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Video: Insider's Tour of Smith & Wesson's Performance Center
How does the S&W Performance Center take standard products from the company's offerings and tune them up?
Handgun Self-Defense: Move to Stay Alive
Here's why learning to move in a self-defense situation is so critical.
CCW: Buy the Best Holster You Can Afford
Sheriff Jim has some advice on your concealed-carry rig.
6 Reasons to Hunt Feral Hogs (Even If You're On the Fence About Hunting)
To start with, everyone who lives near feral pigs will thank you...but there's more. Lots more.
Basics of Shooting: Breath Control
Keeping your shots steady can be as natural as breathing...or not.
Doctor's Rx to Defeat 6 Summertime Health Hazards
Hot-weather hunting, hiking and shooting is fun...here's how to make it safer, too.
What You Need to Know About Rabies
Summertime is great, but unfortunately, it's also rabies season. Here's how to keep your family safe.
Less-Lethal Self-Defense Options
One gun writer's take on the "less-lethal" self-defense choices on the market.
How Do Guns Work? Lever-Actions
A classic American design, explained.
Throwback Thursday: Annie Oakley's Guns
She may only have been 5 feet tall, but this shooter's shadow is a century long.
Reviewed: Tisas Bantam Semi-Auto Pistol
A .45 ACP pistol made that’s made for everyday carry … but looks almost too good to put into a holster.
Shooting Fundamentals: Hold Control
Our simple tips for making every shot count.
Cool Outdoor Job: Natural Resources Pilot
How Joe Barber entered one of the most interesting outdoor jobs out there...and how you can, too.
How To Use a Topo Map & Compass
Learn the basics of finding your way with simple, foolproof tools.
Important Safety Notice: Taurus GX4 Pistols
Taurus will inspect, repair, if necessary, and return your pistol to you, FREE of charge.
3 Things To Know About Wheelchair CCW
Does your physical challenge require a wheelchair or scooter? Read this!
CCI Quiet-22 Ammo: Shoo Away Recoil & Report!
Quiet, quieter, quietest: New shooters and good neighbors alike will love this subsonic practice round.
Shed Antlers Are His Business
Hunting for shed antlers is more than just fun ... it can be a living, too.
5 Things You Didn't Know Would Make You a Better Hunter
Here are five simple things that you may never have thought of that will increase your chances for success.
Memories of S&W's Magnificent K-Frame Revolver
Was the world's best carry gun invented in 1899? Sheriff Jim Wilson weighs in!