Welcome to The Cold Bore – Park the Truck. Come Eat.
West Coast hunter’s personal blog: honest, field-tested gear reviews, ballistics, handloading and ethics for serious hunters.
April 20, 2026
2026
Cast Lead vs Jacketed Bullets – What I Noticed
Cast lead vs jacketed bullets: honest reloader’s guide on cost, accuracy, fouling, and when to use cast bullets for practice versus jacketed for defense or hunting.
June 13, 2026
I Tested 5 Gun Solvents-Only 2 Were Worth It
Discover which gun cleaning solvents truly cut through baked-on carbon and copper fouling with this no-nonsense, head-to-head test of five popular products.
May 29, 2026
Getting Prone Right-Lessons from a Cheap Mat
Discover how a $50 budget shooting mat became the ultimate coach, forcing me to master prone fundamentals by stripping away comfort and revealing hidden flaws.
May 21, 2026
My Worst Hunting Boots and What I Wear Instead
Choosing the right hunting boots is crucial for a successful backcountry hunt. Avoid painful mistakes with expert advice on durable, supportive boots built for rugged terrain.
May 19, 2026
Budget Night Vision in 2025 – What Actually Works
Discover how budget night vision gear in 2025 offers real value for under $800, with digital tech leading and smart buying tips to avoid costly mistakes.
May 17, 2026
What My Nephew’s First Quail Hunt Taught Me About Kids’ Camo
Discover how proper youth camo gear transformed my nephew’s first quail hunt, highlighting the importance of fit, layering, and function for young hunters in rugged terrain.
May 15, 2026
Does Expensive Ear Pro Justify the Higher Price?
Discover whether pricey hearing protection at the range truly outperforms budget options in comfort, sound quality, and safety during real shooting tests.
May 13, 2026
My Old Folder Failed Me on a Steep Ridge – Here’s What Replaced It
Quartering a blacktail alone on a wet ridge with no flat ground will expose every flaw in a knife you thought was good enough.
May 11, 2026
Forty Rounds In and I Finally Ditched My Passive Plugs
Forty rounds into a prairie dog morning, flat on my belly, and I finally heard what I’d been tuning out for fifteen years.
May 9, 2026
Reloading vs. Factory Ammo: Which Shot Better?
Handloads edged out premium factory ammo in accuracy and consistency, but modern factory loads remain remarkably capable.
May 8, 2026