Videos tagged with Range Determination

This video details the critical importance of understanding muzzleloader bullet performance and determining ethical shooting ranges. Instructor Mike Davidson emphasizes that just because a muzzleloader can hit a target at extreme distances (like 850 yards) doesn't mean the bullet will perform effectively or ethically. He explains how to use manufacturer data and ballistics calculators to find a bullet's optimal velocity window for expansion, thereby establishing a practical maximum range for humane kills. The guide highlights a specific 325-grain muzzleloader bullet with an aluminum tip, noting its effective expansion down to 1300-1400 ft/s, which translates to a practical range limit of around 550 yards under certain conditions.