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Ammunition reviews and articles from Gun Digest.
Iowa Governor Branstad Rejects Lead Shot Ban for Dove Hunting
Iowa Governor Terry Branstad has rescinded a rule against use of lead ammunition in dove hunts. The Iowa Natural Resources Commission, a citizens’ panel appointed by the governor, passed that rule last year, over claims that lead shot for dove hunting was, somehow, a threat to human health. “That upset some hunters and some gun [...]
Reloading Shotgun Shells: With Non-Toxics, Stick to the Load Data
If you are already familiar with the basics of reloading, you probably know that non-toxic loads are a little different in composition – in the load data or recipe – and that you can never simply substitute ingredients. Find out what’s available in non-toxic shotshell loads, how they perform, keys to successful reloading for shotgun shells and more.
Massad Ayoob: The Dangers of Over-Penetrating Bullets
One critical rule of firearms safety is that the bullet must stay in its intended backstop. No responsible shooter would go to one of the older indoor shooting ranges that have a warning poster saying “LEAD BULLETS ONLY, JACKETED BULLETS CAN PIERCE BACKSTOP” and then proceed to pump hard-jacketed bullets into that frail backing.
Performance-Enhancing Loads: Reload Your Own to Get What You Need
Accuracy is often listed among the top three reasons for reloading your own ammunition. Handloading ammunition allows you to customize loads to draw the maximum degree of accuracy from your gun, and to tailor the loads to your needs for a particular hunt or competition.
Hornady® Recalls 7 Lots of 500 S&W 300 grain FTX® Custom™ Pistol Ammo
Hornady recalls seven lots of 500 Smith & Wesson 300 grain FTX Custom pistol ammunition.
Ammunition Reloading: Is It For You?
There are many great reasons to reload your own ammunition. And, there are some people who just shouldn’t do it . . .
Winchester’s New Load Blindsides Waterfowl
Blind Side is a definite unique alternative to that Same Old Steel Syndrome. Every little bit helps in the duck blind.
New York State Senator Asks: Why Restrictions on Ammunition Sales at WalMart?
New York State Senator Patty Ritchie (R-Heuvelton) has sent a letter to officials at Wal Mart, asking why Wal Mart stores in New York apparently require customers to present a state pistol permit when buying handgun ammunition.
Ammo Recall: Federal, American Eagle 45 Auto Safety Alert
Certain lots of recently manufactured 45 Auto ammunition may contain an incorrect propellant charge. Use of product from these lots may result in firearm damage and possible serious injury.
Primers: An Important Factor in Precision Reloading
The purpose of the primer is to ignite the main powder charge. However, there are more considerations than mere caliber and type when looking at the ignition end of a cartridge.
