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Maintaining Military Bolt-Action Rifles
Many of us own military bolt-action rifles that have been in service for more than 100 years. Even World War…Read More >
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The CZ 527 — CZ’s Best Rifle
One of the neatest and classiest rifles of all time is ignored by many shooters. When I fire the CZ…Read More >
Firearms
Review: Ruger Rimfire Precision Rifle
Among the most exciting rifles to come down the pike this year is the Ruger Rimfire Precision Rifle. This is a bolt-action rimfire rifle chambered for the .22 Long Rifle cartridge. The rifle is based on the full-size Ruger Precision rifle. It would make a great understudy for the .308 rifle, but it is also a fine choice for anyone interested in using an accurate rifle for recreational shooting or small-game hunting.
Firearms
Top 10 Rifle Posts of 2017
AR-15s still rule the range when it comes down to a pure numbers race, but that does not mean AKs, bolt guns, and lever actions do not have a place in our collective primer popping heart. Here is a recap of the top 10 rifle related posts on The Shooter’s Log for 2017.
Firearms
Range Report: Model 783 — Remington’s Budget Tackdriver
There has been a revolution in rifle making. Modern CNC machinery and technology allows the maker to build an inexpensive rifle that shoots well, is durable, and offers excellent strength. Among the most affordable rifles is the middle of the road Remington 783. This rifle is between the price leaders and the more expensive Remington 700 and offers performance that just may make it the best rifle deal on the market.
Ammunition
The .270 Winchester—The Rifleman’s Cartridge
Still going strong after nearly 100 years the .270 Winchester has been called the Rifleman’s Cartridge. This is a difficult moniker to argue against. Read more to find out why.
News
Savage Arms Unveils Model 11 Scout Rifle
The new Savage Arms Model 11 Scout Rifle, $794 MSRP, is patterned after Col. Jeff Cooper’s idea of a compact, bolt-action rifle. Click to read more about it.
Firearms
Rifles of the First World War
All troops, both foreign and American, serving in WWI were issued a bolt-action rifle. Due to their reliability and accuracy, bolt-action rifles were common in combat through WWII, and the Model 1903 Springfield saw action through the Korean War… This history snippet gives you a peek into the rifles of WWI.