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The Perfect Pair: 6.5 Creedmoor Fusion Tipped X Benelli Lupo
The Perfect Pair: 6.5 Creedmoor Fusion Tipped X Benelli Lupo
Nov 11, 2025

Federal ambassador Krystal Dunn’s first deer was an absolute hammer—check out the Fusion Tipped load and Benelli Lupo rifle that made it happen.

Start-Up Choices
Start-Up Choices
Sep 22, 2025

For new deer hunters looking to choose a cartridge and bullet for their first season in the stand, the options can seem overwhelming. Cut through the clutter with this guide.

Can You Speak Whitetail?
Can You Speak Whitetail?
Sep 17, 2025

Though they’re not as vocal as a hard-gobbling tom or thundering bull elk, deer have an extensive vocabulary. Learn to speak their language for more success this fall.

60 Seconds Of Excitement
60 Seconds Of Excitement
Aug 29, 2025

An Alberta moose puts Federal Custom Shop ammunition to a real-world test.

Trophy Bonded Tip Vs. Terminal Ascent
Trophy Bonded Tip Vs. Terminal Ascent
Jul 31, 2025

They’re two of the world’s best big game bullets. And though they share a lot of the same DNA, Terminal Ascent and Trophy Bonded Tip are very different, and we explain why.

4 Tips For More Elk Sheds
4 Tips For More Elk Sheds
Jul 31, 2025

Follow the advice of this expert to find more elk sheds this year.

Short Barrel Breakthroughs
Short Barrel Breakthroughs
Jul 31, 2025

Handgun hunting is supposed to be challenging, not futile. When the moment of truth is earned, make sure your trusted sidearm is loaded with the right round.

What Is Point-Blank Range?
What Is Point-Blank Range?
Jul 31, 2025

Put more shots in the vitals at moderate ranges by using the proven point-blank range concept.

Best Bear Ammo
Best Bear Ammo
Jul 31, 2025

Make sure you’re ready for your hunt with these top bear ammo choices.

The Best Ammo For Big Game
The Best Ammo For Big Game
Jul 31, 2025

Successful hunts depend on the right ammo. We reveal the top bullet choices for big game in any situation.

Great 338 Ammo
Great 338 Ammo
Nov 26, 2024

Learn why, out of all the 338 ammo options, 338 Federal is the best overall choice for most hunters.

Shot Placement 101
Shot Placement 101
Oct 15, 2024

Being able to ring steel at the range is fantastic, but if you don't know where to hold on a game animal, all that skill is meaningless.

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