2012 barnes hunting catalog

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When you combine extensive feld experience with superior ballistics testing, exper

engineering and top quality production capabilities under one roo, the resulting out

an incredibly broad range o purpose-built components and ammun

In addition to developing bullets or our own pursuits, we listen to the eed

o our loyal customers. YOU, the customer, played a key role in the innovati

o the products below.

V O R - T X ® A M M U N I T I O N Precision loaded ammunition with the deadliest bullets on the planet. Barnes, the

innovation, offers hunters the ultimate in accuracy, terminal performance and hand

in a factory loaded round. We have expanded VOR-TX offerings in both rie and ha

lines for 2012. Black rie shooters can now experience VOR-TX performance in 300

in a 110 grain offering and 35 Whelen in a 180 grain load. Handgun ners will see a

new 41 Rem Mag 180 grain load as well as a 250 grain offering for 454 Casull.

L R X ™The LRX (Long-Range X) line inc ludes three new offerings for 2012. An optimized v

best-selling Tipped TSX, the LRX bullet design increases B.C. values by lengthening

boattail to improve the bullets’ long-range ballistic performance. For the hunter whin long-range hunting, the LRX will ll the niche of this latest hunting craze. LRX bu

continue to be manufactured with t he proven 100-percent copper, lead-free bodie

polymer tip initiates expansion, causing the nose cavity to open instantly on conta

bullet’s original diameter while creating four cut ting petals that wreak extensive in

Exceptional performance for a quick, clean kill at close and extended distances.

New LRX offerings for 2012 include 6.5mm, 127 grain, 7mm 168 grain and 338 Lap

M A T C H B U R N E R ™Barnes Match Burner bullets are exceptionally accurate and affordable. From Bench

Power Rie, 3-Gun, and Tactical matches to everyday target shooting, these premiu

Burners have proven to deliver aggressive results. Providing competitive shooters w

precision, as well as high BC on boattail bullets for atter trajectory (*FB offerings f

the all-new Match Burners have redened accur acy while offering optimum caliber

ratios. The latest offering in the Match Burner family for 2012 is the new 7mm 171

V A R M I N - A - T O R ™Taking it to the limit is the name of the game for varmint hunters! Barnes is pleas

re-introduce this copper-jacketed, lead-core, hollow-point varmint bullet – with the

explosive DETON-A-TOR™ core. The VARMIN-A-TOR varmint bullet has all the accura

explosive tendencies sought after by varmint shooters at the right price – CHEAP! A

nose cavity and thin, tapered jacket assures that this bullet will vaporize anything

Available in a 20 caliber 32 grain, 22 caliber 40 and 50 grain, and 6mm 58 and 72

We live in an unprecedented age

o specialization. Odds are, your

granddad had one or two ries.

He probably shot cheap, jacketed

military surplus ammo at targetsor or un; he might have kept

actory ammunition on hand

in a couple o bullet weights

depending on whether he was

going ater deer or elk.

Today, ries and optics are

designed, confgured and

purpose-built or virtu ally

every conceivable scenario.

Caliber oerings alone can be

staggering, to say nothing o

barrel lengths, tapers, rates o

twist, stock materials, etc. With

increased specialization, there

is great potential or improved

accuracy and perormance, but

only i your bullet is equally

specialized and optimized.

That is why Barnes continues

to develop leading edge

products with a wide range o

workability and unctionality.

Hunters don’t oten have the

luxury o the perect scenario.

Use products that increase your

chance o success, no matter the

circumstance. Regardless o the

target and situation, shooters

beneft rom our constant pursuit

o improved and innovative

bullet designs, manuacture

and testing.

“ We are proud to have built a company based on hard work, dedication and innovation.

It has been our passion or many years now, and will remain so into the uture.”

— Yours in shooting and riendship,

Randy & Coni Brooks

for 2012

NEW

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R I F L EThe Barnes VOR-TX® rie line. Offering double-diameter expansion, maximum weight

retention and excellent accuracy, the TSX, Tipped TSX and TSX FN provide maximum

tissue and bone destruction, pass-through penetration and devastating energy transfer.

Multiple grooves in the bullet’s shank reduce pressure and improve accuracy. Nose peels

back into four sharp-edged copper petals destroying tissue, bone and vital organs for a quick,

humane kill. Available in calibers from .223 through 45 / 70 including metric cartridges like

the 7 X 64, 8 X57, and 9 X 62.

S A F A R IHunters pursuing the largest game now have the whirling destructive power of Barnes TSX

bullets as well as the virtually indestructible, straight-tracking, deep-penetrating Banded

Solids. Weight-matched bullets of the same caliber can be interchanged without varying

points of impact, allowing t he hunter to adapt to any situation. Available weight-matched

TSX and Banded Solids in c alibers from .375 H&H to .500 Nitro.

H A N D G U NFor handgun hunters, Barnes XPB handgun hunting bullets are synonymous with all

that makes for the perfect handgun hunting round. Deep, dependable penetration,

rapid double-diameter expansion, and maximum weight retention for quick humane

kills. Now available in precision loaded VOR-TX ammunition in .357 Mag, .44 Mag, and .45 Colt.

