“Tag: Ballistics”

This old-school, snub-nose revolver may not be in trending style today, but it sure is comfortable to carry and still packs a punch.

Of the two prime combatants of the Cold War, the Soviet Union and United States, each armed their infantry troops with two unique but similar cartridges. Here's how they compared to each other.

Despite disagreements surrounding the .380 ACP cartridge's performance, its history shows it to be a popular, effective round, because people have always enjoyed small, easy-to-carry pistols that can be quickly deployed.

Based on the .308 Win. cartridge of the post-World War II era, a 6 mm cartridge emerged shortly thereafter and has become one of America's favorite hunting rounds. The .243 Win. provides today's hunter and long-range shooter with versatility that is tough to beat.

Gun owners are more connected today than ever before, and thanks to modern software and mobile hardware, today’s trendy shooter has the computing power to simply solve complex ballistic calculations with just a few swipes. Here are the trending ballistic apps of 2023.

Follow B. Gil Horman as he provides an overview of the materials used to evaluate bullet performance.

Known for its innovative ballistics meters and weather gauges, Kestrel is now expanding with its first-ever shot timer in the KST1000.

Winchester Ammunition’s new and improved Ballistics Calculator is available free online and through the iOS and Android app stores.

The 6.5 mm PRC boasts higher velocities and more downrange energy than the 6.5 mm Creedmoor, and with the proper projectile, this cartridge can humanely dispatch big game, even at extended distances.