“Tag: .308”

Norma’s ballistician Nils Kvale saw the wisdom of having the velocity and horsepower of the .300 H&H Magnum, but in a shorter, more affordable receiver, and used the H&H case to develop his .358 Norma Magnum in 1959 as well as the .308 Norma Magnum one year later. The .308 Norma Magnum closely resembles the wildcat .30-338 cartridge, though the shoulder of the former is located a bit more toward the base than that of the .308 Norma Magnum. Intrigued? Read on about this often unfairly overlooked hunting classic.

The 7x57mm Mauser and the .308 Winchester are two of the most versatile and popular cartridges to make the jump from military to field use. Which makes the more sensible choice for the big game hunter? Follow along as Phil Massaro takes a dive into this pair of classics.

If you’re looking for a lightweight rifle for a stalk or a capable firearm for competition, the Colt CBX Tac Hunter is worth a close look.

Barrier Blind Solid Copper Hollow Point from G9 Defense is built to provide exceptional barrier penetration, great expansion and 18 inches of target penetration with nearly 100-percent weight retention.

Both the .308 Winchester and .270 Winchester are popular chamberings, and ammo is readily available from nearly every manufacturer. Which comes out on top? We take a closer look at the pros and cons of each.

We put two short-action gems up against one another: the .308 Winchester, a time-proven veteran with 70-plus years of hunting experience, and the 6.5 PRC, a relative newcomer that is quickly gaining favor in the hunting fields and target range.

The Ruger SFAR is nearly identical in size to an AR-15-style rifle, yet it’s chambered in .308 Winchester, combining the ballistic advantages of the .308 with the size of a traditional MSR.

Get a closer look at the Colt CBX Precision Rifle, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.

Colt introduces its brand-new CBX Precision Rifle—an advanced bolt-action chassis rifle with performance-enhancing features ideal for competitive shooters.