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This week, were taking a look at the Winchester Wildcat SR. A suppressor-ready update of the original Wildcat, it features a shortened barrel and lighter weight, for improved handling. The same great ergonomics and controls keep this at the top of our list for hunt-ready squirrel guns. For more information on this lightweight plinker, check out thevideoembedded above, hosted by Digital Associate Editor, David Herman.MSRP: $279.99; winchesterguns.com
First, the Browning Automatic Rifle addressed in this article is not the renowned 1918 BAR of military fame. I’ve actually seen an American Rifleman editor hunt hogs with a reproduction 1918 BAR. While it was a spectacle to behold, it’s probably not the optimal choice for the deer woods, but hey, who am I to judge? The Browning BAR we’re talking about in this article is the iconic hunting rifle.
Today, we have many more projectile options than we’ve ever had. However, there are still some combinations that aren’t readily available, and some of our older cartridges have become all but unobtainable. Enter a boutique ammunition shop from Montana, the brainchild of Mr. Jon Wemple: meet Choice Ammunition.
Buckshot’s downrange effectiveness varies greatly, from stellar to lackluster, depending on the shotgun/choke configuration and specifics of the load. Here is what you need to know to extract its greatness.
Looking for some last minute gear to take your hunting season to the next level? We have what you need. Check out our list of last minute hunting essentials for the season.