This is our space where we try to keep everyone informed on what's new with Ballistic Supply and/or the shooting industry in general.

For all of you that are into self-abuse, we have it from a good source up North that the possibility of a 700 gr. Jacketed slug could be available in the near future.  Keep your toes and fingers crossed on this.  If they turn out like his other slugs, they will be the best of the best for you jacketed slug fans.

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Hornady has now released the 300 gr. FLX slug (Flex-Tip) as a component.  Finally, Yah!!!  Unfortunately, it comes in a 50 round box only, not bulk quantity, at this time.  So, that means that we can get it and load it, but it will not be the price you are used to seeing from us, at this time.  Although, ours should still be less expensive than Hornady.   

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We have had MANY requests for the 50 Beowulf.  We are in the process of working out the details, and when we get settled in our new location it will be next on the list of calibers to be added.  Please do not order yet --- I know it's hard to resist, ha ha!
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Just to let you all know that the 50 BMG development is coming along very well, and we should be ready to take your orders in April.  Tenatively, we will offer the 750 gr. A-Max in a match loading, and also a 690 gr. FMJ for practicing and rock busting way out yonder.  Watch for the new “50 BMG“ page!
NOTE:  Our 50 BMG loadings will be tailored to your specific brand of gun, not a generic, one size fits all.  Also, the new Barnes Triple Shock 647 gr. will be available as a special order for you folks that like elk hunting a mile away. 

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Best selection anywhere - We have now added Richard Gibson's 600 gr. Hardcast bullet to our permanent line-up.  It hammers at 1300 fps and 2252 ft. lbs. of energy, with a very respectable TKO factor of 56.  As with Richard's 700 gr., these slugs are gas checked and lubed for high temperatures at these velocities.  There is no leading apparent after many firings and most of our shooters don't bother changing compensators.  The high Taylor KO factors make the 600 gr. and 700 gr. more than a match for ANYTHING - ANYWHERE!_____________________________________________________________________

700 gr. Hardcast  --  Bet that got your attention !!!

Here it is - It's part of our permanent line-up now.  This is the LARGEST COMMERCIAL LOAD AVAILABLE, and Ballistic Supply is the ONLY place you can get it.  See the 500 Smith & Wesson page for all the details. 

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The above-mentioned 700 gr. Hardcast bullets are designed and manufactured by Richard Gibson from Homer, Alaska.  Richard is one of the best hand casters around.  He makes the very best - one at a time - just like us.  By the way, we now carry his full line of bullet weights for the 500 S&W available upon request.  Also, for those of you interested in loading your own, please e-mail or call us for Richard's contact information.  Other bullet weights include 575 gr., 535 gr., 440 gr., and the 370 gr. Hardcast.

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Now here's something NEW & VERY EXCITING!!  We have been working up a light load intended for use in home defense.  It will, of course, be called the DEFENSE LOAD, and will probably be added to our line-up around December or January.  If it all works out you will be able to buy some for the “lady of the house“ by Christmas.  The velocity is approx. 800 fps, and has a muzzle jump of about 1/2“.  This gives you fast acquisition, and the best part is - you can shoot these DOUBLE-ACTION.

Taurus    Taurus introduced their 500 S&W on the Raging Bull frame, indicating that it should be out sometime in 2005.  For 2007, Taurus is offering a 2” version. 

T/C    Thompson Center has now come out with 500 S&W barrels.