July - August 2026
Hook & Barrel Magazine proudly wishes the United States of America a Happy 250th Anniversary. Taking center stage in this issue is Medal of Honor recipient and recently reenlisted U.S. Marine Dakota Meyer. His story of true American grit is inspiring, to say the least. The “USA! USA!" hits keep coming with Tim Montana and his collaboration with the Crow Nation, WWII pin-up history, an exclusive on “The $1M General” whitetail sheds, a Revolutionary War road trip, and much more.
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Celebrities
Why Medal of Honor Recipient Dakota Meyer Just Rejoined the Marine Corps at 38
After years away from active service, Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer rejoined the Marine Corps Reserve, pushed through recon training and found renewed purpose alongside a new generation of Marines.
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Trophy Room
Callie Forbes on Military Service, Fitness and Competitive Shooting
Callie Forbes turned hardship, military service and the loss of her sister into a life built around grit, fitness, shooting and service to others.
Shooting
LTT Beretta 80X Cheetah .32 ACP Review: Range-Tested at 15 Yards
Langdon Tactical’s tuned Beretta 80X combines mild recoil, an excellent DA/SA trigger and strong 15-yard accuracy, but is it worth the premium price tag?
Shooting
GLOCK G45 Gen6 Review: Tested With Optics and Holster Drills
Years of rumors ended with Gen6. We ran the crossover G45 through iron-sight groups, red-dot accuracy and holster drills to see what changed.
Lifestyle
Walk the Battlefields: Must-Visit Revolutionary War Sites
Explore Revolutionary War battlefields across the U.S. and abroad, from Lexington and Yorktown to Caribbean forts still standing today.
Fitness
Dave Castro’s CrossFit Fitness Tips for Outdoorsmen
Ahead of the 20th CrossFit Games, “The Architect of Suffering” Dave Castro tells Hook & Barrel what real fitness looks like for hunters, anglers, and anyone else trying to gain margins in the outdoors.