Introduction The crisp air bites at your cheeks, the distant silhouette of a buck offers a fleeting target. Your rifle, a trusted companion, is shouldered, ready. The moment demands precision, a clean shot. But before you squeeze the trigger, a crucial question arises: how much will the bullet drop on its journey to the target? … Read more
Introduction Planning a varmint hunt or honing your target shooting skills at close range? The .243 Winchester, a cartridge renowned for its versatility and performance, could be your ideal choice. This article delves into the specific performance characteristics of the .243 Winchester, particularly at the commonly used distance of fifty yards. We’ll unpack the mysteries … Read more
Meeting the Players: Introductions and Heritage Let’s begin by introducing our combatants. The .243 Winchester, born in 1955, is a direct descendant of the .308 Winchester, a military cartridge known for its accuracy and versatility. Winchester, in their wisdom, necked down the .308 case to accept a .24-inch bullet, creating a round that quickly became … Read more
