Richard Mann

Backcountry Hunter — United States 🇺🇸

Firearms expert, outdoor writer, and lifelong hunter.

Nationality

United States 🇺🇸

Hunting Type

Backcountry Hunter

Rifle

Ruger rifles

Career Start

1990s

Favorite Game

Whitetail Deer

Field

Shooter Editor

Notable Achievements

Published author of Handgun Training for Personal Protection and The Scout Rifle Study; contributor to top firearm publications; recognized expert on rifles and terminal ballistics.

Richard Mann is a respected American gun writer, ballistician, and lifelong hunter with deep roots in West Virginia. Known for his no-nonsense approach to firearms and ammunition testing, Richard has authored multiple books and articles for publications like Field & Stream, Shooting Illustrated, and American Hunter. His work spans big game hunting, defensive firearms, and ammunition development, and he frequently appears in industry events and educational media. Richard brings technical insight, field experience, and a strong ethical stance to every aspect of his hunting and writing.

Richard's Gear Choice

Ascent Tripod™ Gen 2 W/ Davros Pro Head4.9

4.9

SpringBok Bipod4.9

4.9

Blog posts

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Conservation and Craft: A Taste of Africa

The wait is finally over. The three-episode series from Rockwood Conservation, A Taste of Africa, is now live and streaming across major platforms. Filmed on location at Rockwood, this project goes...

Feb 4, 2026

The Pursuit of the Golden Ticket

Drawing a Golden Ticket tag is the dream of every elk hunter. It represents a rare opportunity to hunt premier territory where mature bulls are the standard rather than the exception. In this film,...

Feb 2, 2026

Women in the Wild at Ngamatea Station

Taking ten first time shooters into the New Zealand backcountry is a major milestone. At Ngamatea Station, the goal was to give these new hunters the skills and confidence to pursue Sika deer. Will...

Jan 27, 2026