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The Ballistic Assistant

An Ammunition, Component, and Technical Resource for Ballisticians, Commercial Loaders, Hobby Handloaders, and Firearm Enthusiasts

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  • Handloader’s Corner
  • Into The Rabbit Hole
  • Beginners Bench
  • Cartridge Lab
  • The Holdover

Beginners Bench

We were all beginners once. This section is dedicated to helping new handloaders build a solid foundation. But if you’re a seasoned reloader, don’t write it off, there just might be a tip, trick, or refresher here for you too.

What is Headspace and Why Does it Matter?
The Three Parts of Ballistics
Smokeless Powder Grain Shapes
How to use a Burn Rate Chart
The Modern Cartridge Case

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