Core Lokt vs. Ballistic Tip | Gun Talk Radio

Published on May 9, 2022
Duration: 3:26

This segment from Gun Talk Radio clarifies the distinction between Remington's Core-Lokt and Nosler's Ballistic Tip bullets. Both are described as 'cup and core' designs without bonding, meaning the lead core and copper jacket are not physically adhered. While tipped bullets, including a newer 'Tipped Core-Lokt', offer improved ballistic coefficients and flatter trajectories, the practical difference in effect on game like deer or elk is considered minimal by the speaker.

Quick Summary

Remington's Core-Lokt and Nosler's Ballistic Tip are both 'cup and core' unbonded bullet designs. Ballistic Tips feature a plastic tip for improved ballistic coefficient and flatter trajectory, a feature now common in many hunting ammunitions. However, the practical difference in effect on game like deer or elk between these and other cup-and-core bullets is generally considered minimal.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction to Gun Talk Radio Segment
  2. 00:16Caller's Question: Core-Lokt vs. Ballistic Tip
  3. 00:32Defining Core-Lokt (Remington)
  4. 00:44Defining Ballistic Tip (Nosler)
  5. 00:56Similarities and Tipped Core-Lokt
  6. 01:12Benefits of Plastic Tips (Ballistics)
  7. 01:20Effect on Game: Core-Lokt vs. Ballistic Tip
  8. 01:29Cup and Core Bullet Design Explained
  9. 01:43Unbonded vs. Bonded Bullets (AccuBond, Partition)
  10. 02:02Recap: Core-Lokt vs. Ballistic Tip Origins
  11. 02:22Other Tipped Bullet Manufacturers (Hornady, Sig)
  12. 02:54Berger Bullets and Their Application
  13. 03:14Conclusion: Many Choices in Ammunition

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between Remington Core-Lokt and Nosler Ballistic Tip bullets?

The main difference lies in their origin: Core-Lokt is a Remington bullet, while Ballistic Tip is a Nosler design. Both are typically 'cup and core' unbonded bullets, but Ballistic Tips feature a plastic tip for improved ballistics, a feature now common in many hunting rounds.

Do plastic tips on bullets like Ballistic Tips significantly improve hunting performance?

While plastic tips enhance ballistic coefficient and create a flatter trajectory, the practical difference in terminal effect on game like deer or elk between a tipped bullet and a standard cup-and-core bullet is generally considered minimal by experts.

What does 'cup and core' mean for bullet construction?

'Cup and core' refers to a bullet design where a copper jacket forms a cup, which is then filled with a lead core. Neither the Remington Core-Lokt nor the Nosler Ballistic Tip are bonded, meaning there's no physical adhesion between the lead core and the copper jacket.

Are there other types of hunting bullets besides Core-Lokt and Ballistic Tip?

Yes, there are many. Examples include bonded bullets like Nosler AccuBond and Partition, which have a physical adhesion between core and jacket. Berger bullets, known for high ballistic coefficients, are also used for hunting.

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