30-06 Springfield

30-06 SpringfieldHere's the daddy the largest "standard" cartridge we do, so if you've got a lot to say or just want the coolest bullet on the list, say hello. Introduced in 1906 for use by the US Army, the massive 30 06 set a standard that meant it was in constant use up until the end of the 1960s although it's popularity in sporting and hunting circles means that it's still a very popular cartridge today. The punch it packs means that it is seen as being at the

it's certainly been eclipsed now

the larger diameter causes more damage and disabling targets more effectively

even if tales of shooting through engine blocks might be a bit far-fetched

Are you or someone you know in the armed forces

Here's the daddy - the largest "standard" cartridge we do

ever since the US started helping to arm friendly Iraqis and Afgans a few years ago the orders they put in for ammo means you can hardly get hold of these little beauties - fortunately

You've got space for 27 characters on there so get customizing

223 Remington was initially developed in the mid-sixties for the Armalite AR-15

It can be found in numerous firearms and movies here on the site - and tends to be involved in some seriously destructive mayhem

but you can't underestimate the "Clint" boost factor in its popularity

it's still not something you will be hoping ever comes your way

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