Precision-Rifle Cartridges

Evolution of the Precision-Rifle Cartridge

It could be argued that the 6 mm PPC, which was created in the mid-1970s by Dr. Louis Palmisano and Ferris Pindell, began the evolution of the precision-rifle cartridge. The 6 mm PPC was a .220 Russian cartridge case necked up to 6 mm.

First Look: DuraMag 6.5 Grendel Magazine

DuraMag is known for creating reliable magazines for the AR platform in calibers like 7.62x39 mm and .450 Bushmaster, and now they are rolling out a new magazine for AR-pattern guns that is specifically tailored for the 6.5 Grendel round.

The Complete Guide to AR-15 Cartridges

With all of the chambering options available for the AR-15 platform, which one is the best? The answer is: It depends.

7 Best New Cartridges for Long-Range Precision

The interest in long range precision shooting continues to rise; it seems like everyone wants to ring steel targets that are 10 football fields away. Here's a look at seven new cartridges that are great for long-range precision.

Head to Head: 6 mm ARC vs. 6.5 Grendel

Which is the better cartridge—6 mm ARC or 6.5 Grendel? Richard Mann takes a look at these two great cartridges to see how the stack up.

Is Hornady's 6 mm ARC the Best AR-15 Round Ever Made?

Hornady’s new 6 mm ARC is designed to push the AR-15-based rifle system to new lengths.

New for 2020: Remington’s Centerfire Rifle Ammunition

To cater to their customers by giving them what they want, Remington has a host of new centerfire rifle ammunition offerings for 2020 and what they all share in common is the use of a 6.5 mm/.264-caliber bullet.

Top 5 Shooting Illustrated Articles of the Decade

Over the last 10 years, we've covered thousands of topics. However, five articles floated above the rest. Here are the most popular Shooting Illustrated stories of the decade.

Range Review: Alexander Arms Highlander

Equally capable of close- and long-range shooting, the Alexander Arms Highlander in 6.5 Grendel might be one of the best do-it-all guns on the market.

First Look: Silent Legion SL-BK Suppressor

Designed for use with the optimized 300 Blackout cartridge, the Silent Legion SL-BK suppressor is purpose-built for quiet running on your compatible platform.

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