Andi Bogard takes a tour through .44 land—from handhelds to levers and beyond—to find the flavor that fits your focus.

Two of the most popular lever-action cartridges are the .44 Remington Magnum and .45/70 Gov’t. Despite their size difference, they have much in common. Both are proven hunting rounds and there are a ...

Here’s What You Need to Remember: The Raging Hunter seeks to perfect the Raging Bull formula, borrowing the aesthetics of the latter while introducing a host of practical performance improvements to ...

HUNTING — A 55-year-old woman from Headquarters, Idaho, told a newspaper she was glad to be packing a .44 magnum to boost her confidence when a very large wolf responded to her elk cow call by ...

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The Blackhawk is a single action pistol, meaning the hammer needs cocking before it can fire. Although this slows down reaction time, especially in hunting situations with large, dangerous game, it ...

The .44 Magnum is still a serious cartridge in 2026, but “smart choice” depends on what you’re actually trying to do with it, not what you want to say you carry. A lot of folks love the idea of the ...

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Few firearms command as much respect and intrigue as the .44 Magnum. Dubbed “The Big Iron,” this revolver gained legendary status for its raw power and cinematic appeal. Popularized by classic ...