Gun owners often wonder about the penetration capabilities of the .308 Winchester (AKA the 7.62×51 NATO) round. Is .308 armor-piercing? The answer to this question requires a journey of discovery. First, we’ll discuss which .308 armor-piercing rounds are available. Second, we’ll discuss whether armor-piercing .308 rounds (AP) are legal for civilians. Finally, we’ll do some […]
The versatility of the .308 Win often creates a lot of questions for new gun owners. Is the round underpowered, or overpowered? What’s the best bullet grain weight and its effective range? This article will give you an introduction to .308 ballistics as we talk velocity, drop rate, and more. Let’s begin with the .308’s […]
As far as short-action, high-powered centerfire rifle calibers go, the .308 Winchester and its clone the 7.62X51mm NATO are the reigning champs. The best .308 ammo is easy to find, and every possible type of bullet is available. Why? It’s because it’s a solid performer, and it shares the exact same bullet as its stalwart […]
