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Tagged as Ballistics
F Class Basics Part 2: Ballistics and Reloading
The F Class basics series continues with information about ballistics and reloading.
Jump Sensitivity Factor - A New (Old) Way to Evaluate Bullets
We examine a method of quantifying the accuracy potential of match bullets.
The Hornady 4DOF Ballistics Calculator (Modified Point Mass)
Hornady recently introduced a new ballistics calculator, called the 4DOF Ballistics Calculator. We investigate what it is and isn't.
Does Rifling Affect Ballistics?
Barrels come with different rifling types, and they all leave marks on the bullet. But do they impact the way it flies? We look at some US Army ballistics research to try to find an answer.
Why Headwinds are More Difficult than Crosswinds
It's often said that a headwind is more difficult to shoot in than a crosswind. This article explores the differences.
The Details of a Ballistics Calculator Solver
The differences between various methods of calculating ballistic trajectories are investigated in this article. What's the difference between Point Mass and Pejsa? Find out.
Pressure, Temperature, and Humidity for Ballistics Calculators
Confused about how to input pressure, temperature and humidity into a ballistics calculator? We untangle the details in this article.
Book Review: Applied Ballistics for Long-Range Shooting, 2nd Edition
An in-depth review of what just might be the best ballistics book on the market. Find out what you need to pay attention to, and what you don't.
Bullet Stability
If bullet stability seems complicated, that's because it is. We take a look at gyroscopic and dynamic stability, and how they interact with each other.
Skymate SM-18 Wind Meter
Reading the wind is critical calibrating your sites for long range shooting. But how do you calibrate your eyes? A wind meter may be just the ticket.
Modern Exterior Ballistics by Robert McCoy
A chapter by chapter summary and review of the modern day Bible of ballistics. Engineers will love this, but there's something for the rest of us too.
Barrel Twist and Bullet Stability
What are the effects of a barrel's twist rate on a bullet's stability? Can you over-spin a bullet?
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