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Find expert firearms reviews from Field & Stream’s shooting and hunting team. We test rifles, shotguns, and handguns for accuracy, reliability, and value across hunting, competition, and defensive applications. From precision bolt-action rifles to versatile semi-auto shotguns, explore comprehensive reviews covering ballistics, ergonomics, and real-world performance to help you make informed firearm purchasing decisions.

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Best Upland Hunting Loads, Expert Tested

By Phil Bourjaily

Our shotguns editor picks the best upland loads for everything from pheasants to woodcock. Including a new all-copper shell for 2025

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7mm Remington Magnum vs 7mm Backcountry

By Richard Mann

How does one of the oldest and most trusted 7mm big game cartridges stack up with the newest?

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HeviShot HeviHitter Waterfowl Load, Expert Tested

By Phil Bourjaily

Our shotguns expert hunted with HeviShot’s new HeviHitter load in Canada and it didn’t disappoint. Here’s a closer look at this premium load

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HeviShot HeviHitter Waterfowl Load, Expert Tested

By Phil Bourjaily

Our shotguns expert hunted with HeviShot’s new HeviHitter load in Canada and it didn’t disappoint. Here’s a closer look at this premium load

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The Best Black Friday Handgun Deals Right Now

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Snag huge early discounts on handguns from Beretta, Sig, Kimbver, and more before they disappear

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Palmetto State Armory’s Black Friday Sale Is Loaded With Deals on Guns, Ammo, and Shooting Gear

By Amanda Oliver

Shop some of the lowest prices of the year on firearms right now

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300 Blackout vs. 300 HAMR

By Richard Mann

These two AR15/mini bolt-action 0.30-caliber cartridges might be similar in size, but they’re very different in performance

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7mm PRC vs 7mm Backcountry: Battle of the Hottest Long-Range Sevens

By Richard Mann

The 7mm PRC became very popular very fast, but the 7mm Backcountry is the groundbreaking new long-range kid on the block. Which is better?

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Winchester Last Call Double Shot, Expert Tested

By Phil Bourjaily

Our shotguns editor tested Winchester’s premium stacked waterfowl load at the range and in the field. Here’s how it performed

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Best Suppressors for Hunting, Expert Tested

By Richard Mann

Our shooting editor tested a number of suppressors in the field and at the range. Here are his top picks

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