I have a Ruger M77 I bought in 1976 in 25-06. It is the early model with a tang safety. I have shot literally 1000's of rounds thru it and killed over 50 deer and 50 antelope with it. it is in...

No they are not. The Viper HD is a traditional piano-hinge design made in Japan. The Talon HD is an open-bridge design made in China. The Viper is more compact.

Optical performance is similar,...

My take on some of these marginal trophy units is this. I believe that some units that take 10-15 points are tough to draw is because some hunters, in state or NR, get tired of chasing the real good...

I spent time in unit 76 while sheep hunting but that was back in '03. Saw tons of elk but was not paying attention to trophy quality. Since then I've thought about applying in that unit and am just...

Unit 76 NR Elk takes 10-18 points to draw depending on what weapon or season. I've got a buddy that drew out a few years back took him 15 points. He was very disappointed in the hunt. He is one of...

I replied a few days ago but I don't see my comment up so I'll try again. I started off using Cabela's TAGS two seasons ago as I was completely overwhelmed by all the options hunting out West. They...