Since the beginning, when man first started launching projectiles from barrels, there have been countless calibers that have risen and fallen. On occasion, we see these calibers fade a bit in popularity only to be revitalized later. We have seen this with the introduction of cartridges such as 27 Nosler and 6.8 Western. These cartridges also brought along updated bullet technology, with longer, sleeker projectiles with higher ballistic coefficients, which increased downrange performance. We are on the cusp of the very same thing happening in .25 caliber, thanks to Hornady’s introduction of the 25 Creedmoor and their new bullets to go along with it. ...Read More >

Everyone has heard of this hot, relatively new 6.5mm cartridge. It has gained popularity faster than any other round, excepting those adopted by the U.S. military. Most every rifle made or imported chambers it. ...Read More >

The ninth shot, the one that completed my third group, looked pretty good through the old Leupold Vari-X III. Hours of doing the type of handloading I like to avoid, neck turning, trueing and fireforming cases for concentricity, had actually paid off. The last shot from my Remington PSS heavy-barreled 308 Winchester had produced 2,663 feet per second (fps), right in the middle of the average velocity for the previous eight rounds. The extreme spread had been a pleasant 9 fps. All three groups were substantially under one inch. Thank you, Vihtavuori N150. It has been great getting to know you. ...Read More >

I have enjoyed the content of Handloader magazine for many years, and especially your insight and details of developing loads for handgun cartridges. Today, I am hoping you can help me with a less popular rifle cartridge, the 9.3x62mm. Many years ago, I acquired a one-of-a-kind, high-grade European example built on a commercial Mauser 98 action. I have no idea of the manufacturer, but it is engraved and fitted with a stunning stock. It has literally been too nice to hunt with, so a few years back I purchased a Ruger No. 1 in the same caliber. ...Read More >