I don't often give five-star reviews, but this handy little light earned one. It's a lightweight, compact LED flashlight that converts quickly into a "lantern" that serves as a fairly good area light for truck, camp, or tent. I've used it in my truck, in my UTV, in the woods, and at camp, and it's never failed me yet. I have used a number of expensive big-name lights that didn't meet that basic requirement. And without exception, every gal who has seen this light in my presence has declared it to be CUTE! So, check out my review of this well-made, well-designed light.

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UCO Clarus LED Lantern Flashlight Review originally appeared on About.com Hunting / Shooting on Thursday, May 16th, 2013 at 07:26:28.

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I've seen more exotic bore guides, but I've never used a kit as complete as this one. That's not to say it's all peaches & cream, though - and make sure you read the review before you pick this up to use on a rimfire gun. Personally, I'd rather see this kit sold at a price point commensurate with its quality - and that would be far below its MSRP of $34.99. A bore guide can be a good investment, but be sure you read this before you pull the trigger on a bore guide purchase.

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Review: Tipton Rapid Deluxe Bore Guide Kit originally appeared on About.com Hunting / Shooting on Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 at 07:52:39.

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This product isn't the most magnificent thing around, but it is cool and useful, and I can't help but like it. Cram one of these in your shotgun's chamber, and point the gun in a safe direction. Pull the trigger, and this shell goes bang and flings a string out the end of your shotgun's barrel. Glom onto the string and drag the cleaning stuff through the barrel, and you're done... depending on how dirty your barrel is. Check it out!

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Stinger Shotgun Bore Cleaner Review originally appeared on About.com Hunting / Shooting on Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 at 07:48:31.

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Hunting from tree stands gives deer hunters the advantage of height. This puts their scent above the noses of their quarry, and in some cases makes it less likely that the deer will spot them. But anytime you leave the ground, there's risk involved. Some stands shouldn't be used at all, and others are only safe under certain circumstances. Personally, I enjoy hunting from on high, and I've done a lot of it over the past few decades. I have managed to survive all of that without falling, so maybe I know a little about staying safe in tree stands...

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Tree Stand Safety originally appeared on About.com Hunting / Shooting on Monday, May 13th, 2013 at 21:00:50.

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When I learned of this portable solar charger, I just had to check it out. Like many hunters, I have found myself in the woods with a dead phone battery before, and being able to charge it and other portable electronic devices in the field would be great. Using the power of the sun would be even better. Read the review to discover how this solar pocket charger fared when I tried it out.

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Juicebar Mobile Chargers Multi-Device Solar Pocket Charger Review originally appeared on About.com Hunting / Shooting on Thursday, May 9th, 2013 at 07:03:07.

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Pump (or slide-action) shotguns are popular, and the pump may be the most popular type of shotgun around. Pumps are reliable and don't cost too much - and what's not to like about that? Check out what folks have to say about their favorite pump scatterguns, and if you have a favorite pump shotgun, feel free to jump right in and tell us all about it.

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What is Your Favorite Pump Action Shotgun? originally appeared on About.com Hunting / Shooting on Wednesday, May 8th, 2013 at 17:01:57.

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There once was a time when nobody much knew the name Ruger, and it certainly didn't bring visions of firearms to anyone's head. It wasn't even all that long ago, in the grand scheme of things. But Bill Ruger made his little gun-making venture a success, with this as his very first centerfire gun. William Batterman had read the signs right when he decided that a cheaper and well-built alternative to Colt single-action revolvers would find a ready market. His original Blackhawk, though made for fewer years than the current New Model, still gains fans to this day. Read the review to learn why.

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Ruger Old Model Blackhawk Gun Review originally appeared on About.com Hunting / Shooting on Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 at 07:57:52.

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Hey there, hunters - do you use tree stands or blinds? I sure do... and there are some that I can't stand, others that I love, and some that are just so-so. What do you think - do you have a favorite kind of tree stand? Or maybe there's a kind that you simply can't stand. If so, we'd love to hear about it. After you've told us how you feel, you can read what others have to say, also.

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Review Your Favorite (or Least Favorite) Tree Stand or Blind originally appeared on About.com Hunting / Shooting on Monday, May 6th, 2013 at 07:30:01.

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Some folks ask me what kind of guns I like. My answer? "The ones that shoot." This is one such gun, and is extra special because it used to be Dad's - and he once used it very subtly to deter a crime on the streets of Tampa. This is the first handgun review I published, and it's one of my favorites. Hardly a week goes by that I don't receive more user reviews of this revolver, so if you follow the link you can read my review and hear what other "regular folks" have to say about it. Enjoy!

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S&W Model 66 357 Magnum SS Revolver Review originally appeared on About.com Hunting / Shooting on Thursday, May 2nd, 2013 at 07:19:03.

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Developed in World War II to replace the costly Luger, the Walther P38 became the first double-action 9mm pistol, and it even featured a decocker (which some shooters think is a recent invention). One thing that makes it fairly unique among semi-auto handguns is its ability to keep on working even if the barrel becomes bulged - something that could happen on a battlefield, and which could prove deadly if it disabled your sidearm. Read the review to learn more about this great-feeling, good-looking handgun.

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Walther P38 9mm Semi-Auto Pistol Review originally appeared on About.com Hunting / Shooting on Wednesday, May 1st, 2013 at 07:38:41.

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