by Jared Hilton | The Accidental Hunter - Jared Hilton
Hey! Hi! Remember me? Yes, it’s been a while, but I am back. As you can tell from my lack of stories from the last year, 2021 did not provide the hunting opportunities offered by its predecessor. However, it allowed me to reevaluate some of my choices on...
by Jared Hilton | The Accidental Hunter - Jared Hilton
We’ve reviewed a couple of Global Vision’s thermal products. And when I say “we,” I mean Casey Jones. You can check out his reviews of the TM35-384 and the TM35-640. Don’t get me wrong, a thermal monocular is a necessity for what we...
by Jared Hilton | The Accidental Hunter - Jared Hilton
Never before have I felt bad about writing an article before. Not until today’s Alexander Arms 6.5 Grendel Highlander Pistol review. Wait! It’s not for the reason you think. Let me explain… Think back to when you were a kid on Christmas morning. While...
by Jared Hilton | The Accidental Hunter - Jared Hilton
If 2020 has taught me anything, it’s that you can always be better prepared. Several months ago, we were returning from what felt like our 1000th trip to the farm this year. This is when the protests and rioting were happening. While I wasn’t concerned about...
by Jared Hilton | The Accidental Hunter - Jared Hilton
It’s safe to say that 2020 hasn’t gone the way anyone planned. However, one thing I planned is working out nicely: I am happily hunting with a 7.62×39 pistol. Four factors fed my desire to try hunting with a 7.62×39 pistol. Before COVID-19,...
by Jared Hilton | The Accidental Hunter - Jared Hilton
If you play the board game Taboo and “Dragon” is your word, Lantac should be your first answer or vice versa. The word Dragon and Lantac are synonymous in the shooting world. So when Lantac announced they were releasing the Dragon Dead Air KEYMO Muzzle...
by Jared Hilton | The Accidental Hunter - Jared Hilton
With SHOT Show behind us and most of the year still ahead, let’s take a look at my picks for the top 5 Braced Pistols for Hog Hunting in 2020. These are in no particular order, but they all hit my radar at SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Diamondback Firearms DBX57 It...
by Jared Hilton | The Accidental Hunter - Jared Hilton
With anticipation growing exponentially, I check my email for shipping confirmation of my review sample Tavor 7. I knew IWI planned to send it shortly, and here at SHWAT™ we have a long love affair with bullpups. When the first Tavors hit US shores, we put a couple...
by Jared Hilton | The Accidental Hunter - Jared Hilton
It’s no secret, one of my favorite hog hunting calibers is the 6.5 Grendel. Others use it for deer, sheep, and many more targets, but this day I find myself back at the farm along with fellow SHWAT™ Pro Staffer, Casey Jones, and Remington PR Manager, Eric Suarez. ...
by Jared Hilton | The Accidental Hunter - Jared Hilton
Probably like you, I’ve tried several different kinds of ear pro. Much like hunting and shooting, hearing protection has evolved. The reason I ask is today we will walk you through the Ear Protection Evolution of my hunting career. Similar to the SHWAT™...
