Why do match bullets have the little hollow point ?
Dave
Match bullets
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Any existing data without such a reference should be treated as suspect and not used.
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Re: Match bullets
Because the jacket on most of them is formed in a cup, the lead inner dropped in and then the meplat (Pointy end) wrapped around, this leaves a join at the front which is slightly hollow and open.
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Dave 101
Re: Match bullets
i thought as much just wondered if there was any ballistic advantage to it .
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Dave
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Dave
Re: Match bullets
I have read all sorts of things on the pointy ends of bullets including the hollow point causing a change in pressure which creates a virtual meplat and similar. What I can say is pointing the end of the bullet makes a significant difference if you have the patience and you can buy bullets such as the Lapua Lockbase which are formed with an opening at the back instead of front ot Hornady which uses a polymer tip to close the meplat.
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Re: Match bullets
The hollow point moves the centre of gravity back in the bullet body and makes it more stable hence more accurate. (At least that's what I read once).
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Jenks
Re: Match bullets
Picture of a .308win 168grn IMI Samson Match grade bullet, illustrating how the centre of gravity has been moved rearwards. All I can say is it worked. The factory cartridges that used this bullet where the most accurate factory ammunition i have ever shot.dodgyrog wrote:The hollow point moves the centre of gravity back in the bullet body and makes it more stable hence more accurate. (At least that's what I read once).
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Re: Match bullets
Military 5.56 has a small light allow cone in the nose for the same purpose. Look in the sand on any military range and you'll find them.
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