Elwood Shelton
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Elwood Shelton is the Digital Editor for Gun Digest. He lives in Colorado and has provided coverage on a vast spectrum of topics for GD for more than a decade. Before that, he was an award-winning sports and outdoors reporter for a number of newspapers across the Rocky Mountains. His experience has consisted of covering the spread of chronic wasting disease into the Western Slope of Colorado to the state’s ranching for wildlife programs. His passion for shooting began at a young age, fostered on pheasant hunts with his father. Since then, he has become an accomplished handloader, long-range shooter and avid hunter—particularly mule deer and any low-down, dirty varmint that comes into his crosshairs. He is a regular contributor to Gun Digest Magazine and has contributed to various books on guns and shooting, most recently Lever-Actions: A Tribute to the All-American Rifle.
Concealed Carry
Best .357 Magnum Revolver Buyer's Guide
The .357 Magnum revolver soldiers on, a fine choice for concealed carry ... if you hunt out the right piece.
Gun Articles
Best Pump-Action Shotgun Buyer's Guide
Undeniably reliable and versatile, the pump-action shotgun is a must-have for any shooter. Here are 11 affordable options worth adding to your gun safe.
Ammunition
Why Are We Still Talking About The .308 Vs .30-06?
Nearly ballistic twins, the .308 VS .30-06 debate seems moot. However, some nuances can swing hunters and shooters one way or another.
Gun Articles
Best .30-06 Rifle: Semi-Autos Options In The Classic
While gun stores aren't bristling with .30-06 rifles of the semi-auto variety, they can be found and are spectacular. Find out the top six!
Ammunition
.30-06 Ammo: Turn The Warhorse Into A Thoroughbred
Find out the .30-06 ammo that get the more than century old cartridge shooting with the best of them.
Gun Articles
Best Affordable .308 Rifle Options For The Hunt
Well made and reasonably priced, these .308 rifle options will keep you on the hunt for years to come.
AR-15
Best AR-15 Options For Any Budget And Buyer's Guide
No need to break the bank, these budget AR-15 options will get you on target and leave money for ammo. Find out what will get you on target!
Gun Articles
Top 15 Affordable Precision Rifles — Bolt-Action Edition
Precision rifles can cost you an arm and a leg, but there are top-notch and highly accurate options out there that will still leave you with money for ammunition.