I grew up reading Keith, Jack, Askins, Whelen, Finn, Hagel, Jordan and a few others that have passed. Of the lot old Elmer influenced me the most, which is why the majority of my 55 years of hunting in Alaska have been done with a .338 Win. Mag. For the last 15 years I have been reading other writers more.
As I look back I honestly can say I have learned more technical information from John Barsness then all the others. He has spent time talking to labs, technicians, barrel makers, bullet makers, powder makers, ballistics folks, etc. He has combined that with actual hunting experience, in depth technical information, honest reviews and a personal style that shows in his writing. He is living his passion and from what I see and read he has a pretty cool gal sharing it all with him. That's the mark of a wise man. So heck ya, thanks Mule Deer for sharing it all and being approachable.
