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.

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Hunting Cape Buffalo in Namibia

Hunting Cape Buffalo in Namibia

Pedro Ampuero travelled to the Caprivi Strip in Namibia for one of the most demanding hunts of his career: tracking Cape buffalo with his 76-year-old father. Facing one of Africa’s most dangerous a...

The Legend Of The Ghost Buck

The Legend Of The Ghost Buck

In New Zealand’s backcountry, one deer had become more legend than animal. Locals called him The Ghost Buck. A giant that showed himself only in fleeting glimpses before vanishing back into the hil...

Scottish Weather, Patience and a Single Shot

Scottish Weather, Patience and a Single Shot

What Makes Kildemorie Worth the Trip? Kildemorie Estate isn’t just a slice of wild ground. It’s a working hill and a gathering place. Madeleine Pettersson came here alongside our very own Spartan f...