Hunting is seasonal here: deer, hogs, and the field gear that earns a spot in the truck.
Welcome to the Hunting section – straight from a guy who’s been chasing whitetails since he got his rifle and gets stupid-excited every November.
Here you’ll find the gear that actually survived opening-week rain, blood, and mud; budget rifles that shoot way above their price tag; packs and boots I’ve beaten half to death so you don’t have to learn the hard way. No fairy tales—just real hunts, real misses, real drags, and the setups that finally put venison in the freezer year after year. If you’re tired of pretty catalog photos and want the truth from the blind, you’re home.
I built a 6mm ARC in 2021, promised more posts, and then let it sit for five seasons. Deer season got me curious about what changed while I wasn’t looking. A lot, it turns out.
The ATF quit enforcing NFA registration for suppressors on October 9. I own two cans in an NFA trust. Here’s what changes for them, what doesn’t, and why I’m not buying a third.
I waited almost two years to get blood on a custom knife because it was too pretty. Then a doe in December fixed that. Here’s how the Adventure Sworn Huntsman held up, and why I’d buy it again.
Ever seen Toor’s Tanto? Not just any Toor tanto, but the Toor Tanto—a limited-release blade that’ll drive tanto fanatics into a frenzy. Let’s check one out.
A longtime reader asked the 300 Blackout supersonic vs. subsonic question: does the rifle need a new zero when the ammo changes? The honest answer is “it depends,” so here is what it depends on.
Headlamps are a must for hands-free lighting. Spending a little extra for a quality one isn’t a bad idea, but avoid making expensive rookie gear flops like me. Better yet, have a laugh or two and read the story about…
Life throws you a Mullet T? Bet! It’s tactical Tanto time—business up front, party in the grip. I’ve got thoughts: some love, some gripes. Read on for my take on this sexy beast.
Need to spice up your grilling experience? Does leather and Damascus make your heart flutter? You’ll want to check out this BBQ set I snagged from Skallywag Tactical. Read on to get the skinny.
When my Fury HD binos completely failed, Vortex’s VIP Warranty shone. A dead rangefinder display led to not just a replacement, but an upgrade to Fury HD 5000 binoculars, thanks to top-notch service. Read on to see why it’s legit!
Knives, like relationships, can surprise you—a shaky first impression might just turn into a lasting bond. That’s my story with The Wanderer by Skallywag Tactical, a blade that won me over despite early doubts.
