Ballistics 101: What Every Shooter Needs to Know

In this transmission, we’re breaking down basics of ballistics that every shooter needs to know. Get ready as we cover:

♠️ the 3 phases of ballistics from trigger pull to impact on target,

♠️ environmental factors that impact the flight of the bullet,

♠️ why ammo selection matters, and more!

Let’s go!

Ballistics 101

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Today, we're diving deep into a topic that is fundamental to every shooter—whether you’re military, law enforcement, or a security-minded citizen—ballistics.

Now, we all know that when we pull the trigger, a round is sent downrange, but have you ever stopped to think about what actually happens between the moment you fire and when that bullet hits the target? It’s not just point and shoot—there’s a lot going on behind the scenes that impacts accuracy, stopping power, and overall effectiveness.

So today, we’re going to break down the science of ballistics into three key phases: internal ballistics, external ballistics, and terminal ballistics. If you want to be a more effective shooter, understanding these concepts is a must.