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22 Creedmoor VS 6.5 Creedmoor

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 […]

6.5 PRC VS 6.5 Creedmoor

6.5 PRC VS 6.5 Creedmoor

So you want to talk about distance shooting? The 6.5 ammo lineup is the natural place to start, and the two competitors are the 6.5 PRC and the 6.5 Creedmoor. These versatile cartridges fly flat, deliver plenty of energy on target at long distances, and excel in both target and hunting applications.  Both cartridges benefit […]

22 Hornet VS 22 Mag

22 Hornet VS 22 Mag

We started this series of articles looking at some of the prominent rimfire offerings; however, this article has a twist: a cartridge with a primer! That’s right, folks, we have a centerfire in the mix. The venerable .22 Hornet is an old cartridge that has never really taken off, yet it has also refused to […]

Best 5.7x28 Ammo

Best 5.7×28 Ammo

Looking for the best 5.7×28 ammo? It’s one of the more unique and versatile rounds available today, known for its high velocity and flat trajectory. Initially developed by FN Herstal in the 1990s, the 5.7x28mm met NATO’s need for a new personal defense weapon (PDW) cartridge to penetrate body armor while maintaining low recoil and […]

stopping power

Stopping Power: What Is It?

Stopping power, or “knockdown power,” is a projectile’s ability to incapacitate a target, whether animal or human. While almost everyone’s heard the term, understanding exactly what it means can be tough. All the confusion surrounding stopping power is mainly due to Hollywood’s unrealistic depictions of what happens when someone gets shot.  In TV and movies, […]