Scattershot

Q&A Plus Notable New Loads

Two notable new loads are B&P’s 2½" 12-gauge lead load, said to be suitable for “vintage shotguns,” and HEVI-Shot’s HEVI-XII 3" 28-gauge tungsten-composite load....

Beretta A400 Upland 28

Prior to the release of Beretta’s A400 Upland in 28 gauge, Remington was the last gun manufacturer to produce a 28-gauge 3" gas-operated semi-auto...

Nontoxic-Shot Developments

In late 2023 there were two important nontoxic-shot developments announced that should become readily available in 2024. RotoMetals’ Prototype Bismuth Shot RotoMetals, a manufacturer...

On Choosing a Pointing Dog

As bird hunters, we all appreciate the beauty of a classy pointing dog that hunts in control, sticks every point and effortlessly retrieves downed...

Remington 870 Fieldmaster

If you’re a hunter, there’s a good chance that a Remington 870 is resting in your gun closet. Since 1950 more than 11 million...

Season of Giving

As the gift-giving season approaches, you are sure to ask—or be asked—“So what’s on your holiday wish list this year?” This can be a...

Choosing a Shot Type

Today’s shotgunner is confronted (and often confused) by an ever-increasing variety of shot types. Which one to use for what? That is the question....

Sauer SL5 Select Wood

1. Our test gun had a 28", stepped-rib barrel, although 26" and 30" tubes are available. The black-matte-finish barrel is chrome-lined, and a red...

Cover Dogs to Covet

There have been a lot of changes in wingshooting in the past century or so. Side-by-side shotguns have been joined by over/unders, pumps and...

Why Upland Hunters Miss

Prior to each hunting season, it is a good idea to address the issues that have caused you to miss in the past. Everyone...

The Humble Screw

There are many instances where small, seemingly innocuous things are, in fact, of monumental importance. I am reminded of a new pair of hunting...