Barnes Bullets & Ammo
Barnes Bullets is one of the leading manufacturers of reloading bullets for hunting, target shooting, and self defense purposes. Although they make a select line of pre-loaded ammunition, including various options for AR-style rifles, they are primarily known for their bullets. We're proud to offer both the reloading supplies and their loaded cartridges here at AmmoToGo.com.
Where is Barnes Located?
Barnes is currently based out of Mona, Utah, where they operate a large facility dedicated to the production of high-quality bullets, ammunition, and reloading information.
Barnes' Origins
Barnes Bullets was founded in 1934 by Fred Barnes, who sold bullets that he made in his basement workshop in Bayfield, Colorado. The company was soon sold to the Buford Corporation, although Mr. Barnes stayed on as a leader with the company. The early success of Barnes Bullets was due in large part to the “Barnes Original,” one of the top bullets for African game hunting.
Randy and Coni Brooks reenergized the company when they purchased it in 1974. Although Randy and Coni were making subtle changes, they recognized the vital wisdom and insight of Mr. Barnes, who consulted with the new owners for several months after the purchase.
One of the major advancements introduced after the Brooks family took over was the “Barnes Brass Solids,” which was introduced in 1974.
While on a brown bear hunt in 1979, Randy Brooks conceived of an all-copper bullet, an idea that would eventually become the “X-Bullet.” It would first be used to harvest an Alaskan brown bear by Randy in 1985 before becoming available to the public a year later.
By the nineties, the company had found a home in Lindon, Utah and eventually moved to the 75,000 square-foot facility in Mona, Utah that they now call home.
Throughout its history, Barnes Bullets has been a leader in reloading information and innovative bullet advancement. By 1989, Barnes Bullets published their first reloading manual, a resource that has become essential to many reloading enthusiasts. They have also designed and developed numerous hunting and self-defense bullets, including the XPB Pistol bullet, LRX bullets, and VARMIN-A-TOR bullets.
Barnes Bullets maintains a loyal customer base through outreach, interaction, and education. One of their top offerings is the “Club-X,” a program that gives members access to prizes and gift boxes, as well as the “Bullet-n” newsletter, which contains reloading information, hunting stories, game recipes, and shooting tips.
Popular Barnes Products
Barnes is best known for precision ammunition and components today. For instance, their VOR-TX line-up of ammo is popular among hunters looking for a premium round in the field. You can learn a lot more about it by reading our guide to Barnes VOR-TX ammunition.-
20rds - 300 RUM Barnes VOR-TX Polymer Tip 180gr. Tipped TSX Boattail Ammo
$90.00$4.5/ppr1 In Stock
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20rds - 5.56x45 Barnes VOR-TX 70gr. TSX Ammo
$35.95$1.8/ppr70 In Stock
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20rds – 338 Lapua Magnum Barnes VOR-TX 280gr. LRX BT Ammo
$149.95$7.5/ppr2 In Stock
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20rds – 338 Lapua Magnum Barnes Precision Match 300gr. OTM BT Ammo
$134.95$6.75/ppr3 In Stock
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200rds – 9mm +P Barnes TAC-XPD 115gr. SCHP Ammo
$244.95$1.22/ppr7 In Stock
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20rds – 300 AAC Blackout Barnes Precision Match 125gr. OTM BT Ammo
$36.95$1.85/ppr18 In Stock
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200rds – 5.56x45 Barnes VOR-TX 70gr. TSX BT Ammo
$339.95$1.7/ppr3 In Stock
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200rds – 300 AAC Blackout Barnes VOR-TX 120gr. TAC-TX BT Ammo
$404.95$2.02/ppr1 In Stock
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20rds – 270 Win Barnes VOR-TX Long Range 129gr. LRX BT Ammo
$51.95$2.6/ppr26 In Stock
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20rds – 9mm Barnes VOR-TX 115gr. XPB Ammo
$22.95$1.15/ppr20 In Stock
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20rds – 375 RUM Barnes VOR-TX LR 270gr. LRX Ammo
$69.95$3.5/ppr10 In Stock
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20rds – 223 Rem Barnes Precision Match 55gr. OTM BT Ammo
$26.95$1.35/ppr85 In Stock
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20rds – 35 Whelen Barnes VOR-TX 200gr. TTSX BT Ammo
$49.95$2.5/ppr20 In Stock
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20rds – 35 Whelen Barnes VOR-TX 180gr. TTSX Ammo
$54.95$2.75/ppr8 In Stock
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20rds – 350 Legend Barnes VOR-TX 170gr. TSX FB Ammo
$39.95$2/ppr15 In Stock
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20rds – 40 S&W Barnes VOR-TX Handgun 140gr. XPB Ammo
$22.95$1.15/ppr- Buy 5 for $19.00 each
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20rds – 45 ACP Barnes VOR-TX 185gr. TAC-XP Ammo
$24.95$1.25/ppr56 In Stock
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20rds – 6.5 PRC Barnes VOR-TX LR 127gr. LRX BT Ammo
$57.95$2.9/ppr11 In Stock
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20rds – 6.5 PRC Barnes Precision Match 145gr. OTM BT Ammo
$47.95$2.4/ppr15 In Stock
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20rds – 45-70 Govt. Barnes Pioneer 400gr. SJHP Ammo
$57.95$2.9/ppr8 In Stock
