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Top 5 Deer Bullets

For those of us who choose to pursue deer with a rifle, the bullet is the one piece of gear that seals the deal. There are many makes and models available, but a few stand out. Here's a look at Philip Massaro's personal top five.

Bullet Bio: Lapua Naturalis

Richard Mann takes a look at a bullet that's just as unusual as the 11-point buck he once harvested with it.

Bullet Bio: Hornady ELD-X

Hornady’s ELD-X is the most significant advancement in bullet technology since bonding.

Introducing Swift High Grade

Big-game hunters seeking Swift Bullets in factory-loaded cartridges got a boost earlier this month with the formal unveiling of Swift High Grade Ammunition. Rather than relying on component sales or other ammo makers loading its projectiles, Swift wants to ensure that ready supply is there to meet demand for factory rounds bearing A-Frame, Scirocco II and new Break-Away Solid projectiles.

Gearing Up for an Elephant Hunt

Contributor Philip Massaro discusses the gear you'll need to take down a bull elephant.

5 Reasons Round Nose Bullets Are Still Cool

In this age of ballistic superiority, where our projectiles more closely resemble the Apollo-era spacecraft, where the bullet continues to evolve in both shape and method of construction, the round nose projectile is often overlooked as if it were a relic of a bygone era. Don't let that fool you, though. The good, old-fashioned round nose bullet, which seems to have been passed over in the history of bullet evolution, is still a viable choice for many hunters.

5 Things to Know About Hornady ELD-X

Hornady’s ELD-X bullet is a target/hunting hybrid bullet that’s at home both at Camp Perry and at deer camp. Here are five things you need to know.

Top 5 Boutique Bullet Companies

As a handloader, AH contributor Philip Massaro has a love for projectiles. Here are five of his favorite "boutique" bullet companies.

2016 Pioneer of the Year: Randy Brooks

The former president and CEO of Barnes Bullets is our 2016 Pioneer of the Year.

Hardware: Swift High Grade

Think of Swift as the Intel or the Briggs & Stratton of the ammunition business, maker of a specialized product incorporated into a more complex product marketed under a more prominent brand name.

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