Huston
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Huston is a hunting enthusiast who believes your success in the field is directly correlated to the amount of preparation at home. With a degree in Microbiology and several years of doctoral work manipulating bacterial genes, he attempts to merge the rational and unbiased thinking of scientific research with the passions of hunting and fishing. With two decades of chasing all manner of upland game, hooved mammals, strutting gobblers, and any small game that can fit in his Dutch oven, he hopes to offer new ideas and viewpoints on hunting and firearm concepts and traditions.
.243 Win vs .270 Win – Cartridge Comparison
When comparing the .243 vs .270 Winchesters, we are looking at two well-known and popular rounds that overlap in their shooting applications. While there is overlap, there are areas where one cartridge is going to be better suited than the other. I’ll be up front, for this one we will not claim one is king. ... Read more
January 22, 2022
5.56×45 vs 7.62×39 – Cartridge Comparison
For rifles used for home defense or out on the range in competitions, the 5.56×45 vs 7.62×39 is a common argument among shooters and a common decision made by potential buyers. Both cartridges have a rich history of military and civilian uses and also have their loyal followings. It’s an interesting comparison with the backdrop ... Read more
January 16, 2022
9mm vs 10mm – Cartridge Comparison
When it comes to self-defense, there are several valid arguments for the 9mm vs 10mm handgun. Both are very popular and have their advantages and disadvantages. However, the 9mm is widely regarded as the ‘ideal’ handgun for self-defense and is one of the most highly used handguns in military and police forces. This goes for ... Read more
October 14, 2021
10mm vs .45 ACP – Cartridge Comparison
When looking at the 10mm vs .45 ACP, we are looking at a cartridge that has been proven over and over for over a century, and we are looking at a cartridge that came out hot in the 1980’s, tapered off, and has been surging back into the shooting world. Both of these cartridges offer ... Read more
July 14, 2021
.300 Win Mag vs .300 WSM – Cartridge Comparison
In this article, we’ll look at two rifle cartridges: the .300 Winchester Magnum and .300 Winchester Short Magnum. Although their names are similar, they’re both different, with some interesting performance characteristics. We’ll delve into an extensive data set in this in-depth comparison. The similarities in their names can confuse those not familiar with these cartridges. ... Read more
November 4, 2021
270 vs 308: Which is Best for Hunting? [Cartridge Comparison]
What should you choose for hunting, the .270 or the .308 cartridge? Some within the hunting community say you can make a decision with a coin toss. Both are outstanding and have have stood the test of time for decades. Having said that, the .270 and .308 have their differences, and a good hunter should ... Read more
August 18, 2021
Best Remington 700s – A Complete Buyer’s Guide
Over the past 50 years, the Remington 700 series of rifles have built a strong reputation as being one of, if not the, best bolt-action rifle on the market. What makes this rifle so popular? There are many reasons that the Remington 700 series is chosen again and again. For one, it comes in a ... Read more
March 19, 2021
7.62×39 vs .308 Win – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we are going to look at two cartridges that many people probably have never thought about comparing; The 7.62×39 vs the .308. This is an interesting comparison for several reasons. The 7.62×39 round is most known for its use in the AK 47, but it is becoming more commonplace in the ... Read more
October 3, 2020
6.5 Creedmoor vs .243 Win – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we are going to take a look at the 6.5 Creedmoor vs .243 Winchester. We are excited about this comparison as both of these cartridges show tremendous versatility in both the hunting and competitive shooting worlds and not a lot of information is out there taking a look at these two ... Read more
January 8, 2022
.30-30 Win vs .30-06 Sprg – Cartridge Comparison
There are a plethora of cartridges available for civilians on today’s market. Deciding on which cartridge fits the hunting or shooting competitions you have in mind can be daunting, and this article is meant to provide you with an in-depth comparison of two of the more historical hunting cartridges in the US; the .30-30 vs ... Read more
October 3, 2020
.308 Win vs .30-06 Springfield – Cartridge Comparison
Both the .308 Win and the .30-06 Springfield are two cartridges steeped in American tradition. Both have serviced the men and women of our military and police force and have found worldwide success and longevity in the hunting fields. In this article, we will take a look at these two cartridges and compare and discuss ... Read more
September 10, 2020
.300 Win Mag vs .308 Win – Cartridge Comparison
In this article, we are going to look at two cartridges of the same bullet diameter that have very distinct differences in their performance. Though they are different, when looking at the .300 Win Mag vs the .308 Winchester, we see two effective cartridges that when used in the right scenario, will be successful hunt ... Read more
September 10, 2020
.338 Lapua Mag vs .50 BMG – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we are going to take a look at two cartridges, the .338 Lapua and the .50 BMG, two rounds that separate the men from the boys. Seriously, these are heavy duty rounds that fill a very specific niche in the shooting world. These include heavy stopping power that can be carried ... Read more
September 10, 2020
.338 Lapua Mag vs .308 Win – Cartridge Comparison
In this rifle caliber comparison, we are going to take a look at two cartridges that most might not think to compare. We will take an in depth look at the 338 Lapua vs 308 and hopefully come out on the other side with a better understanding of both. To be honest, there are going ... Read more
