Russ' Hunting / Shooting Blog April 2008 Archive

Using a Rifle Sling
One thing about rifles and shotguns... they're all pretty awkward to tote. A sling can be a big help in carrying, controlling, and getting more accuracy out of your gun. ... Read More

Wednesday April 30, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Rifle & Shotgun Scopes
Most hunters these days need to choose one or more scopes for their hunting gear. I used a peep sight for the first two decades of my deer hunting, but ... Read More

Tuesday April 29, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Review - Clear Shot Lens Shade
This simple little item could mean the difference between you cussing the sun's glare and bringing home a mess of venison! Read the Review

Thursday April 24, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Turkey Tracks
Ever wonder what a turkey track looks like? Well, here's the answer. Some pics of turkey tracks found in the woods near my home. Check it out!

Wednesday April 23, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Whitetail Body Language
There's a way to be pretty sure of where your deer's hit... very useful when you think the hit is poor, and you don't want to push the deer (possibly ... Read More

Tuesday April 22, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Review: SureFire G2 Nitrolon Tactical Light
This light is compact and bright, but how does it hold up to regular use? Read the article to find out. Read the Review

Thursday April 17, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Basic Shotgun Info
Why is a shotgun a shotgun? Read the linked article to find out! Hollywood myths? Different types of shotguns and their uses? That's all here! Learn About Scatterguns

Wednesday April 16, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Chamber Pressure Explained
If you do much reading about guns and ammo, you're likely to run across the term "chamber pressure." But how is that information measured, quantified, and used? Follow the link ... Read More

Tuesday April 15, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Basic Rifle Info
What makes a rifle a rifle? Well, here's the place to find out! What it's good for, how it got its name, and stuff like that. Learn About it

Thursday April 10, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Field-Stripping an AK-47 Rifle (and Variants)
Ever wish you had nice detailed directions (with photos) for field-stripping at AK-47 rifle, including variants like the WASR10 and SAR? Well, look no farther. Here's what you need to ... Read More

Wednesday April 9, 2008 | permalink | comments (2)

The Savage 110 and Me
Savage makes good bolt-action rifles. I've known that personally since the early 1990s. Here's a little history of my "relationship" with the Savage 110, and some of the reasons why ... Read More

Tuesday April 8, 2008 | permalink | comments (1)

Eastern Gray Squirrel, From a Hunter's Viewpoint
I got my start hunting these crafty little critters, and I still find them challenging to pursue. Wary and plentiful, these furry one-pound packages of nut-loving energy can be a ... Read More

Thursday April 3, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Review: UpLULA Universal Pistol Magazine Loader
Every now and then, I run across something that doesn't really hit me full-force, but the more I think about it, the more I like the idea. The UpLULA Universal ... Read More

Wednesday April 2, 2008 | permalink | comments (2)

Hog Hunt: Down and Dirty in Dixie
Hunting hogs with dogs... seemed like a strange adventure at the time. But I warmed to it pretty quick-like! So when a friend hosted a hog hunt for charity, I ... Read More

Tuesday April 1, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)