V O R - T X ®The ultimate in accuracy, terminal perormance and handloaded precision in a actory loaded round. T S X ®

Today, more rifes shoot Barnes bullets accurately than ever beore due to the Accu-Groove™ te

T S X ®

Introduced in 2003, the TSX quickly became Barnes’ most popular hunting bullet. The TSX

has gained worldwide recognition as one of t he deadliest, most dependable bullets

available. Accu-Groove™ technology provides shooters with the added benets of

decreased fouling and improved accuracy.

T I P P E D T S X ® The Tipped TSX features the same 100-percent copper body with multiple rings cut into

the shank. It delivers the same gnat’s-eyelash accuracy and “dead right there”

performance—but with an added polymer tip that boosts BC and improves long-range

ballistics. The tip and a re-engineered nose cavity provide even faster expansion. Complete penetrat

virtually 100-percent weight retention and four razor-sharp cut ting petals that double bullet diamete

new Tipped TSX creates more internal damage than any competing bullet. Instant expansion and pe

ensures cleaner, quicker kills.

L R X ™ , L O N G - R A N G E XBarnes LRX bullets have been developed to match the advancements in rie accuracy and

extended-range optics. The LRX features a long prole and boattail design that delivers

match-grade accuracy at long range with an incredibly high ballistic coefcient and

terminal performance that delivers the quick, clean, ethical kills you’ve come to expect from Barnes.

Available in the following congurations: 7mm 145-grain BT, .30 175- and 200-grain BT, .338 265-gra

“I shot a mule deer with my 30

Barnes VOR-TX 180 grain TTSX. I wish

I have never seen a deer get shot and o

instantly and drop dead like that.

Thank you or making such

— Je Sipe, Montan

VOR-TX®

AMMUNITION

Winner o

the 2012 NRA

American Hunter

magazine’s

Golden Bullseye

Award or

Ammunition

Product o the

Year.

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E X P A N D E R ® M Z ™This muzzleloader version of the or iginal X-Bullet® is 100 percent copper with a

large, hollow cavity for quick, sure expansion. Barnes’ Expander MZ muzzleloader

bullets produce more consistent shot-to-shot velocities and better accura cy than

competing bullets deliver. The result: greater shooter condence and more one-

shot kills. Expander MZ bullets deliver deadly performance at both high and low velocities. Expand to twice their

original diameter, creating six razor-sharp copper petals that slice through game. No fr agmentation —these tough,

deep-driving bullets typically retain 100 percent of their original weight. Available in .45, .50 and .54 calibers.

S P I T- F I R E M Z ™A streamlined ogive, boattail base and tack-driving accuracy make the Barnes Spit-Fire

MZ a great choice for difcult long shots. Deadly at high and low velocities. Six razor-

sharp copper petals create massive shock, deep penetration, and double-diameter

expansion. Retains virtually 100 percent of its original weight. Available in .50 caliber, in 15- and 24-bullet packs.

S P I T- F I R E T M Z ™The Spit-Fire TMZ shares the same boat tail design and 100 percent copper

construction with the Spit-Fire MZ, but has a streamlined polymer tip for

rapid expansion. Higher ballistic coefcient aids exceptional long-range

performance. Remains intact at extreme velocities, yet expands at only 1050

fps. Specially designed sabot retains a tight gas seal that makes the MZ, Spit-Fire MZ and Spit-Fire TMZ the

most accurate muzzleloader bullets on the market. Available in .50 caliber, in 15- and 24-bullet packs.

S P I T - F I R E T - E Z ™Spit-Fire T-EZ muzzleloader bullets with EZ Load sabots load easier in guns with

tight bores. Ramrod pressure required to l oad and seat these .50-caliber, at-

base bullets is greatly reduced. T-EZ bullets deliver the excellent accuracy all

Barnes’ MZ bullets are famous for. The 100% copper bullets feature a polymer tip that enhances expansion and

boosts BC for superior long-range ballistics. Expand at both close and extended range, creating six razor-edge

cutting petals that maximize shock and penetration. Available in .50 caliber, in 15- and 24-bullet packs.

M U Z Z L E L O A D E R Double diameter expansion and deep penetration at high or low velocity.

A L I G N E R T O O L SThe Barnes MZ Aligner enhances the accuracy of these high performance muzzleloading bullets. A

separate Aligner Tool is required for each caliber and bullet type. Available in .45, .50 and .54 calibers.

