ARTICLES

Joseph von Benedikt explains how Hornady’s PRC family was designed around modern long-range performance, high-BC bullets, fast-twist rifling, generous head height, tight chamber tolerances, and balanced case capacity. The article breaks down the strengths of the 6.5 PRC, 7mm PRC, and 300 PRC, showing where each cartridge fits for hunting, long-range shooting, and big-game performance. With handloading guidance for powders such as H1000, Retumbo, Ramshot Grand, Accurate MagPro, and Winchester StaBALL HD, the PRC cartridges prove to be efficient, accurate, and highly capable options for modern riflemen.

The 27 Nosler is designed to deliver or exceed the performance of other .27-caliber cartridges while using a modern beltless case and efficient powder capacity. Steve Gash tests the cartridge with a wide range of big-game bullets and slow-burning Hodgdon and IMR propellants, including US 869, H50BMG, Retumbo, and IMR 8133. The results show a fast, powerful, and accurate hunting cartridge that offers excellent handloading potential for western hunters and long-range big-game applications.

The 350 Legend has quickly become a popular straight-wall hunting cartridge, especially in states that allow straight-wall rifles for deer season. Bryce M. Towsley explains the cartridge’s design, bullet diameter considerations, case-length sensitivity, and the handloading details needed to build consistent, accurate ammunition. While the 350 Legend can be challenging to handload, careful case prep, proper crimping, and standout powders like Hodgdon Lil’Gun can help produce effective loads for deer, hogs, and similar-sized game.

This article covers the evolution and renewed popularity of the 10mm Auto, highlighting its performance in both semiautomatic pistols and revolvers with a wide range of bullet weights and powders. Load data and testing demonstrate its ability to deliver strong velocities, deep penetration, and excellent versatility for everything from personal defense to handgun hunting.

This article dives into the fine details of precision handloading for 6mm and 6.5 Creedmoor, covering case preparation, neck tension, bullet seating, and component selection to minimize velocity spread and maximize accuracy. Tested load data and techniques show how top powders like H4350 and IMR 4451 help deliver consistent, match-winning performance at extended distances.

Terry Wieland explains the challenges and rewards of loading bismuth shot in 16-gauge shotshells, especially for hunters using classic shotguns in areas requiring nontoxic shot. The article covers the unique properties of bismuth, why it requires careful component selection, and how hulls, wads, buffers, crimping tools, and powder choices like Hodgdon Longshot and Universal all affect performance. While not easy or inexpensive, careful 16-gauge bismuth loading can produce high-quality hunting loads for upland birds and other field use.