Backcountry Hunting Podcast

Modern vs. Classic Cartridges for Hunting

02.17.2023 - By Joseph von BenediktPlay

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What's all the froth and fervor over modern cartridges? Should we really discard the old tried-and-true classics? Sometimes, perhaps. Often, absolutely not.  This episode takes a deep dive into the pros & cons of modern, cutting-edge cartridges versus classic, proven cartridges.  We discuss: Cutting-edge bullets Ammo availability Proven terminal performance vs. prototype projectiles What happens if the airline loses your ammo Modern chamber & cartridge case design Ballistic advantages Efficiency & accuracy Recoil, barrel life, & downrange authority Wide-open country vs. big timber hunting Rifle availability & selection Survivor mentality & appropriate cartridges Handloading components & resources Turn-key solutions to cutting-edge performance This was a fun one... ENJOY!    FRIENDS, PLEASE SUPPORT THE PODCAST!  Join the Backcountry Hunting Podcast tribe and get access to all our bonus material on www.patreon.com/backcountry VISIT OUR SPONSORS HERE:  www.browning.com www.barnesbullets.com www.gunwerks.com https://www.youtube.com/user/Gunwerks www.leupold.com www.timneytriggers.com www.onxmaps.com www.silencercentral.com https://www.portersfirearms.com/ www.siembidacustomknives.com https://javelinbipod.com

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