When it comes to rifles and shotguns, Field & Stream's Dave Petzal and Phil Bourjaily are the real deal. They love them, study them, collect them, and they're not afraid to tell you what they think about themin accessible, sometimes rather colorful, language. Charismatic and always a little offbeat, they're the guys you'd want with you as you test-fired rifles, stalked a deer, or just finally found out what happens when you blast a watermelon with a shotgun (hint: it's a lot of fun). This book covers all the basics: Understanding your gun options, choosing the right gun for every situation, all about ammo, improving your shooting and hunting performance, and much, much more. Lock and load! This is the ultimate hunting gun reference you've been waiting for.