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Find the best rifles reviewed by Field & Stream's firearms experts. We test bolt-action, semi-automatic, and lever-action rifles for accuracy, reliability, and field performance across hunting and shooting disciplines. From lightweight mountain rifles to precision long-range platforms, explore detailed reviews covering caliber selection, action types, barrel quality, and stock design to help you choose the right rifle for your hunting or shooting needs.

Tikka T3x Lite Roughtech, one of the best rifles on 2026, resting on a post in a field Rifles

Tikka T3x Lite Roughtech Rifle Review—Expert Tested

By Richard Mann— July 10, 2026

Tikka’s T3x Lite Roughtech is one of the best-performing rifles we’ve tested all year—and it’s a bargain to boot. Check out our full review

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Springfield Armory Heatseeker Rifle Review—Expert Tested

By Richard Mann— July 9, 2026

Springfield Armory’s new chassis-style bolt-action reflects what many see as the future of hunting rifles—and it shoots lights out too

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Franchi MULE rifle balanced on a post in a field Rifles

Franchi MULE Rifle Review—Expert Tested

By Richard Mann— June 18, 2026

Want one gun to do it all? Take a close look at Franchi’s new MULE

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The Weatherby Mark V Backcountry Guide Ti rifle balanced on a post in a field. Rifles

Weatherby Mark V Backcountry Guide Ti Rifle Review—Expert Tested

By Richard Mann— June 10, 2026

The new Backcountry Guide Ti is simply one of the best lightweight hunting rifles you can buy. Check out our expert’s full review

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The 5 Best Lever Action Rifles Ever Made

By David E. Petzal— June 1, 2026

From the Civil War to WWI, we were a lever-gun nation, and the repeaters turned out during that era are still the best lever-action rifles ever produced

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The Best 22 LR Rifles of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Richard Mann— April 30, 2026

Every outdoorsperson should have a 22 LR in the safe, for plinking, small-game hunting, competition, and teaching. Here are the best 22s you can get

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From First Shot to First Buck: The Best Rifles for Young Hunters

By John B. Snow— April 29, 2026

The author reflects on his son’s stellar hunting season

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Lipsey's Ruger Alaskan Bush Rifle balanced on a post in a field. Rifles

Lipsey’s Ruger Alaskan Bush Rifle Review—Expert Tested

By Richard Mann— April 14, 2026

Our shooting expert puts Lipsey’s exclusive Ruger Alaskan Bush Rifle to the test. Check out his full review

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Sako Grizzly Rifle Review—Expert Tested

By Richard Mann— March 26, 2026

The new Grizzly is a good-shooting, great-looking rifle in the classic style. Check out our expert’s full review

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Weatherby Vanguard Black Hills Rifle Review—Expert Tested

By Richard Mann— July 23, 2025

The latest in Weatherby’s Vanguard line, the Black Hills is a tack-driver with the right load, and it sells for well under $800. Check out our expert’s full review

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