Ammunition

Federal has just released two new pocket pistol defensive loads, .25 Auto Punch and .32 Auto Hydra-Shok Deep.

While the ammo used by pistols and revolvers can certainly pack a punch, it’s important to understand the realities of handgun power and its limitations compared to rifles.

We dive into the history and ballistics of the .280 Remington cartridge and discuss whether it’s still relevant today.

We take a quick look at .44 Auto Mag, a cartridge with a short and stormy career.

A closer look at .300 H&H Magnum, a cartridge that’s anything but old and in the way.

A dissertation on reloading technique and practices.

For some hunting rounds, the backside of the bullet is just as important as the front.

A brief look at the new 120-grain 6.5 Creedmoor Solid Copper Super Match ammo from G9 Defense.

A look at the Shooters World line of propellants, European powders available for American reloaders.

This excerpt from The Ballistics Handbook provides a general overview and history of terminal ballistics.

A quick look at two classic revolver cartridges, .38 Short Colt and .38 Long Colt.

When too much still isn’t enough, it may be time to consider a big-bore AR-15.

The author takes a look at the ultra-powerful .408 CheyTac and compares it against other anti-materiel cartridges like .50 BMG.

A quick look at the .30-378 Weatherby Magnum, a lightweight long-ranger.

A look at the Doubletap Ammunition Mann load, an excellent defensive .45 Auto load bearing the author’s name.

Some shooters love lots of recoil and big slugs, if that’s you, it may be time to get a .50-caliber rifle.