The wildcat is a new cartridge offering presumed improvements in performance but based on a cartridge case of a preexisting caliber. In the U.S. the primary cartridges became wildcats are based on the .30-06, .308 Winchester and the .30-30 Winchester. A wildcat is development to specific performance requirements to accomplish something not addressed by other…
Many enthusiasts would love to attend the annual Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show. For those that do attend, many are caught up in the event reminiscing with old friends and finding amazing treasures; few are ever let down. There is so much to see and discover and for those that missed the SHOT…
The current record for the 1k (1000 yards) is 2.6872” for a 10-shot string by Jim Roberts at the Deep Creek Range just outside of Missoula, Montana in April 2014. That is close to a 0.25 MOA shoot. The cartridge was a 6mm Dasher with 105 grain Berger Hybrid bullet. The Berger Hybrid is a…
Competitive target shooting is strictly a range activity. The formation of the National Rifle Association as the governing body of official target competition in 1871 was the beginning of official target shooting in America. Creedmoor Long Island was the home of the 1,000-yard competition. Many target matches occurred prior to this but the National Rifle…
Many of us enjoy reading western fiction, literature depicting cowboys, cavalry and desperados. While the story lines follow a formula to a degree, most of us get caught up in the action and don’t pay a lot of attention to details. For those of us who appreciate firearms it is distressing to find that the…
No matter what your profession is or which shooting range you visit, there are a number of people that facilitate the range to ensure it is a safe and organized environment. Among the major positions is range safety officer. This person, often referred to as the RSO is to ensure people have an enjoyable experience;…
There’s an equestrian sport making waves in the country western scene these days. Cowboy Mounted Shooting is the fastest growing equestrian sport in the nation. Riders ride their horses and are required to complete an obstacle course in various patterns while shooting balloons or targets up to 20 feet away. The Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association…
Going to the range isn’t just for fun or solely to fulfill the responsibility of the gun owner to learn to properly handle their weapons. Did you know it can also be very healthy? Especially for our military and law enforcement personnel. It takes both physical and mental training to properly handle and control the…
