A Tale of Two Cartridges The Rise of 7.5 FK The 7.5 FK cartridge, though relatively new to the scene, embodies a bold ambition. Developed by a team of firearms engineers, the 7.5 FK was conceived to fill a specific niche: delivering exceptional power and long-range effectiveness in a handgun platform. The design goal centered … Read more
A Look Back: Origins and Development The .223 Remington, a cartridge that has become synonymous with the AR-15 platform, traces its roots to the military’s quest for a lighter, more effective intermediate cartridge for the battlefield. Developed in the late 1950s and adopted by the U.S. military as the 5.56x45mm NATO, the .223 Remington is … Read more
Origins and Histories: A Tale of Two Cartridges The world of firearms is a diverse landscape, teeming with calibers and cartridges designed for specific roles. From the battlefield to the hunting grounds, the right ammunition can be the difference between success and failure. In this exploration, we’ll delve into a fascinating comparison: the venerable 7.62x39mm … Read more
A Tale of Two Magnums: Origins and Development Origins of the 7mm Remington Magnum The 7mm Remington Magnum, born in the early sixties, came about through a partnership with Remington and Weatherby, building upon the popular .264 Winchester Magnum. Remington necked down their .300 H&H magnum case to accept a .284-inch (7mm) bullet. This clever … Read more
Introduction The world of big game hunting and long-range shooting boasts a diverse array of cartridges, each designed to deliver specific advantages. Among the most popular choices for both disciplines stand two formidable contenders: the .300 Winchester Short Magnum (.300 WSM) and the .300 Winchester Magnum (.300 Win Mag). Both of these .30 caliber cartridges … Read more
A Look Back: Origins and Background The .308 Winchester (7.62x51mm NATO) The point three oh eight, also known as the .308 Winchester, has a history that’s strongly linked with military adaptation. Initially, the United States Army was looking for a new cartridge in the early nineteen fifties that would replace the .30-06 Springfield. They wanted … Read more
A Brief Look at the Contenders The world of rifles and ammunition is a vast and often perplexing one. Hunters and long-range shooters alike are constantly seeking the perfect combination of caliber, bullet, and rifle to achieve maximum performance in their chosen pursuit. Two rounds that have generated significant buzz in recent years are the … Read more
A Glimpse into the Past The world of firearms is filled with a fascinating array of cartridges, each with its own history, characteristics, and intended purpose. Among the many choices, two stand out as examples of engineering and historical relevance: the .38 Automatic Colt Pistol (.38 ACP) and the .38 Special. These cartridges, while sharing … Read more
Delving into the Basics: Bullet Design and Size The very foundation of a cartridge’s performance lies in its physical dimensions and construction. The 350 Legend, a relative newcomer to the market, boasts a substantial bullet diameter. This caliber utilizes a bullet with a diameter of .357 inches. Ammunition manufacturers typically offer various bullet weights for … Read more
A Tale of Two Cartridges: Introducing the Contenders The world of firearms is vast and varied, filled with cartridges designed for specific purposes. Among the most popular are the .223 Remington, a workhorse of the modern shooting world, and the 6mm Creedmoor, a relative newcomer making waves in long-range precision. Both serve distinct purposes, but … Read more
