steyr-mannlicherSteyr RMS Wild – First details on the new straight-pull rifle from the manufacturer that developed the action back in the 19th century

After more than 140 years, Steyr is once again launching its own straight-pull rifle. With the RMS Wild model, Steyr is consciously building on its own history. After all, the company is regarded as the inventor of the straight-pull rifle. The new platform is anything but nostalgic – it is consistently designed for modern hunting. We present the new "Steyr" in more detail here.

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hermann-historica: Hermann Historica Auction Number 108, 19-23 May: a preview of the most promising lots
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hermann-historicaHermann Historica Auction Number 108, 19-23 May: a preview of the most promising lots

In May, the Hermann Historica auction season will resume. Between 19 and 23 May, Hermann Historica will offer for sale some 6500 lots including works of art, but also and above all antique and modern collectors' firearms, military decorations, books and gifts. We have prepared a small preview with the most valuable and interesting lots, which this year include representatives of the German arms …

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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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.450 Marlin
Alessandro Magno Giangio

.450 Marlin

Among the guns for battue hunting, the Marlin 1895M, the Winchester 94AE Timber and the Browning BLR, chambered in the powerful .450 Marlin caliber, represent the cutting edge at the top of the free energy category. We made them come up against each other at the shooting range and in the hunting of Wild boars

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Franchi Falconet Pro
Franchi S.p.A.

Franchi Falconet Pro

Franchi's “Falconet Pro” over-and-under 12-gauge shotgun, dubbed the “Instinct SL” in the U.S.A., has been awarded the prestigious “2012 Shotgun of the Year” title by the Sporting Classics magazine

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hermann-historica: Hermann Historica Auction Number 108, 19-23 May: a preview of the most promising lots
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hermann-historicaHermann Historica Auction Number 108, 19-23 May: a preview of the most promising lots

In May, the Hermann Historica auction season will resume. Between 19 and 23 May, Hermann Historica will offer for sale some 6500 lots including works of art, but also and above all antique and modern collectors' firearms, military decorations, books and gifts. We have prepared a small preview with the most valuable and interesting lots, which this year include representatives of the German arms …

Read now
lion-steel: LionSTEEL KC-03 knife: Good things come in threes
© Lionsteel

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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steyr-mannlicher: Steyr RMS Wild – First details on the new straight-pull rifle from the manufacturer that developed the action back in the 19th century

steyr-mannlicherSteyr RMS Wild – First details on the new straight-pull rifle from the manufacturer that developed the action back in the 19th century

After more than 140 years, Steyr is once again launching its own straight-pull rifle. With the RMS Wild model, Steyr is consciously building on its own history. After all, the company is regarded as the inventor of the straight-pull rifle. The new platform is anything but nostalgic – it is consistently designed for modern hunting. We present the new "Steyr" in more detail here.

Read now
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.

Read now
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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