A Glance at the Cartridges From the varmint fields to the open plains, the choices we make about our hunting and shooting tools significantly impact our success and the ethical treatment of the game we pursue. Among the many rifle cartridges available, two stand out for their popularity and versatile performance: the .243 Winchester and … Read more
The Science of Projectiles At the heart of understanding a bullet’s flight lies the science of ballistics. Ballistics is the study of projectiles in motion, encompassing their behavior from the moment they leave a firearm to the point they come to rest. This field of study offers a window into the forces that shape a … Read more
The Essence of Ballistics: Understanding Projectile Flight At its heart, ballistics studies the motion of projectiles. It’s the science that explains why a bullet follows the path it does, influenced by a complex interplay of forces. Comprehending these forces is the foundation upon which accurate shooting is built. Ballistics is often broken down into several … Read more
Introduction Imagine something hurtling through the air, faster than a speeding car, faster even than a jet taking off. This isn’t a scene from a science fiction movie; it’s a reality experienced by objects and phenomena in our world. We’re talking about a specific velocity: 556 feet per second. This speed, seemingly abstract, holds profound … Read more
Exploring the Cartridges’ Beginnings The 5.7x28mm: Origin and Purpose The 5.7x28mm cartridge’s origins are deeply rooted in the quest for a lightweight and high-performance round for personal defense and military applications. Developed by FN Herstal, this projectile emerged in the early 1990s, intended to overcome the limitations of existing pistol calibers and offer superior penetration … Read more
Understanding the Fundamentals of Bullet Movement The Principles of Motion The world of bullets, flight, and ballistics often conjures images of muzzle flashes, impacts, and the dramatic moments captured in slow motion. But beneath the visible drama lies a subtle, almost ethereal phenomenon – the dust trail bullet flying through the air. This fleeting whisper … Read more
Introduction Imagine a hunter, carefully sighting their rifle, the weight of the moment resting on the choice of ammunition. One of the critical aspects in ammunition choice is the damage it can inflict. Selecting the right bullet type for the intended quarry is paramount, determining not just the effectiveness of the shot, but also the … Read more
The Creation of Bullet Markings Rifling and the Barrel In the dimly lit room, a team of investigators huddles around a table. The scene: a recent crime. The air hangs heavy with unspoken questions, the echoes of unanswered events. The only concrete piece of information is a spent bullet, lying cold and silent, a potential … Read more
The Fundamentals of Projectile Motion The crack of gunfire echoes, the smell of burnt powder fills the air, and a projectile streaks toward its destination. Have you ever paused to marvel at the seemingly impossible precision of firearms? How can a small piece of metal, launched at incredible speeds, consistently hit a target hundreds of … Read more
Introduction From the shadows of a crime scene to the bright lights of a courtroom, the search for truth is a relentless pursuit. When violence erupts, law enforcement agencies and forensic scientists race against time to piece together the puzzle, seeking clues that will lead them to the perpetrators. In this intricate dance of evidence, … Read more
