BJ Hill, an outfitter in Jackson Hole, says 95% of his hunters use copper bullets, and he recommends that others switch to lead-free bullets, as well. He indicates that it is a simple step with few consequences. The real issues of disagreement between hunters and environmentalists are wolves, grizzly bears and feed grounds. In 2009, [...]
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In a test of Woodleigh 500 Grain solid at an average impact velocity of 2065 and North Fork 500 Grain solid at an average impact velocity of 2075, Michael Burke says that North Fork Solids have superior penetration. Article includes details of his test media and testing procedure. Note that this is of more relevance [...] Barnes Bullets New Home Page The Barnes Bullets Web site is back, with a new design. I’d mentioned in my post about Freedom Group acquiring Barnes that the Web site was down with a weak excuse. Well, the site is back in a reasonable amount of time, although as near as I can see, it [...] My favorite bullet manufacturer, Barnes Bullets, maker of the Triple-Shock, has been acquired by Freedom Group, Inc. The press release says that Freedom is acquiring “certain assets.” Barnes will reportedly continue day-to-day operations under the direction of founder Randy Brooks. I’m nonetheless a bit nervous, especially since the Barnes Web site has basically been taken [...] |
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