Henry Repeating Arms Named Our 2018 Company of the Year
Henry has stood for quality and reliability while providing award-winning customer service on a personalized level.
Barrett Sovereign Rutherford Named Our 2018 Shotgun of the Year
Versatile enough for either a beginner or an experienced hunter.
Dallas Safari Club Receives Our 2018 Sporting Heritage Award
DSC works to conserve wildlife and wilderness lands, to educate youth and the general public, and to promote and protect the rights and interests of hunters worldwide.
Dead Goose Falls, Knocks Hunter Unconscious
Gives a whole new meaning to someone calling out, “Duck! Duck! Goose!”
Utah to Offer More Black Bear Permits
The number of bears there has almost tripled in less than 20 years.
FLIR Introduces Compact Thermal Imaging Monocular, Multiple Night-Vision Products
The new offerings broaden the selection of thermal and night-vision products for both tactical professionals and hunters.
Port Eads is Our 2018 Fishing Destination of the Year
“I have fished only one place in the world that offers angling opportunities from practically A to Z.”
Dr. Dale Rollins to be Inducted into Texas Conservation Hall of Fame
Dr. Rollins is being honored for a lifetime of conservation achievements, including the development of the Bobwhite Brigade youth program, which has evolved into a statewide program called Texas Brigades.
Sauer Introduces New Rifles in its Sauer 100 Line
These entry-level rifles are perfect for those who have a limited budget yet still expect maximum performance and style.
Stay On Target for Trout
St. Croix’s new Trout Series rod helps anglers take aim and catch fish from the tiniest tangles.
Sig Sauer Receives Our 2018 Special Editor’s Award
Its diverse product line and complementary training programs are unmatched in the firearms industry.
The Webb Farm Named 2018 Hunting Lodge of the Year
One of the best and most cordial near-wild quail hunting experiences in the country.
John Banovich is Our 2018 Sporting Art Award of Excellence Recipient
Banovich captures on canvas the essence of a creature and shares it with others in a way that inspires them to not only see the art but react to it.
Rapala Celebrates the Super Bowl with Rooftop Ice Fishing
Pregaming Minnesota style.
Gunwerks’ Helios Named Our 2018 “Rifle of the Year”
The Helios takes Gunwerks’ long-range shooting system and makes it ultralight via a number of special features.
SEWE Prepares for its 36th Annual Event
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition will once again be held in Charleston, South Carolina, and Sporting Classics will be there to help celebrate.
Rigby’s Highland Stalker Receives Our 2018 “Timeless Classic” Award
This highly anticipated rifle, inspired by the Rigbys of yesteryear, was the perfect choice for this award of excellence.
Leica’s New Rangefinder Goes Long and Short
Not only does the CRF Rangemaster 2700-B lead its class with an effective range of 2,700 yards, it also features 0.1-yard accuracy under 200 yards for bowhunters.
Franchi Debuts Its First Rifle
How do you ensure a brand-new rifle design will survive and thrive in a crowded market? Focus on ergonomics, and focus hard.
New Details on Mauser’s M18 Bolt-Action Rifle
More info on its stock, receiver, etc.
Leica Debuts New Geovid Binoculars
Same great glass and ergonomic design, now with increased ranging capabilities and new features for bowhunters.
Gunwerks Revolutionizes Gunstock Design
The company is introducing three new stock styles in 2018, each with features meant to improve your hunting and shooting accuracy.
Syren Introduces New L4S Sporting
A slender forend, a higher cheekpiece, and a number of other features designed to make this the sporting gun for women.
Weatherby is Moving to Wyoming
Bye-bye, California.
Harry Selby (1925-2018)
The renowned PH died at his home in Botswana Saturday from an undisclosed cause.
Kimber Announces Manufacturing Expansion in Alabama
The new operations will begin in early 2019, with a new design engineering and manufacturing facility in the City of Troy.
Wyoming Inches Toward Grizzly Season
Come loaded for bear, but not just yet.
Mauser Introduces M18 Bolt-Action Rifle
Mauser quality at an affordable price.
Mr. Bob Isn’t a Gentleman
Gunning for quail at a legendary Georgia plantation.
Gundog Rescued After Retrieving Stranger’s Pheasant
The movie script practically writes itself.
Houston Safari Club Changes Convention Venue
The annual gathering will be in a new locale in 2018, and Sporting Classics will be there!
Gordon MacQuarrie: Purveyor of Delightful “Drivel”
MacQuarrie was a giant in what might well be reckoned the golden age of outdoor writing.
Women Expected to Sustain Shooting Sports Industry
Female shooters aren’t just becoming a powerful voice in the outdoors. They may soon be “the” voice.
Can the .264 Win. Mag. Rise from the Dead?
If you want a 6.5mm with flat trajectory, maximum power, and minimum wind deflection, take a closer look at the .264 Win. Mag.
St. Croix Introduces 6’4” “Dream Rod”
A versatile, midsize playmaker joins St. Croix Rod’s popular Panfish Series.
Spring Break with Recoil
Skip the beach and hit the shooting range this year.
Review: Swarovski’s EL-Range 10×42
This rangefinding binocular makes short work of long ranges.
Genetics Being Used to Combat Poaching
Researchers are using an animal’s DNA footprint to identify its body parts on the black market.
Big Game on the Dark Continent
Quotes on what hunting in Africa is, was, and may never be like again.
Featured Artist: Peter Thompson
Fish art like you’ve never seen before.
Six Dangers to Watch For When Afield with Your Dog
Keeping your gundog safe and healthy is of paramount importance. Be vigilant.
Million-Dollar Pheasant Still At Large
Hunters have until January 31 to take the bird, which was banded and released somewhere in Finney County, Kansas.
Jim Casada to be Inducted into Fly Fishing Hall of Fame
“This recognition . . . forms a landmark in my life.”
“Aggressive” Turkeys Disrupt Ohio Mail Delivery
The birds have become so difficult to deal with that deliveries must be made under the cover of darkness.
Federal’s Efficient .338
Your new favorite short-action round.
Sporting Art & Decor
Beautiful paintings, fossils, sculptures, and a wonderful variety of handcrafted furnishings for the home or office.
Check Out Our Special New Year Catalog
Spend that Christmas gift money the right way.
The Best Shotgun Instructor
Like Gene Hill said, nothing beats a case of shells.
Listen: Quail Hunting at Uncle Versie’s
A classic hunting tale . . . of sorts.
Hunting the Big Bull
Karamojo explains why he chose the .275 Rigby for elephant hunting.