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Selecting the Best Bullet for Varmint Hunting

Take a look at the construction and conformation of several popular bullet types to ensure you make the right choice for your next varmint hunt.

Can You Hunt With It? 5.45x39mm

Is the 5.45x39mm a reasonable hunting cartridge? Contributor Jay Pinsky takes a closer look to find out.

10 Things You Didn't Know About RCBS

To celebrate RCBS’ 75th anniversary, we've assembled 10 facts about the company's long history that may surprise you.

How to Pick the Perfect Varmint Load

New bullets and loads can increase accuracy and minimize pelt damage. The best varmint ammo depends on your needs. Here’s a guide to help you find a match.

Hardware: Norma TipStrike

Norma TipStrike is a great all-around ammo for big game, from deer and hogs to bears and even elk, giving Eastern whitetail and Western big-game hunters another reliable and accurate option in controlled-expansion bullets.

Hardware: SIG Sauer Elite Hunting Ammunition

SIG Sauer has a legacy of offering top-shelf products, regardless of type, and it appears the company will continue that heritage with its Elite Hunting ammunition line. Offered in Copper Game, and Varmint and Predator varieties, it is accurate and delivers great terminal performance.

Alternative Ammo: 6x45 vs. .223 Remington

Contributor Dennis Bradley kicks off his series on esoteric alternatives to more common ammunition, with the 6x45.

Behind the Bullet: 6mm Remington

Introduced in 1955, the 6mm Remington was designed to be a dual-purpose cartridge that could handle varmints and predators just as well as it could deer and similar-sized game.

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