What does Sierra MatchKing mean?

What does Sierra MatchKing mean?

Sierra MatchKing Bullets All MatchKing have a hollow point design with a very small meplat for high ballistic coefficient. The majority of these bullets have a boat tail shape to further minimize drag and improve ballistic coefficient. They are manufactured to the very highest quality standards.

What are spire point bullets good for?

The spitzer bullet, also commonly referred to as a spire point (Spire Point is a proprietary term describing a spitzer style bullet), is primarily a small-arms ballistics development of the late 19th and early 20th century, driven by military desire for aerodynamic bullet designs that will give a higher degree of …

What does spitzer mean?

Definition of spitzer : a metal-jacketed pointed bullet.

Do Sierra MatchKing bullets expand?

Sierra re-engineered their legendary MatchKing bullet into a hollow point design for quick expansion and fitted it with a transparent green tip for ballistic uniformity.

Are round nose bullets accurate?

They are also (usually) more than accurate enough for the distances at which it is practical to use them. I know that here in the Northeast, I can use a round nose bullet for 95 percent of my hunting without being handicapped by trajectory; our shots just simply aren’t that far.

Where is Sierra ammunition manufactured?

Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. Founded in 1947 in California, Sierra Bullets is an American manufacturer of bullets intended for firearms. Based in Sedalia, Missouri since 1990, Sierra manufactures a very wide range of bullets for both rifles and pistols.

What is an 8005 round nose bullet used for?

This 85 grain #8005 Round Nose SportsMaster bullet is for use in 30 caliber handguns only. The thin jacket and large exposed lead nose provide good expansion in varmints and small game at moderate handgun ranges when loaded and fired in cartridges, such as the 30 M1 Carbine and the 32-20 (in handguns with .308 inch bores for the 32-20 cartridge).

How do I order bullets from Sierra Bullets?

To order by phone, please call 1-888-223-3006 *Sierra Bullets does not sell any loaded ammunition. What you are purchasing are bullets only and will need to be loaded into ammunition in order to be fired from a firearm. Prices, specifications and availability are subject to change without notice.

What is the largest caliber bullet in the Sierra line?

This 110 grain #2110 Hollow Point also is the largest caliber Varminter bullet in Sierra’s line. It will withstand exceptionally high velocities and can be loaded in all 30 caliber cartridges, including magnums. It is extremely accurate and has been used by some Hunter Benchrest competitors.

What is a 110 grain roundnose used for?

The 110 grain Roundnose #2100 is a soft point expanding bullet that expands reliably at carbine velocities. This bullet can be used in all 30 caliber cartridges (at reduced velocities) for small game. In handguns of 30 caliber, these bullets are best suited for informal target shooting or varmints at close range. .30 CALIBER/7.62MM 110 GR. HP