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When it comes to the world of AR-15 rifles, there are a multitude of options for ammunition. However, two of the most popular choices among gun enthusiasts are the 5.56 NATO and the 300 Blackout rounds. Both of these cartridges offer their own unique advantages and have gained a loyal following among shooters. In this blog post, we will dive into the ballistics and compare these two popular rounds, specifically when used with an AR-15 5.56 NATO upper. So, let's settle this ballistic battle once and for all: the difference between 5.56 NATO and 300 Blackout. Read more

So here we are, touching on the subject of .223 Wylde. A little definition to remind us all, a .223 Wylde chamber is used on .223 caliber rifle barrels to allow them to safely fire either .223 Remington or 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition.  Is there a compelling reason to switch to a Wylde chamber? There are some that will tell you that a .223 Wylde  and a 5.56 NATO chambered barrels will take both cartridges, 5.56 NATO and .223 Rem, and thereby, there is no difference. Well, in ter... Read more

The 50 Beowulf and 5.56 rounds are two popular types of firearms cartridges based on AR-15 platform. Both have unique features that make them desirable to gun enthusiasts and novice shooters alike. Understanding the differences between these two cartridges can help shooters make an informed decision when selecting their preferred firearm.The 50 Beowulf cartridge was developed in the early 2000s by Alexander Arms. This round was designed to deliver high stopping power, which makes it suitable for... Read more

Today’s topic of discussion is What Is The Difference between .223 Wylde and 5.56 NATO AR-15 Barrel.First and for most, let’s get the terminology straight. .223 Wylde IS NOT your regular .223 Remington! I know, both sound very much similar but these are completely different animals. So let’s go into details.5.56 NATO and .223 RemingtonThough they share identical case dimension, they are slightly different and thus, are not the same cartridge. .223 Remington is slightly smaller than you... Read more

There has been long running debate over which is the most effective round and what our ground troops should be using, 5.56mm x 45 or 6.8mm x 43 SPC.   Well, for me, that’s a no brainer – 6.8mm of course. Why? Because of its terminal effects! In layman’s terms terminal ballistics is how the projectile reacts and what damage it causes when it strikes the target. But don’t let me influence you in any way with my opinion; I’d like you to put your reasons forward as to which... Read more