Wadcutter - Wikipedia
WEBA wadcutter is a special-purpose flat-fronted bullet specifically designed for shooting paper targets, usually at close range and at subsonic velocities typically under approximately 270 metres per second (890 ft/s).
What is a Wadcutter? - The Broad Side
WEBOct 3, 2020 · A wadcutter is a pistol bullet with a completely flat face. For example, a .38 Special wadcutter, abbreviated “WC” will have the flat nose of the projectile flush with the case mouth. Wadcutters were originally designed for target shooting. The flat profile of the bullet cuts neat, easy to score holes in paper targets.
Wadcutter Ammo for Self-Defense - Lucky Gunner Lounge
WEBNov 10, 2016 · Is wadcutter ammo a good option for self-defense? We fire rounds into ballistic gelatin to find out how wadcutters stack up.
Wadcutter Bullets: Everything You Ever Wanted To Know
WEBApr 4, 2020 · Did you know that some wadcutters are designed specifically to feed through semi-automatic pistols? Here we review the basics of wadcutter bullets—from Himmelwright to HBWC.
What is a Wadcutter? - Ammo To Go
WEBMay 22, 2018 · Wadcutters are common bullets used in competition shooting. In this article, we'll explain what a wadcutter is, if you should use them for self-defense and why it's the ideal bullet for competitive shooters.
Wonderful Wadcutters: From Target To Tactical
WEBThe full wadcutter is the ultimate flat-nosed bullet design. Originally designed for target use because of the large, perfectly round holes they made when punching through paper, competitors wanted any extra “edge” they could obtain by stretching the limits of the hole their projectile made.
What Are Wadcutter Bullets? - NRA Blog
WEBMar 11, 2016 · Wadcutters were designed to punch distinct circular holes in paper targets, making life a lot easier when determining who won a competitive shooting match. But wadcutters have a couple traits that limit their effectiveness. For one, a flat front isn’t very aerodynamic.
What is a Wadcutter Bullet? - The Big Game Hunting Blog
WEBThe wadcutter is a relatively specialized bullet type that is only utilized in a few different cartridges (particularly .38 Special). As you can see in the photos below, a wadcutter bullet has a flat front and is typically cylindrical in shape.
What is wadcutter ammo? | [October Updated] - TheGunZone
WEBMay 13, 2024 · Wadcutter ammo refers to a specific type of ammunition commonly used in target shooting. It features a flat-fronted projectile, which leaves a clean, round hole in the target, making it easier to score accurately.
What Is A Wadcutter? - Wideners Shooting, Hunting & Gun Blog
WEBDec 22, 2021 · A wadcutter is a cylindrical bullet you’ll often find in revolver cartridges. It is made of pure lead and lacks a gilding metal jacket. Shooters most commonly use wadcutters with paper targets during practice and competition. They can also have self-defense applications.