Guns are great hunting tools and they're lots of fun, but they can be dangerous, and should be treated with respect at all times.
Robert Ruark was a prolific writer until his untimely death, and he turned out some very good hunting books. "The Old Man and the Boy" is definitely one of the best, and I recommend it to all young hunters - especially those that hunt with me.
The Ruger Security Six was that company's first double action revolver, and it's pretty rugged. It's also known for dependability, which is definitely a plus when a firearm is all that stands between you and an attacker. Check out the story behind this unique popper, what it brings to the table, and what it lacks.
Read About the Ruger Security Six Double Action 357 Magnum Revolver
What about a book about ammunition, listing hundreds of cartridges, including practical and historical information about each one? Got your curiosity piqued? Maybe not... the value of such a book may not be readily evident. In fact, though, this is one of the most-often-referred to books in my reference library, and can really make for some interesting reading.
More than four decades after it was first published, and 17 years after the author passed away, this book is still going strong, with newer cartridges added by subsequent editors. It's not all good, and it's not all bad...
Read about Cartridges of the World
Seems like folks are chomping at the bit for "tactical" stuff these days. Here's some info on ATI's telescoping pistol-grip stock for a Mossberg pump shotgun and the shell holder that goes with it. I also kinda-sorta tried out their heatshield with ghost ring sights, which, in short, sucked.
Read the ATI Tactical Telescoping Shotgun Stock & Shell Holder Review
Read the Drymate Gun Cleaning Pad Review
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