X P B ™

Featuring Barnes’ patented X Bullet® tec

all-copper XPB bullets offer dramatically

performance over conventional jacketed

These lead-free bullets provide superior

and weight retention. Energy transfer is

for quick, clean kills making them ideal

B U S T E R ™ Heavy-for-caliber handgun and lever ri

for hunting bear, wild boar, moose, biso

other large—even dangerous—game. Th

a thick copper jacket and a heavy lead c

bone-crushing power with pass-through

Unlike conventional expanding bullets, t

Busters track straight without deection

bullets are specically designed to deliv

penetration, even on large and dangerou

remain intact—jackets won’t separate fro

It is ideal for those who carry handguns

against bears in Alaska and other wilder

H A N D G U N

Katie Lemon, Mule Deer

50 caliber 250 gr Sp it-Fire TMZ

Chip Stehmeyer, Whitetail

300 Ultra Mag 180 gr TT SX

Tony Caligiuri, Moose

300 Win. Mag, 180 g r TSX

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M P G ™ M U L T I - P U R P OS E G R E E N MPG technology was developed for military and law enforcement applications. This

bullet design features a highly frangible, powdered-metal copper-tin core inside

a guilding metal jacket. Unlike frangible bullets lacking a protective jacket, MPG

bullets remain intact under the rigors of handling, feeding and ring in high capacity

magazines. This eliminates the primary cause of jammed actions and plugged barrels often experienc

frangible ammunition in black guns.

Barnes’ Multi-Purpose Green bullets are exceptionally accurate. They are ideal for shooting steel targe

competition, plinking, varmint hunting and home defense.

M A T C H B U R N E R ™As tactical, 3-Gun and High Power competition heats up, Barnes responds

with competitively priced lead core match-grade bullets. Competitive shooters

looking for that “better mouse trap” owe it to themselves to give Barnes

Burners a shot. .223 caliber offerings include 52-grain FB, 69- and 85-grain BT.

6mm congurations include 68-grain FB and 105-grain BT. 6.5mm 140-grain

BT, 30 caliber 155- and 175-grain BT bullets are also available.

V A R M I N T G R E N A D E ® Introduced in 2007, the Varmint Grenade has rapidly become one of the most

popular varmint bullets around. Based on a design Barnes developed for military

applications, the hollow-cavity, at-base bullet features a copper-tin powdered

metal core surrounded by a guilding metal jacket.

The bullet remains intact at ultra-high velocities in fast twist barrels, while its highly

frangible core fragments violently on impact. Produces instant fragmentation, virtually vaporizing ground squirrels and

prairie dogs, even at long range. Varmint Grenades instantly expend their energy, seldom exiting large predators like

bobcats and coyotes, leaving valuable pelts virt ually undamaged.

V A R M I N - A - T O R ™Back by popular demand and featuring the explosive DETON-A-TOR™ core.

This lead-core classic hollow point design utilizes a scored nose cavity. A thin, t apered

copper jacket fragments violently on impact vaporizing any varmint in its path. The

VARMIN-A-TOR is back in 22 caliber 40-grain and 50-grain, 6mm 58-grain and 72-grain,

with all new 20 caliber 32-grain.

STRIKING FEAR IN THE HEARTS OF VARMINTS EVERYWHERE

“One o the tightest groups I ever shot was with Barnes VARMIN-A-TORS”

— Rick Jamison

BURN UP THE RANGE – LEADED OR UNLEADED


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B A R N E S R E L O A D I N G M A N U A L I VContains extensive loading data for Barnes TSX, MRX bullets, and super-frangible Varmint Grenades.

Also includes data for Barnes’ XPB pistol bullets and recommended loads for Expander and Spit-Fire

muzzleloader bullets.

Includes loads for Barnes Banded Solids, along with data for big-bore rie cartridges like the 470 and

500 Nitro, 505 Gibbs, 577 Nitro Ex press and 50 BMG.

B A R N E S C R - 1 0 ™ B O R E C L E A N E RBarnes’ specially formulated CR-10 bore cleaning solvent effectively removes copper and powder fouling.

This aggressive bore cleaner quickly loosens and lifts heavy copper deposits left by jacketed bullets as they

pass through the bore. Leaves riing c lean for better accuracy and longer barrel life. CR-10 bore cleaner is

non-corrosive and won’t harm barrels. Offered in 2- and 8-ounce bottles.

F R E E B A R N E S D V D“Performance vs. DeformanceTM,” third in the Barnes “Choosing the Right Bullet” DVD series, offered FREE.

Explains why lead-free copper bullets consistently OUT PERFORM conventional lead-core bullets that deform.

Discusses Barnes’ frangible MPG bullets and the heavy-for-caliber Barnes Busters designed for hunting big,

tough game with a handgun or lever rie. Straight talk about Barnes vs. the competition. Amazing test results

captured on high-speed video.

Get your FREE copy by visiting www.barnesbullets.com or calling 800.574.9200.

(Non-USA residents will be charged a small shipping fee)

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reloaders who want to keep current with the latest developments at Barnes Bulle

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In addition, you’ll receive the Barnes Bullet-n, a monthly newsletter jam-packed w

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As a Club-X member, you’ll have access to a periodically updated list of guides and

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C O P P E R C L U B ™Copper Club is a premium online site offering several unique advantages to its me

the Copper Club can choose one of the many premium gift packages available. Ea

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In addition, Copper Club members gain access to the very latest loads as soon as t

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A C C E S S O R I E S J O I N T H E

Je Sipe, Mule Deer

300 Win 180 gr

VOR-TX TTSX

Jessica Brook s, Elk

300 Win Mag

175 gr LRX

Andy Larsson , Whitetail,

7 mm 120 gr TSX Ron Spomer, Eland

7mm Rem. Mag

140 gr TTSX

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