September 10, 2020
6mm Creedmoor vs .243 – Cartridge Comparison
The 6mm Creedmoor vs .243 is a very interesting comparison. It’s a look at an old but trusted and proven cartridge in the .243 Win and a look at a new 6mm Creedmoor cartridge where the results have yet to come in on if it is here to stay or will eventually fall back into ... Read more
September 10, 2020
.357 Mag vs 9mm – Cartridge Comparison
Any conversation about cartridge comparisons, especially when talking about handgun cartridges, comes up there is a good chance that at least one of the two cartridges we are discussing in this article come up. The .357 vs 9mm is a comparison that features two of the more popular and well known cartridges. Both are entrenched ... Read more
September 10, 2020
.458 SOCOM vs .50 Beowulf – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison of the .458 SOCOM vs .50 Beowulf, we are going to take a look at how these two cartridges, which often compete in the same shooting niches, compare to each other in a variety of ballistic and other performance categories. Because these two cartridges share a lot of similarities, it can ... Read more
September 11, 2020
.300 Blackout vs .308 Win – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we are going to take a look at the .300 Blackout vs .308. Both of these cartridges take .308 caliber bullets but tend to hang out in different places. This will be an interesting comparison because of how different these two cartridges are, and it is a great example of why ... Read more
September 11, 2020
.357 Magnum vs .44 Magnum – Cartridge Comparison
The two cartridges we are going to look at in this article, the .357 vs .44 Magnum, are steeped in American culture and tradition. They both also serve some of the same shooting niches including hunting and self-defense. In this article, we will take a look at these high velocity and hard-hitting handgun cartridges by ... Read more
April 13, 2021
7mm-08 Rem vs .270 Win – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we are going to take a look two cartridges, the 7mm-08 Rem and the .270 Win. Both of these cartridges became popular in the shooting world because of their ballistic characteristics, especially the trajectory, and the low recoil while still can bring down medium and even larger sized game. Given the ... Read more
September 11, 2020
7mm Rem Mag vs .30-06 Sprg – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we are going to take a look at two cartridges that have been staples on the shooting and hunting circuit for some time. The 7mm Rem Mag vs .30-06 brings up some interesting talking points when diving into their ballistic and other performance characteristics. These two cartridges overlap in many hunting ... Read more
September 11, 2020
.243 Win vs .308 Win – Cartridge Comparison
Gun nuts, hunters, competitive shooters, and people who are a mixture of all three are constantly looking at the wide selection of cartridges available and trying to determine which is more useful. All cartridges are going to have a specific niche in the shooting world where they excel compared to others, but it’s always a ... Read more
September 11, 2020
.300 Win Mag vs .30-06 Sprg – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we look at two of the modern day big game hunter’s favorite cartridges, the .300 Win Mag vs .30-06 Springfield. Both of these cartridges offer the hunter tremendous performance in the field, including both ballistic performance and stopping power. Both of these cartridges are often used in the hunting community and ... Read more
September 11, 2020
.308 Win vs .223 Rem – Cartridge Comparison
In this article, we are going to take a look at two popular, albeit very different, hunting cartridges. When we take on the prospect of the .308 vs .223, it’s important to realize that claiming one cartridge as the better of the two only has credence when applying it to specific hunting or shooting situations. ... Read more
October 3, 2020
.300 Win Mag vs .338 Lapua Mag – Cartridge Comparison
In this article, we are going to take a look at two hard hitting cartridges that have come onto the shooting scene relatively recently in the broader view of rifle cartridges. The .300 Win Mag vs .338 Lapua Magnum is an interesting comparison, and we think provides some interesting points of discussion. While there is ... Read more
October 3, 2020
7mm-08 Rem vs .308 Win – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we are going to examine two cartridges that behave very similar in the ballistics category. The 7mm-08 vs .308 argument is a newer one, relative to some other cartridge arguments that have now been raging for nearly a century, in the hunting and shooting world, as the 7mm-08 was introduced in ... Read more
October 3, 2020
7mm-08 vs .30-06 Sprg – Cartridge Comparison
For this cartridge comparison, the 7mm-08 vs .30-06, we are looking at two cartridges that often find themselves being compared to one another. While both have their suitors for multiple shooting applications, they are more often compared within hunting circles. While both the 7mm-08 and .30-06 possess the velocity and range for long range competitions, ... Read more
October 3, 2020
.270 Win vs .30-06 Sprg – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we are going to take a look at two of the most popular and widely used hunting cartridges in the United States, the .270 vs .30-06. Both of these cartridges come with a loyal following that will argue until their last days as to why their cartridge is the best available. ... Read more
October 3, 2020
7mm Rem Mag vs .300 Win Mag – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison of the 7mm Rem Mag vs .300 Win Mag, we are dealing with two cartridges that each carry loyal users and often find themselves the subject of heated debate on numerous firearm forums and within hunting lodges. Both cartridges were released to the public hardly a year apart and further adds ... Read more
October 3, 2020