The Total Gun Manual

When hunters and target-shooters need information on guns, they turn to Field & Stream magazine, the source for outdoor information for over 140 year. When Field & Stream needs expertise, they turn to Dave Petzal and Phil Bourjaily, better known as The Gun Nuts. Beloved Field & Stream bloggers and the hosts of the popular Gun Nuts show on the Outdoor Channel, Petzal and Bourjaily know it all, and aren't afraid to tell you their unvarnished opinions are just about everything. In this book they share insider hints, amazing stories from the range and field, and hands-on guidance for the first-time gun owner and the seasoned veteran alike.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT GUN The complete guide to figuring out what you really need, and then picking the right shotgun, rifle, handgun, and ammo for whatever sport you want.

SHOOT BETTER Increase your rifle accuracy, boost your shotgun scores, and come home with game instead of excuses.

HUNT SMARTER Field-tested tips on how to make tough shots on big game, get more ducks, fool a gobbler, and much, much more.

STAY SAFE The plain facts about the best hard- ware for home defense, and how to use it safely to protect your family, as well as solid advice on shooting safety in the field.