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Topics: "With shooting glasses, it's what doesen't meet the eye that counts. Comparison of products, materials and brands. Excellent review of products available." Manufacturer(s): "Randolph Ranger,Decot Hy-Wyd II,Zeiss Scopz,APST Eagle,"
Topics: T. Roosevelt's hunting expierences as taken from his own books on the subject.
Topics: The most critical problem in designing a break-open breechloader is how to keep it closed tightly enough to withstand firing. Top fasteners are a perfect solution. Gunmaker Craftsmen: "Greener, W.W. Westley Richards Smith, L.C."
- By: David Trevallion
- and Michael McIntosh
Topics: "Products reviewed: Americase protective cover for aluminum gun cases, Browning's insulated shooting jacket, Moultrie Pet Products' Point Alert dog collar, Lady Thompson Shooting Vest for women and teed shooting garmets from Game Fair, Ltd." Manufacturer(s): "Americase ,Browning,Moultrie Pet
Topics: "Game bag subject items: New AYA guns available: 453 boxlock and No. 1 deluxe, Browning's introduces the Gold Hunter 3 1/2" auto-loader, La Becasse opens, New Merkel factory opens and Outdoor Images has a new woodcock video, Canadian gun laws, Custom gunmakers directory available and Asprey,
- By: Jerry Russell
- , Tim Jones
- , Tony Jackson
- , Vic Venters
- and Tim Leary
Topics: "The menue: Roast goose with pine nuts & raisin cognac stuffing, sauteed mustard greens, cooked apples, cornsticks and floating island."
Topics: "The new CRP states that fostering wildlife is one of its goals, however the Corn Belt States lost much of the acreage previously placed in the program. "
Topics: "All about non-toxic shot. The pros and cons of steel, tungsten and bismuth."
Topics: "Hunting bobwhite quail in the Midwest and the Ozarks. The hunting is not what it used to be, but no matter what might be wrong in life, it isn't so bad that the quail songs can't help put it right." Dealer(s): "Iowa,IA" Dog Type(s): Bobwhite Quail
Topics: Anecdotes about taking care of someone's puppy. Breed(s): Labrador Retriever
Topics: Recoil and felt recoil (kick) are two different phenomena. Ways to reduce kick include the use of gas-operated semi-autos.
Topics: A mother bear and cub visit the Major in camp.
Topics: Practice with a trap of your own. Manufacturer(s): SporTrap
Topics: Photo essay - pheasant hunting. Snow changes the face of it. Dog Type(s): Pheasant
Topics: The Parker hammerlessa'a gun that got its reputation the old-fashioned way: It earned it. Dealer(s): "Meriden, CT,Connecticut" Gunmaker Craftsmen: Parker Bros. Gunmaker Manufacturer(s): H model
Topics: Rites of passage and a boy's first goose. Dealer(s): "Idaho,ID" Dog Type(s): Canada Goose
Topics: "Measuring the barrel by using the proper gauges will judge a gun's safety. If you can't, find a reliable gunsmith to examine an expensive used gun before you buy it."
Topics: "Some hunters expect to hit them (grouse) all, but sometimes you just plain miss. After all, there is a lot of space around 'em. " Dealer(s): "Vermont,VT" Dog Type(s): Grouse
Topics: "Sea duck hunting requires a serious investment in boats, motors, decoys and can be dangerous. It is not for the inexperienced and the services of a professional guide is a good option." Dealer(s): "Maine,ME" Dog Type(s): Eider Scoter
Topics: "If you like the handling of classic British game guns, you'll want to take the Arrieta 2" home." Gunmaker Craftsmen: Arrieta Gunmaker Manufacturer(s): Wingshooter's Light Game Gun
Topics: My Midland 12-bore was inscribed "For 2 Inch Cases Only". Who says bigger is better? Listing modern sources for 2-inch ammo and tips on reloading them. Gamebird(s): 12 Gunmaker Craftsmen: Cogswell & Harrison
Topics: "Books Reviewed: Duck Hunting by Dick Sternberg & Jeff Simpson, Old Wildfowling Tales, Volume II by Worth Mathewson, The Trickiest Thing in Feathers by Corey Ford, Black's Wing & Clay and Blue Book of Gun Values by S.P. Fjestad."
Topics: Remembering one's favorite thingsa'like the secret places where I hunt.
Topics: "Whether your dog is a pointer, flushing or retrieving breed, steadiness can only be beneficial."
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