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Field & Stream’s gun coverage brings together expert reviews, buying guides, recommendations, and advice to help hunters and shooters choose the right firearms and equipment. Our writers and editors evaluate guns and shooting gear, explaining what works, where it works best, and what to consider before making a purchase.

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Shotgun Review: The Benelli Ethos Cordoba BE.S.T.

By Phil Bourjaily— June 13, 2024

The Ethos Cordoba BE.S.T. is a high-end shotgun that’s ideal for high-volume dove hunts. But how does it stack up as a waterfowl gun?

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The Weirdest Wildcat Cartridges You’ve Never Heard Of

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

From the .35 SuperMann to the 9.3 BS, these six wildcat cartridges were too strange, impractical, or obscure to take off

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12 Gauge vs 20 Gauge for Hunting Just About Anything

By Phil Bourjaily— June 13, 2024

Our shotguns editor sheds some light on the age-old 12-gauge vs 20-gauge debate

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308 vs 30-06: Battle of Two Classic Big Gamers

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

Both of these classic 30-cal big game cartridges have more than proved themselves in the field. But when it comes right down to it, which should you be carrying?

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10 Cheap Rifle and Shotgun Loads that Perform Great in the Field

By Phil Bourjaily— June 13, 2024

You can spend big bucks on a high-quality ammo””but you don’t have to. These 10 loads are hard on game and easy on the wallet.

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Hillbilly Guns: 6 Firearms Self-Reliant Country Folk Trust

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

One generalization you can safely make about hillbillies is that they are well-armed. Here are the six guns””from a traditional muzzleloader to an AR-15″”that every hillbilly should own

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The Best Gun Cleaning Kits

By T. Logan Metesh— June 13, 2024

You found a good gun, now find a good gun cleaning kit to keep it firing

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5 Great Gun Oils, According to an Expert

By T. Logan Metesh— June 13, 2024

To ensure proper function when you need it most, your gun needs to be a well-oiled machine. To achieve this, you need to use the best gun oil

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The 5 Best Gun Cleaning Solvents

By T. Logan Metesh— June 13, 2024

Taking the time to clean your guns is important, and when you want them to be as clean as possible, you need to use a good gun solvent

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10 Great Classic Deer Rifles You Won’t See at Camp

By Dave Hurteau— June 13, 2024

These deer guns are cool, classic, and still get the job done. Yet the only way you’re apt to see one at camp is if you bring it.

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