A Beginner’s Guide to Nilgai Hunting

Nilgai hunting is gaining rapid popularity in Texas thanks to the thrill of hunting such a large, wily animal as well as the high yield of delicious meat you get if successful. Nilgai, originally from India, are a popular big-game species to hunt in some areas of Texas. The exotic game is highly sought after

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Selecting a Rifle Barrel for a Custom Build

Selecting a rifle barrel for a custom build is a critical step in building your ultimate rifle. Shooters who are building a custom rifle are in for a real treat. While “off-the-shelf” makes and models have greatly diversified their offerings, mass-produced firearms will always lack the fine fit of a tailored setup. Bespoke rifles should

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42mm vs. 50mm Objective

42mm vs. 50mm Objective – Which is Best? | TRACT design and engineer performance-grade optics without the added retail costs.

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Best Scope Magnification for Deer Hunting

Choosing the ideal scope magnification for deer hunting largely depends on where you hunt and your own personal price point. When choosing a scope, magnification is indeed an important factor. In fact, it’s probably the first number most of us look at, asking: how much can I zoom in? While scope magnification can sometimes make

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Best Rifle for Beginners

The best rifle for beginners encompasses a multitude of important elements, including reasonable recoil, available ammunition, and the ability to actually shoot it accurately. The best rifle for beginners encompasses a multitude of important elements, including reasonable recoil, available ammunition, and the ability to actually shoot it accurately. Factors such as size, weight, caliber, action

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Shooting a Rifle Accurately in High Wind

Shooting a rifle accurately in high wind can be a challenge, but with the right techniques and a bit of understanding, it is possible to do it well. To ensure accuracy when shooting in high wind, especially at long distances, there are several steps you should take. The first is learning how to read the

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Improving Accuracy of a Factory Gun

To hear a 4th generation custom gun builder say “Not everyone needs a custom gun” shows the confidence Bobby Hart of Hart Custom Rifles has in his shop to help anyone seeking to improve their accuracy no matter their budget.  “There are definite things you can do to a factory gun to help improve accuracy without changing out the scope, the barrel or the stock” Bobby explains.

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