know-how-ballisticterms_lead.jpg

Know-How: Making Sense of Ballistic Terms

Two measurements are thrown around quite often regarding bullet performance: sectional density and ballistic coefficient. Understanding these two terms gives hunters an advantage when it comes to bullet performance beyond the barrel.

Behind the Bullet: .375 H&H Magnum

The .375 bore is the legal minimum for dangerous game in many African countries, and with good reason: it generates just over 4,000 ft.-lbs. of energy at the muzzle, and offers a bullet with enough Sectional Density to get the job done, and done well.

Berger Introduces 6mm 108-Grain Elite Hunter Bullets

Berger has released a new Elite Hunter Bullet in 108-grain 6mm, for small to midsized game like deer and antelope.

First Look: Hornady Bore Drive ELD-X

The Hornady Bore Driver ELD-X is a saboted muzzleloader bullet whose polymer base seals against the bore to promote energy and accuracy.

First Look: 6.5-300 Weatherby Mag.

Roy Weatherby was the godfather of the “speed kills” mantra, and so he designed his rifle cartridges to be the fastest and therefore the hardest hitting. Over 70 years later, the company is, er, sticking to its guns with the release of what is the fastest production 6.5-caliber cartridge, the new 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum. Here are five things you need to know.

Winchester Expands Deer Season XP Line

New for 2017, Winchester has expanded the Deer Season XP line to include two new offerings: the 64-grain .223 Remington and the 125-grain 6.5 Creedmoor.

New for 2023: Federal Premium ELD-X Ammunition

Federal introduces its ELD-X line of centerfire rifle ammunition. This match-accurate, hard-hitting hunting bullet stands apart thanks to an extremely high ballistic coefficient and a design that provides dynamic expansion at a wide range of velocities. 

First Look: Hornady Bore Driver ELD-X Muzzleloader Bullet

Hornady announces its .50-caliber Bore Driver ELD-X bullet, taking muzzleloading rifles to new heights.

New for 2024: Nosler 7mm PRC Ammunition and Brass

Nosler introduces a new load for the 7mm PRC in its Trophy Grade ammunition line, as well as excellent component brass for the reloading crowd.

Behind the Bullet: 6.5-284 Norma

As a hunting cartridge, the 6.5-284 Norma has been touted as one of the best for game animals up to the size of elk.

Page 1 of 11

Interests



Get the best of American Hunter delivered to your inbox.