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.
When I conceived the rifle, I wanted to explore the concept of somebody who is reasonably handy with tools building a precision rifle on the kitchen table or in the basement. I wanted an economy “bolt-together” rifle, with the idea to customize it with select parts and gear while staying within a working-man’s budget. The other important thing is it must shoot well enough to earn the title Precision Rifle.
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.
Federal is expanding its line of 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition for 2020, with additions including the 6.5 Creedmoor Swift Scirocco II, Terminal Ascent and the MeatEater Series Trophy Copper rounds.