Mark Chesnut Articles

Ammo evolution brings the .30-30 in line with modern hunting expectations.

Ammo evolution brings the .30-30 in line with modern hunting expectations.

Rifle and archery hunters alike are toting rangefinders into the woods these days. Are you stocking these three popular models?

Modern turkey guns and loads can down gobblers at impressive ranges, so putting the right sight on top makes hitting birds at long distances a little easier.

Modern turkey guns and loads can down gobblers at impressive ranges, so putting the right sight on top makes hitting birds at long distances a little easier.

Understanding and better utilizing this prime real estate can immediately increase sales.

All business owners want to be successful. Here are practical tips to avoid five common pitfalls for both small and large sporting goods retailers.

Hunting with handguns is no longer a fringe activity. It’s more popular than ever, and a number of handguns are well-suited to the task.

What's in store for the Second Amendment in our current political climate? Here's a look at what we might be facing.

Don’t ignore the binocular market, or the education base you need to serve it.

Good boots are as important as any other piece of hunting gear. Make sure you’re offering customers what they need.

Some of your customers will be looking for non-toxic rifle bullets, either because it’s their preference or it’s required where they hunt. Here’s what you can offer them.

With hundreds of duck and goose calls offered by manufacturers, which ones should you carry to meet your customers' needs?

Camouflage can be very profitable if you can put the right patterns and apparel in front of customers.