A Look Back in Time The 7.62x25mm Tokarev round, a product of Soviet ingenuity, first emerged in the early nineteen thirties. Its creation aimed to supplant the 7.63 Mauser cartridge, already in widespread use in the USSR, while providing a more potent offering for both pistols and the burgeoning submachine gun designs of the time. … Read more
Understanding the Fundamentals: The Sonic Barrier Before delving into the specifics of supersonic and subsonic ammunition, it’s vital to establish a fundamental understanding of the speed of sound. The speed of sound is not a fixed value; it varies depending on factors such as temperature, altitude, and humidity. At sea level, under standard conditions, the … Read more
Understanding the Fundamentals Before diving into the specifics of P Ammunition1, let’s establish a foundation. Ammunition, at its core, is a self-contained system designed to launch a projectile from a firearm. It consists of several key components: the projectile (the bullet), the cartridge case (which holds everything together), the propellant (the substance that generates the … Read more
Understanding Bullet Expansion: The Fundamentals Why Expansion Matters When the stakes are high, the nuances of bullet design can mean the difference between life and death. Choosing the right ammunition requires a deep understanding of its design, performance, and how it interacts with the target. Firstly, it leads to the creation of a larger wound … Read more
Understanding the Core Design of the Norma MHP The Solid Copper Advantage The foundation of the Norma MHP’s impressive performance lies in its unique construction. It’s a solid copper bullet, a departure from the more common jacketed hollow point (JHP) designs that utilize a lead core encased in a copper jacket. This “monolithic” design means … Read more
Understanding the Basics In the world of firearms, choosing the right cartridge can be a significant decision. The performance of a weapon often depends on the ammunition it fires. Two popular choices, especially among AR-15 enthusiasts, are the 300 Blackout and the .223 Remington. Both have their strengths, weaknesses, and dedicated followings. This comparison delves … Read more
Delving into the Details of a 410 Shell Precise Shell Measurement The crisp autumn air hummed with anticipation. A seasoned hunter, his silhouette etched against the rising sun, carefully examined his 410 shotgun, a familiar comfort in his calloused hands. He selected a 410 2 5 inch shell, the compact, reliable cartridge that was his … Read more
