Why you should carry a 1911. As I write this, the Pistol, Model of 1911 is over 110 years old. Some, all right many, say this old war horse is past its prime. A venerated antique, nothing more. Its hey-day…
Best backup guns for hunters. Should hunters carry backup guns? We think so, and recommend it. Backups serve many purposes. Besides, it’s just common sense to have a Plan B when you’re out in the wilderness. Given you should carry…
Best handgun for homestead/farm/subsistence. There are so many handguns to choose from, it’s difficult to pick three or four, let alone just one. Is there such a thing as a perfect handgun for homestead, farm, or subsistence use? We at…
.270 Winchester is dead (6.5 PRC killed it?). This is a dramatic claim. A beloved American cartridge is dead. Perhaps on life support is more accurate. The .270 Winchester has been with us since 1925. Immortalized by revered Field and…
Four must own homestead/farm/subsistence handguns. There’s much talk about which guns are best for the homestead, farm, or subsistence lifestyle. In most cases it centers on the long guns–which rifles or shotguns are best or most useful. In fact, the…
Top 5 modern deer cartridges (the future is now). Traditional (read “old”) cartridges have dominated deer hunting for almost 150 years. A long time, indeed. In the last quarter century numerous new cartridges have appeared. Are they any good? Will they…
What is the best hunting camo? Do you even need to wear camouflage clothing when you hunt? How does camo work? Is the hunting clothing worn by your great-grand father better than the latest “high-tech” generated patterns? Does hunter orange…
Upland bird hunting load out (what you need). Upland bird hunting–grouse, pheasant, dove, turkey, etc.–is exciting and challenging. If you want success, you need the right load out. Today, you’re in luck. Our publisher takes you through all the gear…
Top five cartridges for the one gun hunter. You have one gun. One hunting gun. Regardless if you can afford just one or you choose to have but one hunting gun, which cartridge should your one gun chamber? At LocaCarnivore,…
Is .380 FMJ better than hollow points? Exclusive gel test. The .380 ACP, developed by gun guru John Browning in 1908, has always been a problem child. It produces half the energy its bigger cousin the 9x19mm does, and a…