ammunition: Big game hunting cartridges – Part 2: .416 Rigby, a universal cartridge
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ammunitionBig game hunting cartridges – Part 2: .416 Rigby, a universal cartridge

At the turn of the 20th century, expeditions ventured into uncharted territories, seeking to explore new colonies. In addition to completely unknown flora, these adventurous globetrotters suddenly encountered animals that turned the hunters into the hunted. The call for reliable ammunition to defend themselves was answered. The new development, called the .416 Rigby, was introduced in 1911.

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lion-steel: LionSTEEL KC-03 knife: Good things come in threes
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lion-steelLionSTEEL KC-03 knife: Good things come in threes

The collaboration between Italian company LionSTEEL and the Knife Community Italia Facebook group is proof that when projects are based on passion, they start off on the right foot. At a time when knife enthusiast are being unfairly blamed by politics, it is a pleasure to be able to report on a beautiful collaboration that is being renewed for the third time.

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sig-sauer: SIG SAUER introduces the M400-FORGE
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sig-sauerSIG SAUER introduces the M400-FORGE

Available in two configurations – rifle and pistol – and chambered in 5.56 NATO, the M400-FORGE is SIG's AR-15 “premium” platform designed for out-of-the-box readiness. In both configurations it comes with a ROMEO-MSR Gen II 2 MOA red-dot sight.

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pro-zone: ParaZero DefendAir: the man-portable anti-drone net launcher
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pro-zoneParaZero DefendAir: the man-portable anti-drone net launcher

The daily reports from the hotbeds of war punctually tell us of the threat posed to military personnel and civilians by drones. At Enforce TAC 2026, the Israeli company ParaZero presented a man-portable, compact and easy-to-use anti-drone system that functions similarly to a traditional automotive airbag.

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culture: Test: ERMA ESP85A Rainbow Edition, a special model sport pistol in .22 LR
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cultureTest: ERMA ESP85A Rainbow Edition, a special model sport pistol in .22 LR

Unfortunately, the long-established company ERMA faded into obscurity over 20 years ago. Firearms such as the ESP85A Rainbow Edition still stand as proof of the quality of this German gun manufacturer, a name now largely forgotten. We tested the target rimfire pistol.

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heckler-koch: Heckler & Koch 2014 Product lineup!

heckler-kochHeckler & Koch 2014 Product lineup!

The Swabian weapon manufacturer known for its distinctive red “HK” logo will celebrate its 65th anniversary this year. Time and again, the internationally renowned Heckler & Koch company is in the public limelight as a traditional supplier for the German Army as well as for law enforcement. But, let us now focus on the brand-new HK weapons

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rifles: MERKEL Helix Tracker

riflesMERKEL Helix Tracker

MERKEL HELIX Tracker – the new, short Helix straight-pull bolt-action rifle is perfectly designed for tracking and drive hunting. What is the new model up for, which calibers are available and what does it cost?

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lion-steel: LionSTEEL KC-03 knife: Good things come in threes
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lion-steelLionSTEEL KC-03 knife: Good things come in threes

The collaboration between Italian company LionSTEEL and the Knife Community Italia Facebook group is proof that when projects are based on passion, they start off on the right foot. At a time when knife enthusiast are being unfairly blamed by politics, it is a pleasure to be able to report on a beautiful collaboration that is being renewed for the third time.

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ammunition: Big game hunting cartridges – Part 2: .416 Rigby, a universal cartridge
© Stefan Bader

ammunitionBig game hunting cartridges – Part 2: .416 Rigby, a universal cartridge

At the turn of the 20th century, expeditions ventured into uncharted territories, seeking to explore new colonies. In addition to completely unknown flora, these adventurous globetrotters suddenly encountered animals that turned the hunters into the hunted. The call for reliable ammunition to defend themselves was answered. The new development, called the .416 Rigby, was introduced in 1911.

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ammunition: 8.5x55 Blaser vs. 7mm PRC Outfitter – Two modern hunting cartridges in direct comparison
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ammunition8.5x55 Blaser vs. 7mm PRC Outfitter – Two modern hunting cartridges in direct comparison

When it comes to modern hunting cartridges, accuracy at distance and technically sophisticated setups, there is hardly a substitute for a thorough field test. This is exactly what we did: at a 300-m range, two current cartridge concepts faced off: the 8.5x55 Blaser ECX and the 7mm PRC Outfitter. Both loads are made by Hornady. Together with Jens Tigges, we compared both loads in a practical test.

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ammunition: Big game hunting cartridges – Part 1: .375 Holland & Holland Magnum, a British classic with belted case
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ammunitionBig game hunting cartridges – Part 1: .375 Holland & Holland Magnum, a British classic with belted case

Imagine sitting by a crackling campfire after a strenuous hunting adventure, sipping a gin and tonic, reflecting on the day's experiences, glancing at your belt loaded with .375 Holland & Holland Magnum cartridges, and hearing the distant roar of lions in the African night. This is likely how it was over 100 years ago when the first hunters went out into Africa with this then-new cartridge.

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EOS: EOS SHOW 2026: Sustainable hunting is betting on the future

EOSEOS SHOW 2026: Sustainable hunting is betting on the future

From March 28 to 30, the EOS Show 2026 will take place at the Parma Exhibition Center, in Italy. For three days, the Italian city will be the capital of hunting culture and "wild" gastronomy. Visitors will have the opportunity to field-test new hunting and shooting products from leading companies. Those who can't attend in person will find a comprehensive report from the fair on …

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hikmicro: Trust Your Journey: HIKMICRO showcases innovation and reliability at IWA 2026
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hikmicroTrust Your Journey: HIKMICRO showcases innovation and reliability at IWA 2026

HIKMICRO, the worldwide thermal and digital hunting optics specialist, reinforces its guiding motto “Trust Your Journey: From Market Leader to Trusted Partner” with a series of major innovations unveiled at IWA Outdoor Classics 2026, including a fully integrated AI Intelligent Ecosystem connecting devices and services through the Sight App, alongside advanced imaging technologies such as Light …

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iwa: IWA OutdoorClassics 2026:  The firearms and outdoor equipment industry remains cautiously optimistic

iwaIWA OutdoorClassics 2026:  The firearms and outdoor equipment industry remains cautiously optimistic

On the fourth and last day of IWA OutdoorClassics 2026, show management delivered a cautiously optimistic assessment. With around 25,000 visitors, attendance remained largely steady, and true to the IWA motto “Made for Trade” a great deal of business was conducted. Personal, face-to-face conversations with business partners remain important – especially in times of crisis – and the show also helps …

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