Randy Bauman was lead instructor for seven years at the Boy Scouts of America National Camping School-Shooting Sports Section, and he has a lifetime interest in teaching others about firearms. His primary
passion is big-game hunting, mainly DIY backpack hunting deep in the wilderness. That passion for hunting led him to become a Life Member of Safari Club International and he currently serves as President of the Central Washington Chapter of SCI.
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Best Hunting Binoculars
1 year ago
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Hunting, bird watching, or shooting groups...binoculars are an integral part of your kit. But what makes a great pair and how do you choose the best one? (Read)
[Hands-On Review] CZ 527 American: Mini Mauser
3 years ago
We take a look at the classic looking CZ 527 American. If you love bolt guns and Mauser actions, you'll love this rifle. Come see why. (Read)
7 Best Chest Holsters [Hands-On Tested]
4 years ago
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What if you don't need concealment or speed in a holster? We hands-on test some of the best chest holsters that's at home backpacking or fly-fishing. (Read)
Long Range Shooting [Intro & Fundamentals]
4 years ago
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Long range shooting can be for anyone. We go through the basics of shooting past 800 yards with a focus on the necessities in gear and technique. (Read)
AR-15 Long Range Shooting with .223/5.56
4 years ago
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Thinking of going long range with a .223/5.56 AR-15? We cover how we did it with our choice of stock (budget) rifle, optic, ammo, and more. (Read)
Best Remington 700 Upgrades: Stocks, Triggers, & More
4 years ago
Looking to upgrade or build up a new Remington 700? We've got our favorite mods from barrels to stocks, triggers, bottom metal, and even scope rings. (Read)
Where To Shoot A Deer: 6 Spots for Quick & Humane Hunts
5 years ago
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Shot placement matters when hunting. We cover some deer anatomy and then dive into 6 spots to shoot a deer so it expires quickly and humanely. (Read)
Best 2-Way Radios [Hands-On]: FRS, GMRS, & MURS
5 years ago
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Get comms even when your phone says "No Service" with 2-way radios. We cover the various types of two-way radios and the best models. All in-hand tested. (Read)
Ruger Mini 14 Review [Hands-On Tested]
5 years ago
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Looking for a nice .223 rifle that's not an AR? We hands-on test a couple Mini-14 Ranch rifles for accuracy, ergonomics, reliability, price, and more. (Read)
Best Predator Calls: Coyotes, Bobcats, Foxes, & More
5 years ago
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Make predators come to you. We cover our favorite models of electronic and mouth calls for coyotes, bobcats, foxes, mountain lions, and more. (Read)
6 Best Remington 700 Triggers: Maximum Accuracy
5 years ago
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Looking to get the most accuracy out of your Remington 700? You'll want an upgraded trigger. We'll go over important specs and our favorite R700 triggers. (Read)
.243 Win Vs .308 Win: Comparison & Best Ammo
5 years ago
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The .243 and .308 Winchester are two popular hunting cartridges. But what's the best for you? We cover the pros/cons of each plus our favorite ammo picks. (Read)
