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Best 50 BMG Ammo

Best 50 BMG Ammo

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Ammo/Ammo Guides/Centerfire Ammo

The .50 Browning Machine Gun (BMG) cartridge is one of the most powerful firearms rounds in the world. Initially designed for military use, it has found a place in civilian applications, ranging from long-range shooting competitions to big game hunting. This article delves into the nuances of .50 BMG ammo, exploring its history, specifications, ballistics, […]

What Is Magnum Ammo?

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Ammo

Ammunition can be confusing. It even confounds the experts on occasion. Take the term “magnum ammo,” for instance. Nothing clearly defines the parameters of a magnum cartridge, and no one, including the NSSF, regulates the term. The word “magnum” didn’t apply to ammunition initially. It’s an old Latin word that means “large, great, or important.” […]