Kevin Reese
Contributing Writer
While Kevin Reese manages media relations for Sellmark’s brands, he works as an award-winning national/international outdoor writer, contributing 30 – 40 feature articles per year. He has also worked in front of and behind cameras for various TV shows on Pursuit, Sportsman and Outdoor Channels, as well as NRA TV. Kevin is an 8-year Marine Corps veteran, hardcore patriot and lover of all things outdoors. He is an avid bowhunter and also enjoys long-range shooting. Along with his career as a freelance outdoor writer, photographer and videographer, Kevin has worked as a PR professional, managing public relations for numerous outdoor industry companies. He also serves on the Professional Outdoor Media Association’s (POMA) Board of Directors as 1st Vice President. Kevin’s freelance outdoor communicator awards include: 2023 POMA Outstanding Achievement Award, 2023 & 2022 Tactical Retailer Choice Awards, 2019 AGLOW Best Video Webcast Award, 2013 POMA/Personal Defense Network Editorial Contest, 2011 POMA/Mossy Oak Pinnacle Award and 2011 POMA/Mossy Oak Outstanding Achievement Award.
Shooting
Falco Holsters: World Renowned, Handcrafted & Affordable
Dive into the fascinating story behind Falco Holsters and their commitment to craftsmanship and advanced technologies.
Shooting
Bergara MgMicro Lite Bolt-Action Rifle Review
While it’s impressively compact, the Mg Micro Lite Rifle packs enormous top-tier rifle punch. Bergara was after an ultra-light rig capable of producing match-rifle results, and they achieved their goal with solid style points.
Shooting
'Stay In The Suck': World Champion Lena Miculek’s No. 1 Shooting Secret
Lena Miculek was practically born on a shooting range and to be a competitive shooter, but her accomplishments are all her own.
Entertainment
Duck Dynasty’s Phil Robertson on Faith, Hunting, & Freedom
Hook & Barrel talked with the legendary Phil Robertson of Duck Commander fame, with his roots, a troubled beginning, and how to live a happy life on the table, before his passing in 2025.
Archery
Bowhunting with the Pulsar Axion Doesn't Have to Be Optional
Pulsar’s Axion is a bowhunter’s walk, wait, and recovery problem solver. The Walk Trekking across unfamiliar ground in the dead of night is no small task; of course, my knack...
Shooting
Winchester Model 70 Extreme Weather SS Review: The Complete All-Weather Hunting Rifle?
Another Winchester Win for the History Books - Rugged, reliable and precise. Among my earliest memories are the countless times I sat glued to our wood-paneled...
Lifestyle
RECIPE: Wild Duck Gumbo, Phil Robertson-Style
Shooting
Ruger
Marlin 336 Classic .30-30 Lever-Action Rifle Review
The Marlin 336 Classic .30-30 lever action rifle is a gun for the ages. But it fits in pretty darned nicely in today's world of firearms.
Shooting
Custom Feel, Production Price: Inside the Bergara HMR Carbon Wilderness
The Bergara B-14 HMR Carbon Wilderness Rifle is a production rifle with a seriously custom feel.
Shooting
Sig Sauer
SIG Sauer MCX Rattler Review: The Ultimate Backpack PDW?
There is every chance that shooting with the Sig Sauer MCX Rattler might be the most fun you ever have. Trust us, we know!
Shooting
Dead Air Silencers
Building a 6mm ARC AR-15: Ultimate Hog Hunting Rifle Build & Cost
You can certainly build the ultimate AR-15 pig rig. Throw in some thermal and night vision optics, but it'll cost ya.
Gear
5 Top Air Guns & The History of Air Rifles
Airing out haters with history, facts, and fun. It’s tough to fathom where modern society’s perspective of airguns went awry. When and where exactly did the toxic distrust, misinformation, and...
Shooting
KICKING OFF HOOK & BARREL’S 5th ANNIVERSARY WITH AN F-1 FIREARMS BANG!
Merriam-Webster defines lifestyle as, “The typical way of life of an individual, group, or culture” (noun) and “associated with, reflecting, or promoting an enhanced or more desirable lifestyle” (adjective). Since...
Shooting
The Best of Pulsar Thermal & Night Vision for 2022
Meet the best of the best from Pulsar Thermal & Night Vision.
Shooting
F-1 Firearms BSF-19 9mm Semi-Automatic Pistol Review
The F-1 Firearms BSF-19 9mm pistol brings a lot to the table. Reviewer Kevin Reese breaks it all down.
Hunting
Pulsar's Flagship Riflescope: The Thermion XP50 Thermal
Pulsar's most affordable thermal riflescope is also its most popular. Meet the Thermion XP50 Thermal.
Lifestyle
Sawman: Craig Sawyer
Craig Sawyer - Cutting through the marrow of Dark Trades’ bones Way back in 1867, British Philosopher John Stuart Mill dropped 50 tons of truth by suggesting, “Bad men need...
Shooting
Sig Sauer
SIG SAUER Elite Hunter 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo Review
SIG SAUER Elite Hunter 6.5 Creedmoor For 120 years, SIG SAUER has consistently produced quality firearms for military troops and civilian enthusiasts alike and in recent years has experienced a...
Hunting
Jim Shockey's Bowhunting Tips
Jim Shockey Bowhunting Tips: We asked Jim Shockey to share what he feels are the most critical elements of bowhunting.
Shooting
Shotgun Tips & Tricks to Hit More Targets
Zach and Desi Kienbaum’s Shotgun Shooting Tips Wyatt Earp once said, “Fast is fine, but accuracy is everything.” Not much has changed in the 154 years Winchester has been in...
