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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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...

Sep 1, 2025

A Wee Dram: A Kildermorie Film

Set in the rugged Scottish Highlands on the Kildermorie Estate, A Wee Dram is less about the shot and more about the people behind it. This short film captures the heart of what makes a great hunti...

Aug 20, 2025

A Buck, a Storm, and The Shot That Counted

When the Hunt Becomes Survival JE Wilds and his crew headed deep into New Zealand’s backcountry to chase a mature buck. Then the weather flipped. Fast. What rolled in was a full-blown 50-year storm...

Aug 6, 2025