“223”

I read somewhere that today’s premium bullets represent the greatest advance in big game hunting technology since the widespread use of the optical sight, and I agree 100 percent. Many of the myths that we face today are the product of outdated truth.

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

Some argue that .223 Rem. is not adequate for deer. They say the bullet is too small and the cartridge lacks power. They also claim it is not legal in most states. Factually speaking, they are wrong on all accounts. With the right bullet, .223 Rem. can drive to 20-plus inches and expand to double diameter. And, in the states that allow rifles for deer hunting, only eight do not permit the use of the .223 Rem. As far as the “right bullet” goes, one of the best .223 Rem. loads for deer is the 62-grain Federal Fusion.

Though the .223 Remington has stolen the limelight—military adopted cartridges tend to do that after all—we owe a debt of gratitude to Mike Walker and his development. Without the .222, there would be no .223.

The company's .223/.308 Marksman reticle is now available in a 4X-12X-42mm, bringing shooters an affordable, compact scope with increased magnification.

Winchester's new varmint-specific ammunition will initially be available in .204 Ruger, .223 Rem., .22-250 Rem. and .243 Win.

Looking for a bolt-action rifle that's sized specifically for .223 Rem. cartridges? Mossberg has delivered it.

No question, the Remington R15 VTR semi-automatic .223 Rem. is the right rifle for any target problem.

FAB Defense is offering a free 5.56/.223 magazine with the world’s first collapsible AR-15 buttstock with a built-in magazine well.