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Armor Piercing Rounds

Armor Piercing Rounds: 308 Winchester?

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Ammo/Self Defense

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 […]

Black Tip Ammo

What Is Black Tip Ammo?

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Ammo/Ammo Guides/Centerfire Ammo

Black tip ammo isn’t commonly found in the civilian marketplace. Still, it’s not extinct; it just roams in a different habitat. In this guide, we’ll hunt down the rare species that is “black tip” armor piercing ammunition and get an idea of what it is, how it works, and if it’s legal.  Black tip ammo […]