CHOOSING A HUNTING RIFLE POSTED ON JANUARY 27, 2021 BY RICARDO PARKER The quality of your hunting rifle has a major impact on your hunting success. However, it can be difficult to know what to look for. You might even feel intimidated by the rows of rifles behind the counter of your local sporting goods store. Modern advancements in firearms have left shooters with seemingly endless options for hunting. While options are a good thing, having so many choices of manufacturers, models, calibers, and accessories can leave you confounded about where to start. This guide is designed to help you break down the fundamental elements of a hunting rifle. Explaining all your options here isn’t practical, so consider this a starting point. Use this information to kick-start the process of finding the best rifle for your hunting needs. IS IT LEGAL? Before you invest hundreds (or thousands) of dollars on a new hunting rifle , you should check the hunting regulations for the area you plan to hun