Mike Dickerson

Henry’s Magnum Express Delivers Maximum Rimfire Punch for Hunters

by Mike Dickerson
December 6, 2021

Even at a quick glance, it’s immediately obvious to lever gun fans that there’s something different about the new Henry Magnum Express rifle, which is chambered in .22 WMR. The rifle is entirely devoid of fixed sights. While that may seem to be a sacrilegious omission to some, it’s entirely by design. The Magnum Express is specifically designed to be used with optics, and that’s a big plus for those who like to hunt small game or dispatch varmints with the most potent .22 rimfire cartridge, or those with aging eyes that don’t work so well with iron sights.

CZ’s New 557 Eclipse Delivers Solid Performance at a Reasonable Price

by Mike Dickerson
November 1, 2021

CZ’s goal with the Eclipse was to distill the 557 down to its basics while retaining the same good barreled action in a package with a more affordable price tag. After putting an Eclipse chambered in 308 Win. through its paces, I would say that CZ has succeeded admirably.

Review: Leupold VX-3HD 3.5-10X40 Riflescope

by Mike Dickerson
July 12, 2021

The new Leupold VX-3HD riflescope is, according to the author, the best VX-3 scope made to date, offering better resolution, clarity, and contrast in a light, rugged and affordable package.

A Coyote’s Worst Nightmare: CMMG’s Endeavor 300 Mk4 in 22 Nosler

by Mike Dickerson
February 28, 2021

I have enjoyed testing and hunting with CMMG rifles so I didn’t hesitate when offered a chance to test a newer gun in a newer cartridge specialized for long-distance hunting.

Tested: Ruger Hawkeye African, Newly Chambered in 280 Ackley Improved

by Mike Dickerson
February 1, 2021

From time to time, Ruger produces the rifles in chamberings more suitable for hunting African plains game and big game elsewhere. The newest of these is the Ruger Hawkeye African chambered in 280 Ackley Improved. For my money, Ruger knocked it out of the park with this gun.

Whitetail Success with Winchester and Browning’s 6.8 Western

by Mike Dickerson
February 1, 2021

That 10-pointer was one of the first whitetail deer ever taken with the new 6.8 Western centerfire rifle cartridge from Winchester and Browning. He won’t be the last.

Wilson Combat’s 300 HAM’R Ultralight Hunter: A Welterweight with a Big Punch

by Mike Dickerson
June 1, 2020

The Ultralight Hunter was designed for hunting, but the author believes the rifle would be equally adept in a home-defense role loaded with the right 300 HAM’R ammunition.

Nosler M48 Mountain Carbon Rifle: Anything but Ordinary

by Mike Dickerson
March 1, 2020

You would expect to get a lot of rifle for anything wearing this price tag, and with this gun, you will. Here’s a closer look at what makes this rifle worthy of its price.

Weatherby Mark V First Lite Review

by Mike Dickerson
September 1, 2019

Unboxing the test rifle, it was clear at a glance that the First Lite is not Roy Weatherby’s Mark V of yesteryear. The Mark V line got something of a makeover in the last few years, and the result is an updated take on an iconic and distinctly American rifle design.

Accufit for an Ambush – a Savage Success!

by Mike Dickerson
December 4, 2018

The Savage 110 AccuFit Hunter provides a custom fit without the custom price tag, working impressively out-of-the-box with the factory settings.