Tactical Upgrade: Benelli M4 EXT Review
We shoot this new addition to the M4 family against a vintage M1 Super 90 The post Tactical Upgrade: Benelli M4 EXT Review appeared first on Outdoor Life.
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Modern Bullets Can Turn the Old .220 Swift Into an Even Better Hunting Cartridge
While the world focuses on heavy-for-caliber bullets, new bullet technology also elevates our favorite classics The post Modern Bullets Can Turn the Old .220 Swift Into an Even Better Hunting Cartridge appeared first on Outdoor Life.
Jack O’Connor’s Final Word on How to Choose a Deer Rifle
Our former shooting editor put this great debate to bed years ago The post Jack O’Connor’s Final Word on How to Choose a Deer Rifle appeared first on Outdoor Life.
Cheap Vs. Expensive PCCs: Here’s What to Expect
In our 2026 Gun test, we put nearly 20 different pistol caliber carbines through the ringer — not all are created equal The post Cheap Vs. Expensive PCCs: Here’s What to Expect appeared first on Outdoor Life.
ZEISS Conquest Apia 65: Compact Spotting Scope at $1,499
ZEISS has announced the Conquest Apia 20-50x65, a compact angled spotting scope aimed at hunters and shooters who prioritize portability without giving up optical performance. The scope weighs 47.6 ounces and measures 11.7 inches in length, with a retail price of $1,499.99.
Gun Owners Had It in Their Power to Defeat Virginia Redistricting at the Polls
Clearly, had more Republicans and gun owners been engaged and voted, the results – and the resulting dangers they pose in terms of “gun laws,” would have been very different.
Which Hellcat Is Right for You?
Springfield Armory came out with their Hellcat micro-compact pistol in 2019. The Hellcat helped establish the entirely new genre of micro-compact concealed carry pistols. Where previously you had the option of either a full-sized 9mm service pistol or an underpowered pocket gun, the Hellcat packe...
9 Old Shooting Myths That Too Many Hunters Still Believe
OL's former shooting editor takes on common misconceptions about bullet penetration, shotgun balance and fit, rifle trajectory, and more The post 9 Old Shooting Myths That Too Many Hunters Still Believe appeared first on Outdoor Life.
TFB Review: Glock 17 Gen6 - First 1,000 Rounds
When Glock announced the sixth generation of its iconic striker-fired polymer pistol series in December 2025, the firearms community responded with the usual mix of cautious interest and the usual skepticism. For me, the release was really bad timing, as I had just bought another G45 Gen 5. Was t...
USS Hornet (CV-12): Carrier that Stung Japan
The USS Hornet (CV-12) stands as one of the most storied aircraft carriers in United States naval history, playing a decisive role in World War II as part of the Essex-class fleet. From its origins as a replacement for the lost USS Hornet (CV-8) to its participa...