If someone asked me which two hunting cartridges are most quintessentially American, I’d offer the 300 WIN MAG VS 30-06. It’s hard to argue against either. The 30-06 (and if you have an old enough rifle, it might be marked as .30 Gov’t) was the caliber of both the 1903 Springfield and the M1 Garand, […]
Ammunition design has developed alongside firearms technology, producing specialized bullet types optimized for very different goals. Two designs are often confused: Open Tip Match vs. hollow-point, because they look similar at a glance. Both feature an opening at the nose, yet their engineering intent, performance characteristics, and best applications differ considerably. This article covers each type […]
So, what to get? 300 BLK vs. 5.56 NATO is a hot debate. AR-15s rule the roost as America’s rifle. The rifle’s proliferation is due in part to decades of use by our armed forces, which have made generations of young men familiar with the platform. On top of that, the AR’s standardization means parts […]
The .22 vs. 6.5 Creedmoor debate is a close competition. When it comes to modern rifle cartridges designed for long-range accuracy and versatility, both sit near the top of shooters’ wish lists. These two cartridges share a common lineage, as the .22 Creedmoor is essentially a necked-down version of the 6.5 Creedmoor case. However, they […]
Everywhere you go, people hunt hogs for different reasons. To find the best caliber for hog hunting, you have to ask where and why you’re hunting hogs, and then go from there. In many cases, your terrain, property, and personal goals will guide you to the perfect hog hunting setup. Many will tell you that […]
