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Best 6.5 Grendel Ammo

Best 6.5 Grendel Ammo: Hunting, Target, & Plinking

By Guy J. Sagi Grendel is the first creature that knightly Beowulf defeats in a classic work of English literature. Accordingly, only a hero with superhuman strength could overcome the beast’s mythical power, and the cartridge named after it—the 6.5 Grendel—provides firearm enthusiasts with the same kind of legend-building performance. Alexander Arms introduced the cartridge […]

a photo of rimfire and centerfire ammunition

Rimfire VS Centerfire

By Guy J. Sagi The difference between rimfire and centerfire cartridges runs deeper than simply primer location, and some are subtle enough to have escaped the notice of even veteran shooters. The distinctions provide a glimpse into the materials and precise manufacturing hidden in the seemingly simple rounds and, ultimately, information to help new enthusiasts […]