Guns & Ballistics

Unveiling the Secrets of Sectional Density: A Deep Dive into Bullet Performance

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Defining the Essence of Sectional Density At its core, sectional density is a ratio. It represents a bullet’s weight relative to its cross-sectional space. Consider it as a measure of how “heavy” a bullet is for its dimension. A better sectional density implies {that a} bullet has a better mass packed right into a smaller … Read more

308 Win Ballistics By The Inch: Unveiling the Performance of This Classic Round

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Understanding the Dance of Flight: A Ballistics Primer Internal Ballistics Internal Ballistics focuses on what happens *inside* the firearm. It covers the processes within the barrel, from the ignition of the primer to the bullet’s exit. Key elements here include the type and amount of propellant (gunpowder), the barrel’s rifling, and the pressure generated. External … Read more

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