The Definitive Guide to Rifles, Ammo, and Optics

Name: The Definitive Guide to Rifles, Ammo, and Optics
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781510755536
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For Deer and Other Big Game

By Peter J. Fiduccia

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Winner of the New York State Outdoor Writers Association's 2026 Excellence in Craft Awards If you asked a hundred big game hunters what the ideal deer rifle is, you'd get a hundred different opinions. The same holds true for selecting ammo and optics. These topics ignite... Read More

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The Definitive Guide to Rifles, Ammo, and Optics

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Winner of the New York State Outdoor Writers Association's 2026 Excellence in Craft Awards

If you asked a hundred big game hunters what the ideal deer rifle is, you'd get a hundred different opinions.

The same holds true for selecting ammo and optics. These topics ignite endless debates among hunters. The Definitive Guide to Rifles, Ammo, and Optics: For Deer and Other Big Game quells the confusion by offering in-depth comparisons and reviews to help you make informed decisions.

This book doesn't stop there. It's packed with fascinating and useful firearm and cartridge insights for hunting a variety of big game species, including larger deer like moose, elk, and caribou. Plus, it dives into rifles and ammo suited for hunting dangerous game animals like Cape buffalo, the great bears, bison, wild boar, and more.

No matter what type of rifle, ammo, or optics you're looking for, or what kind of animals you plan to pursue, you'll find a wealth of valuable knowledge in this one-of-a-kind resource.

Chapters include:

Top 18 Guns: Caliber Choices for Deer and Other Big Game
Straight Walls: The Benefits of Short, Fat, Powerful Cartridges
Anatomy of a Kill Shot: Targeting Vital Organs for Quick, Ethical Kills
Stopping Power: Selecting Rifles and Cartridges for Dangerous Game Hunting
The Makeup of a Bullet: Specialized Bullet Designs for Big Game Hunting Success
Lights-Camera-Actions! Choosing a Rifle Action
Taming Baba Yaga: How to Mitigate Recoil to Improve Shooting Accuracy
How Far Is Too Far? Recognising the Limits of Sensible Shooting Distances
Deadly Game Species: North America vs. Africa
Through the Lens: Factors to Consider When Selecting Rifle Scopes

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781510755536

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 November 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Sky Pony Press

Illustration: color images throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 203.0mm

Height: 266.0mm

Weight: 709g

Pages: 264

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Fishing & Hunting Home & Garden Non-Fiction Peter J. Fiduccia Science & Nature Sports

About the Author

Peter J. Fiduccia is one of the most respected deer hunting authorities in the country, known as the "Deer Doctor." With six decades of experience shooting, field-testing, and hunting big game, he's an award-winning journalist and TV host. For thirty-five years, he led the popular television series Woods N' Water Big Game Hunting Adventures. Peter is also the author of seventeen books, three of which earned first-place "Excellence in Craft Awards" from the New York State Outdoor Writers' Association. His expertise and passion make him the ultimate guide for hunters seeking reliable and practical advice.