Varmint Hunter
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Is there a difference between Berger's HVLD bullets and their Hybrid bullets?
If so; what is it?
If so; what is it?
Berger HVLD vs Hybrid ?
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cohunt
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I dont see any "hvld" in their lineup
https://bergerbullets.com/pdf/Quick-Reference-Sheets.pdf?v=100819
they have "vld-H" bullets-- which are VLD profile but they use the "hunting" jacket rather than the "target" jacket of the target line up
more info from their FAQ :
Our Target and Tactical bullets are designed with thicker jackets that withstand more stress before bullet degradation occurs. A target or tactical shooter generally fires multiple rounds in a row, causing the barrel to heat up and more stress on bullet. To keep performance high, we give these bullets thicker jackets.
Our Varmint and Hunting bullets have slightly thinner jackets. This means that the bullet will expand more effectively, creating a large wound cavity that devastates the animal using hydrostatic shock. Hunters generally shoot 1-3 bullets at a time, so bullet degradation is not as much of a concern as expansion.
A Tangent Ogive (like our standard BTs) is less sensitive to seating depth but has more drag and a lower BC than a Secant Ogive of the same length.
A Secant Ogive (like our standard VLDS) has a higher BC and lower drag than a traditional Tangent Ogive but can be quite sensitive to seating depth.
A Hybrid Ogive blends the best aspects of the tangent and secant nose shapes into one Ogive. It starts at the bearing surface with a tangent section that will align itself more effectively when the bullet contacts the rifling. Beyond this section, the shape transitions into a secant section which is proven to be more effective in the wind. The result is a high BC bullet that is easier to tune.
https://bergerbullets.com/information/line-and-designs/
https://bergerbullets.com/pdf/Quick-Reference-Sheets.pdf?v=100819
they have "vld-H" bullets-- which are VLD profile but they use the "hunting" jacket rather than the "target" jacket of the target line up
more info from their FAQ :
Our Target and Tactical bullets are designed with thicker jackets that withstand more stress before bullet degradation occurs. A target or tactical shooter generally fires multiple rounds in a row, causing the barrel to heat up and more stress on bullet. To keep performance high, we give these bullets thicker jackets.
Our Varmint and Hunting bullets have slightly thinner jackets. This means that the bullet will expand more effectively, creating a large wound cavity that devastates the animal using hydrostatic shock. Hunters generally shoot 1-3 bullets at a time, so bullet degradation is not as much of a concern as expansion.
A Tangent Ogive (like our standard BTs) is less sensitive to seating depth but has more drag and a lower BC than a Secant Ogive of the same length.
A Secant Ogive (like our standard VLDS) has a higher BC and lower drag than a traditional Tangent Ogive but can be quite sensitive to seating depth.
A Hybrid Ogive blends the best aspects of the tangent and secant nose shapes into one Ogive. It starts at the bearing surface with a tangent section that will align itself more effectively when the bullet contacts the rifling. Beyond this section, the shape transitions into a secant section which is proven to be more effective in the wind. The result is a high BC bullet that is easier to tune.
https://bergerbullets.com/information/line-and-designs/
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Varmint Hunter
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That makes sense. Thanks cohunt
aushunter1
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You'll also notice the Hybrids come under the 'Target' banner with the exception of those tactical versions.
cohunt
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the elite/eol hunter bullets are hybrid ogive
Varmint Hunter
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I've seen "HVLD" posted here on several occasions and it made me wonder if it differentiated from "Hybrid".
I think cohunt nailed it.
I think cohunt nailed it.
Classic hunter bullets are also hybrid.
Another difference between all VLDs and hybrids: hybrids are not as sensitive to seating depth. In fact I have had excellent results just seating the bullet to fit and feed from magazine and working up a powder charge. Didn't have to alter seating depth at all with quite a few bullets in different calibers.
Another difference between all VLDs and hybrids: hybrids are not as sensitive to seating depth. In fact I have had excellent results just seating the bullet to fit and feed from magazine and working up a powder charge. Didn't have to alter seating depth at all with quite a few bullets in different calibers.
I shoot both Berger VLD's & Hybrids and the best way to tell is get some and try them. Your rifle will show you (on paper) what it likes. - I know that may sound "rudimentary" and no offence is meant at all. - And in a 308 Win. it wouldn't surprise me that both can be made shoot well.
