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Every gun owner wants to avoid the sunk cost of their ammo going bad because of humidity or other environmental factors. In addition, comprised ammunition can cause serious damage to the weapon or even the shooter. So, how can you preserve your ammo and keep it organized for reloading efficiency? Here are some important considerations […]
Nosler, founded in 1948 by John Amos Nosler, has established itself as an impressive, respected name among gun owners. Nosler ammunition, bullets, and brass, are considered among the best in the industry, with a reputation for excellence. This has much to do with founder John Amos Nosler’s love of the sport, which directly led to […]
As a gun enthusiast, you’re probably fascinated by historical weapons and how they were used. You may even have a few vintage or antique firearms in your current collection, in which case you’re already very familiar with black powder. A precursor to the modern gun powder still in use today, black powder played a crucial […]
Drafted into the armed forces at the age of 33 in 1943, Bruce Hodgdon entered the Navy and began serving as an instructor to aerial gunners. As he listened to a chemist reminisce about World War I, Hodgdon’s ears perked up at the mention of large quantities of surplus smokeless powder being dumped into the […]
Black powder is the original form of gunpowder that dates back to 9th century China, when alchemists mixed various materials together in effort to develop an elixir of immortality. Early recipes produced a tremendous amount of smoke. The term “black powder” entered the lexicon in the late 19th century to distinguish the traditional gunpowder from […]
In a hunting context, stopping power is important for minimizing the animal’s suffering. A round that drops the prey in its tracks is more likely to achieve quick terminal results than one which leaves the creature on its feet. Five factors that affect a shot’s stopping power are: Here at Powder Valley, we’re proud to […]
Berger is known for making precision bullets tailored for specific shooting applications. Below we survey eight different types of bullets made by this premium ammo manufacturer. No matter what your shooting needs, Berger has a bullet that will get the job done. As a leader in ammo reloading supplies and other shooting products, Powder Valley […]
GOEX Black Powder Production has been acquired by Estes Energetics Powder Valley Inc is helping to announce some important industry news. On January 31st, 2022 an announcement was made that Estes Energetics has acquired the assets of GOEX, the premier black powder brand, and will continue and grow production at its Louisiana manufacturing facility. This […]
Hollow point bullets are perhaps the most popular and effective choice for deer and other big game hunting. While hollow points are excellent bullets for hunting, it does depend on the quarry. Since 1984, Powder Valley, the leader in ammo reloading supply, has been offering sportsmen and those interested in self-defense the best prices on […]