Athlon Untamed's Ballistic's Best Hunting Edition 2026 evaluated three big-bore hunting revolvers: Taurus Raging Hunter in .460 Mag, Smith & Wesson Performance Center 460 XVR in .460 Mag, and Ruger Super Redhawk in .454 Casull. Five experienced handgun hunters scored each revolver across nine categories to determine the best option for serious game hunting.
Ballistic's Best Hunting Edition 2026 evaluated seven leading waterfowl shotguns including Winchester SX4, Browning A5, Mossberg 940 Pro, Beretta AX800 Suprema, Benelli Super Black Eagle 3, Franchi Affinity 3, and Stoeger M3500. Three shooters tested handling, fit, recoil, and performance, finding tight competition across modern duck guns with no single feature guaranteeing success.
Ballistic's Best Hunting Edition 2026 evaluated five rifle suppressors: Sig Sauer Endure 30, IWI IWS7Ti, EOTech DCBL 762, Dead Air Nomad Ti OTB, and Rugged 360 Ti. Testing measured weight, sound reduction, recoil, and point-of-impact shift to determine which suppressors deliver optimal performance for hunters.
Ballistic's Best Hunting Edition 2026 evaluated five advanced laser rangefinding binoculars including the Vortex Talon HD 10K, Tract Toric 10x42 Eagle LRF, Leupold BX-6 Range HD LRF, Apex Synergy LRF, and Leica Geovid Max. The comprehensive testing assessed build quality, ranging performance, glass clarity, ballistic capability, and real-world field performance to determine which rangefinder best serves hunters' needs.
Firearms News releases its October 2026 issue featuring Field Editor Patrick Sweeney's review of the Springfield Armory Saint Victor PDW-Type Pistol. The magazine, celebrating its 80th anniversary, includes articles on firearms from Q, Live Free Armory, Smith & Wesson, Dead Air, and coverage of NFA rulings and Second Amendment news by Editor-in-Chief Vincent L. DeNiro and other contributors.
Ballistic's Best 2026: Hunting Edition tested seven 20-gauge turkey shotguns from Weatherby, Benelli, TriStar, Retay, Spandau, Mossberg, and Thompson/Center across nine categories including accuracy, reliability, and value to determine which guns perform best in the spring woods.
Ballistic's Best 2026 Hunting Edition evaluated seven Ready-To-Hunt crossbow packages from Ravin, TenPoint, Barnett, CenterPoint, Wicked Ridge, Excalibur, and Killer Instinct across nine categories. The competitive field revealed capable hardware in today's crossbow market, with testing focusing on practical performance questions beyond advertised specifications.
The Outdoor Sportsman Group announces Joe Kurtenbach's return as Editor in Chief of Shooting Times, replacing Joel Hutchcroft. Kurtenbach brings over 15 years of industry experience, including previous roles at American Rifleman, Guns & Ammo, and Silencer Central.
Ballistic's Best 2026 evaluates 11 bolt-action hunting rifles across two price categories using standardized testing across nine criteria including accuracy, reliability, and ergonomics. The diverse lineup features traditional platforms, ultralight mountain rifles, and modern chassis designs chambered in cartridges ranging from proven classics to new offerings like .25 Creedmoor and 7mm Backcountry.
Athlon Untamed announces Ballistic's Best 2026: Hunting Edition, a hands-on testing program evaluating hunting firearms and gear across seven categories including rifles, shotguns, rangefinders, suppressors, crossbows, and handguns. Led by Editorial Lead Megan Plete Postol, the program emphasizes real-world performance over specifications.
Bleecker Street Publications announced Karen Hunter as Editorial Lead for Gun University and Contributing Editor for Athlon Outdoors. Hunter brings over a decade of firearms industry experience, extensive instructional expertise through The Hunter Academy, and hundreds of published articles to the role.
Bleecker Street Publications launched a self-service advertising portal offering advertisers 24/7 access to digital display, native advertising, programmatic solutions, and other marketing opportunities. The platform streamlines campaign management across the company's portfolio including Athlon Untamed, RottenGunReviews.com, Ballistic, Tactical Life, and GAT Daily.
Bleecker Street Publications expands its sales organization with the addition of Neal Kaufman and Troy Smith, joining existing representatives Scott Buchmayr, Amos Crowley, and Scott Cherek. The move strengthens the company's ability to connect advertisers with engaged audiences across firearms, hunting, outdoor recreation, and enthusiast markets.
The Armory Life magazine's Fall 2026 issue features the Springfield Echelon Alpha 4.0C 9mm pistol on the cover alongside Dr. Will Dabbs, the "Cantius Award" recipient. The issue includes reviews of Springfield products and pieces on firearms accessories, plus a historical article on a WWI-era flamethrowing bayonet.
Firearms News releases its September 2026 Special Hunting Issue featuring Field Editor Rikk Rambo's cover story on the Horizon Firearms Venatic Carbon Rifle in .300 Winchester Magnum. The issue includes reviews of rifles from Howa, Chiappa, and Springfield Armory, plus articles on suppressors, scopes, and hunting gear from contributing writers including Patrick Sweeney and James Tarr.
The Armory Life has launched its 21st edition digital magazine featuring an Echelon-themed issue focused on the popular family of modular 9mm pistols. The magazine includes a cover story review of the Echelon Alpha 4.0C, in-depth articles on the Variable Interface System, and aftermarket options. Editor-in-Chief Mike Humphries highlights the publication's commitment to delivering engaging firearms content.
Paul G. Markel releases a new book examining the brain's role in gunfighting, exploring how the prefrontal cortex, basal ganglia, and philosophical principles like Occam's Razor and Hick's Law apply to firearms training and lethal force encounters. The book is available as a paperback, Kindle, and audiobook on Amazon.
Hook & Barrel Magazine features UFC legend Dan "Hendo" Henderson on its September/October 2026 cover. The issue explores Henderson's fighting career and mindset, alongside content on archery gear, long-range shooting, trout fishing in Taos, and rifle-crossbow evolution.
Firearms News released its August 2026 issue featuring Executive Editor David M. Fortier's cover story on Ruger's new Harrier AR-15-type rifle chambered in 5.6x45mm NATO. The issue includes reviews of Smith & Wesson's 940-3 revolver, Wilson Combat's Bulwark pistol, and Thunder Beast Arms' Spiro suppressor, plus Second Amendment news coverage.
Wolfe Publishing has unlocked the current issue of Rifle & Handgun magazine for free online reading. The issue features articles on the Lee-Enfield, horse pistols, Primary Weapons Systems MK114 MOD 2-M, and Weatherby's Mark XXII, plus expert columns on firearms and handloading.