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The Longevity of Cartridges

Why do some cartridges stick around, while others fade into obscurity? Phil Massaro delves into the topic, drawing on a lifetime of experience with ammunition stalwarts and fade-outs alike.

Top 10 Affordable, Quality Big-Game Ammo Loads

These 10 loads offer great performance without breaking the bank.

Alternative Ammo: .280 Ackley Improved vs. 7mm PRC

Contributor Dennis Bradley compares two long-range, fast shooting favorites: the .280 AI and 7mm PRC.

Behind the Bullet: .270 Winchester Short Magnum

Loosely based on a shortened .404 Jeffery case with the rim rebated to the .535-inch case head of the H&H family, the .270 WSM was the third commercial cartridge using the .277-inch bore diameter, and betters the velocity of the .270 Winchester by 200 to 250 fps.

First Look: Hornady CX Outfitter Ammo

Hornady has reengineered its popular GMX projectile to be more accurate, aerodynamic and deadly. The new CX monolithic copper-alloy bullet sports a higher BC, and boasts devastating terminal performance with 95 percent weight retention.

Behind the Bullet: .300 Winchester Short Magnum

Phil Massaro dissects a short-action favorite: the .300 Winchester Short Magnum.

First Look: Hornady Outfitter Ammo

Hornady’s GMX is among the best monometal bullets on the market, and while the company has included them in their loaded ammunition lines before, the new Outfitter series is designed around the GMX exclusively. Known for its deep penetration, good expansion and high weight retention, the GMX makes an excellent choice for the big-game hunter.

Top 5 Deer Bullets for 2018

We are undoubtedly living in the Golden Age of bullet development; never before have our projectiles been more reliable, consistent and effective. Here are five new, innovative bullets that are perfect for sealing the deal on deer-sized game.

Hornady Adds Nine New Calibers to Precision Hunter Line

Based upon the success of the initial developments, Hornady has added nine new calibers to its Precision Hunter line.

SHOT Show 2018: Hornady 6.5 PRC Ammo

Hornady has introduced its new 6.5 PRC ammo, which the company considers the “big brother” of the 6.5 Creedmoor.

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