Custom Hunting Rifles and Why You Should Consider Buying One

Not long ago spending more than $600 or $700 on a new hunting rifle was considered extravagant, if not downright irresponsible. In recent years, dropping the equivalent of two or three mortgage payments on a rifle is relatively normal. What’s changed? And are you missing out if you don’t buy a semi-custom or even a full custom rifle?

Here at HUNTING we traditionally try to represent the thrifty American hunter, and generally lean toward blue-collar products and prices. I confess I was surprised when Editor-in-Chief David Draper assigned me to write about why every hunter should consider a premium custom-level hunting rifle.

Surprised, and delighted. I’m a...

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