Caliber Comparisons

30-30 vs. 30-06
- Caliber Comparisons
- August 6, 2019
30-06 vs. 30-30, two tried-and-true rifle cartridges are commonly found in the field. Let’s examine these two calibers and see the pros and cons of each as well as why you might opt for one in your arsenal over the other.
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357 Sig vs. 357 Magnum – What’s the Difference?
- Ammo Topics, Caliber Comparisons
- July 17, 2019
357 Magnum vs. 357 SIG: These two calibers sound similar and while the performance can be about the same, they have very different uses. 357 magnum is a classic revolver round, while the other is a modern semiautomatic cartridge. Understanding the differences can make you a better gun owner and user.
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38 Special vs. 357 Magnum
- Ammo Topics, Caliber Comparisons
- June 12, 2019
Let’s take a look at what separates two common handgun calibers – 38 special vs. 357 magnum.
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12 Gauge vs. 16 Gauge
- Ammo Topics, Caliber Comparisons, Hunting, Outdoors
- January 2, 2019
The 12 gauge might be the king of shotguns, but there are many useful gauges that you could add to your collection. A 16-gauge, for example, might not get the attention of other bores, but it is a useful tool for hunting and target shooting.
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7.62×51 vs. 7.62×39
- Ammo Topics, Caliber Comparisons, Hunting
- August 29, 2018
The 7.62x51mm and 7.62x39mm cartridges might be similar in caliber size, but they are two very different rounds. To help you understand the differences, it helps to know the history and the performance of the 7.62×51 vs. 7.62×39 cartridge.
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223 vs. 308 – A Rifle Caliber Comparison
- Ammo Topics, Caliber Comparisons, Hunting
- August 15, 2018
They are two of the more popular rifle calibers among American shooters. Let’s take a look at 223 vs. 308 and see the benefits of each caliber relative to the other.
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