What's Your Favorite Cartridge?

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posted on May 9, 2014
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For today’s post, I ask that you to share your favorite handgun or rifle cartridge with your fellow readers. If you’re like me, there are many options that immediately come to mind; however, I invite you to mention just one, and to provide reasoning behind its selection. Some things to consider are: performance, availability, cost, associated firearms, etc. Have fun!

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