a fully rifled barrel that's very accurate with open sights. I've heard good things about the Mossberg bolt action, but I am also thinking about getting a slug barrel for my Benelli Nova. --J. [Read More]
My question concerns rifle calibers for hunting deer and elk. My two choices are the .308 Winchester or the new .300 Winchester Short Magnum. I own a .308 and it shoots wonderfully with handloads using Varget powder and the 168-grain Ballistic Tip bullet. I know this would work fine for deer, but what about elk? Should I consider the .300 WSM?--J.B. [Read More]
I recently purchased a new Eclipse 209 muzzleloader, which some people tell me is illegal to use in Illinois. Is it? I would greatly appreciate it if you'd get back to me as soon as possible. My e-mail address is.... [Read More]
I'm interested in having a muzzle brake installed on a .416 Remington and would like to know your opinion of muzzle brakes. Do they work? How hard are they on the ears? Who makes a good one? [Read More]
Is antler rattling effective when you're hunting from a tree stand? [Read More]
Q: I live in a hot, damp climate (Florida), and my guns are forever rusting. I've tried one "rustproofer" after another, and none of them seem to work over a long period of time. What do you use? [Read More]