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Steel VS Brass

Steel VS Brass Ammo

As a lifelong firearms enthusiast and avid shooter, I have learned a lot about the gun community over the years. One undeniable thing is that gun owners love to debate just about anything. When it comes to steel vs. brass ammo, the debate never ends.  Want proof? Post a comment promoting a specific gun, cartridge […]

30-06 vs 308

30-06 vs 308

By Guy J. Sagi Though the .30-06 Springfield has reigned supreme over other whitetail deer-hunting cartridges for decades, its title may be in danger. There have been coup attempts before, certainly. Yet the overwhelming number of rifles chambered for the .30-06 is a stout defense, one deeply supported by owners comfortable with its performance. Still, […]

308 VS 7.62 NATO

308 VS 7.62 NATO

Comparing .308 vs 7.62 NATO is like describing twin brothers with different personalities – these rounds are almost identical in every way. Almost. Many people believe there is no difference between the .308 vs 7.62 NATO. However, it turns out there are several legitimate distinctions between these two rounds. Though small, these details can impact […]

remington 308 ammo

Remington 308 Ammo 

The 308 caliber is both relevant and rich in history. If we assigned human characteristics to the 308, they would be a traveler and adventurer, jack-of-all-trades, and a master of some. For those new to the gun industry, 308 Remington ammunition is still 308 Winchester – Remington is just the maker of their version of […]

Hornady 308

Hornady 308: An American Classic

In 1949, the Hornady Manufacturing Company began producing innovative, reliable projectiles for gun owners the world over. They didn’t stop there. Over the next few decades, the name “Hornady” became synonymous with dependability and accuracy. The rise of Hornady coincided with the creation of what is arguably the most popular projectile in production, the .308 […]