Is an elk hunt too much for a novice? Here's what two of our readers had to say: From: "Okie Terry"
"To me, that story was a waste of paper. Start a novice on rabbits and squirrels and see if they got what it takes to harvest an animal."

From: Derek Kessler
"What a wonderful story! I really felt she had the greatest first hunt one could have. Although the ending was disappointing I sort of expected that outcome from the very beginning. Casey really seems to understand and appreciate what the hunt is all about, and respects it. Even though she did not pull the trigger in the end,I feel that possibly next time "knowing" what to expect will help the result of a hard hunt more rewarding." You can read more opinions and tell us your own thoughts by scrolling to the bottom of this page. Just enter your name, type your comment into the box, then hit "submit." Your comment will be posted at the bottom of the list. Thanks! --The Editors

Dave liked this tempermental rifle enough to buy one for himself despite its quirks. Here's his review.

11-points don't usually come this easy outside of high fence operations

David Petzal tests the Savage Model 40 and the Thompson/Center Arms R-55