A New Era Begins August 1, 2026

Traditional and Modern Muzzleloaders will now stand in separate official record books.

Four new divisions expand the Longhunter Record Book to include additional historic weapon categories.

With the transition to a digital platform, records will now be updated as entries are received — eliminating the long delays associated with printed edtions.

Longhunter Record Book Divisions

The Longhunter Record Book as it stands today reflects decades of traditional achievement.

The expanded record book continues that tradition while recognizing additional historic weapon disciplines:

  • Traditional Muzzleloaders

  • Modern/Inline Muzzleloaders

  • Traditional Archery

  • Black Powder Cartridge

  • Single-Action Revolvers

  • Lever-Action Rifles

Black Powder cartridge includes tradtional single-shot rifles, double rifles, and lever-action rifles. Single-Action Revolvers include both percussion (cap and ball) and traditional cartridge revolvers.

The record book below preserves the foundation upon which the next chapter of Longhunter records will be built.

Record Leaders by Species

Founding Era (1988 - July 31, 2026)