Hornady 2026 New Ammo Offerings

This guide details a technique for testing how barrel fouling affects rifle accuracy, based on an expert-led 100-round test. It demonstrates that for some rifles, accuracy can improve as the barrel breaks in and accumulates fouling, contrary to common assumptions. The test uses a Thompson/Center Encore Pro Hunter in .308 Winchester with Hornady ammunition and a Leupold scope, observing group sizes and point of impact shifts over 100 rounds without cleaning.

This guide details advanced whitetail hunting techniques using the Thompson/Center Encore rifle in Kansas. Instruction from experienced hunters covers range preparation, strategic blind placement, wind analysis, and precise shot execution on mature bucks. The content emphasizes understanding deer travel corridors and utilizing specialized gear like suppressed rifles and quality ammunition for successful hunts.

This video details a successful Illinois deer hunt utilizing the Thompson/Center Encore platform chambered in 350 Legend with a carbon fiber barrel. Expert insights cover ballistics strategy, optimal zeroing techniques for the 350 Legend round, and tactical hunting adjustments during the peak rut. The demonstration highlights the effectiveness of Hornady American Whitetail Tipped ammunition and the importance of adapting to changing conditions for a successful harvest.

The 22 Creedmoor cartridge, developed by Hornady, offers a compelling combination of speed, flat trajectory, and low recoil, making it highly effective for various shooting applications. It excels in maximizing aerodynamic performance with modern bullets, delivering minimal wind deflection and exceptional long-range capabilities. The cartridge is presented as a superior alternative to established .22 caliber rounds like the .22-250, .220 Swift, and .222 Remington.

The 22 Creedmoor cartridge, developed by Hornady, offers a compelling blend of speed, flat trajectory, and low recoil, making it highly effective for various shooting applications. It excels in maximizing aerodynamic performance with modern bullets, providing superior long-range capabilities compared to similar cartridges like the .22-250 or .220 Swift. Hornady offers the 22 Creedmoor in several ammunition lines, including V-Match, Precision Hunter, Match, and Superformance, with specific bullet weights and types tailored for different uses, from varmint and predator hunting to small and medium game.

This episode of the Hornady podcast delves into the history and performance of iconic rifle cartridges, focusing on the .308 Winchester family and its derivatives. The discussion highlights the versatility and enduring legacy of cartridges like the .308, .243 Winchester, and .358 Winchester, exploring their development, ballistic characteristics, and suitability for various hunting and shooting applications. The hosts, including firearms experts, provide insights into their personal experiences and the technical aspects that make these cartridges relevant today.

The Hornady Versa Prime bench priming tool is engineered for reloaders seeking speed, precision, reliability, and safety. It features a rugged 6061 billet aluminum construction with hardened steel components, tight machined tolerances, and a simple, quick-move detented rotary primer feed disc. The tool offers a 100-primer capacity tube with an integrated primer shield and an empty indicator, an adjustable hard stop for precise seating depth, and a spring-assisted handle return for fast, smooth cycling. It is designed for both right and left-handed users and is made in the USA with a lifetime warranty.