One of my friends was giving me a hard time because I have more than a few guns. In her view, ok you have a rifle for hunting and maybe a handgun for self-defense but you don’t need more than that….

I took her view to heart and thought about it, briefly felt a little bad considering the cost…and to make myself feel better bought some more They just fill very different uses/niches, atleast that’s what I tell myself.

Anyway I did get to wondering if I am an outlier and need therapy or...

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For many years now, if a lefty wanted a CRF bolt action Ruger with iron sights or a barrel band, they really needed to love the 375 Ruger cartridge or a Guide Gun in 308 Win because otherwise, the choices were often anemic. So it's interesting that the Ruger Hawkeye Alaskan in 35 Whelen & 9.3x62 has appeared on the Ruger website. The two rifles look to be identical except the Whelen has a 1:12 twist and the 9.3 has a faster 1:10 twist. They don't appear to be on the Lipsey's...

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There are a ton available. What is your opinion on the best?

I found a 6x42 fixed power scope for sale (Meopta MeoPro) with a German 4 reticle. I am trying to decide how I would use if I bought it and what to mount it on. My rifles range from .223 up to .375 with many (my wife thinks too many) in between.

I am open to suggestions as to why I should or should not buy it.