Shooting the Japanese WW2 ‘Arisaka’ Type 99 military rifle chambered in 7.7x58mm. This rifle was in service from 1939-45 where around 3.5 million were made. Quick Take The Type 99 Arisaka makes the most sense when its handling, configuration and practical role match what you actually want to do with it. Specs matter, but ergonomics …
There are plenty of hunting knives on offer with varying price points and quality, into the mix is the Montana Knife Company Speedgoat Fixed Blade, a knife that promises rugged durability with an overall lightweight design. As with any product, it’s essential to gauge its key features and overall performance. With that in mind, lets …
When it comes to choosing outdoor gear for back country hunting, there’s a balance between weight, portability and performance. The Kuiu Mountain Star 2-Person Tent has been a popular choice in the world of backpacking and hunting for its promise to deliver just that – an ultralight tent without compromising on durability. We’ll take a …
My first ever centerfire rifle scope was the Bushnell AR 4.5-18x40mm. Needing an optic for a budget .233 bolt gun the AR ticked all the right boxes at the time. Good magnification range, simple reticle, lifetime warranty, not too heavy and just the right price. Quick Take The Bushnell AR 4.5-18×40 is best judged by …
The Maven RS.4 5-30×56 is one of the brand’s strongest optics for shooters who want premium glass, a clean feature set, and real crossover capability between hunting and long-range use.
The benchmark for optical quality in tactical rifle scopes has long been the Schmidt & Bender PM II. It wasn’t a hard choice for me choosing what optic to buy for my Sako TRG for long distance shooting. The repeatable easy to use turrets, alpha tier glass and simple reticles have been a draw card not only …
First announced at Shot Show 2017, The Fix rifle was a new take on the compact bolt gun. The idea behind the rifle is to have a lightweight, compact and accurate bolt action rifle. Looking at each piece in the design you can see how keeping the weight down has been the priority. Quick Take …
The T6Xi series are the latest scopes released from Steiner Optics. This line of tactical optics are a personal favorite of mine, the reticle choices, alpha tier glass, and large turrets make tactical optics very user friendly. Quick Verdict: Steiner T6Xi 5-30×56 The Steiner T6Xi 5-30×56 is a serious tactical and long-range scope aimed at …
Looking for the best precision rifle in 2026? This guide compares the top factory-built precision rifles for long-range shooting, competition, training and hunting.
My bipods get a workout whether its hunting trips in the rugged New Zealand alps, long distance shooting in the harsh western Queensland outback or long days at the range for a competition shoot. Because of these challenging conditions I am always on the lookout for the latest gear that could make life a little …
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