6.5 Creedmoor vs. 6.5 Swede(moor)

About this episode

This episode compares the 6.5 Creedmoor and the 6.5x55 Swede, discussing their respective advantages and performance.

Which is better: 6.5 Creedmoor or 6.5x55 "Swede?" Ever since it was first introduced, savvy shooters have been commenting that the 6.5 Creedmoor doesn't do anything better than their classic 6.5x55. Is this true? Could the 6.5x55 even be (GASP!) better than the 6.5 Creedmoor? Or do the modern characteristics of the 6.5 Creedmoor provide additional performance that's launched the 6.5mm cartridge to stardom? In this episode, we take a candid look at both cartridges, and consider the pros and cons of each within it's respective performance zone. Take a listen, and then YOU decide which is better. ENJOY! FRIENDS, PLEASE SUPPORT THE PODCAST! Join the Backcountry Hunting Podcast tribe and get access to all our bonus material on www.patreon.com/backcountry Recent brief Patreon-only audio topics include "Bow vs. Rifle," a "6.8 Western Survival Forecast" and "Gear List for Hunting." Check 'em out! Email us questions here: backcountryhuntingpodcast@gmail.com VISIT OUR SPONSORS HERE: https://javelinbipod.com www.swiftbullets.com www.timneytriggers.com www.browning.com www.leupold.com www.siembidacustomknives.com www.onxmaps.com www.silencercentral.com https://www.portersfirearms.com/

People in this episode

Host: Joseph von Benedikt

Topics covered

• 6.5 Creedmoor
• 6.5x55 Swede
• cartridge comparison
• shooting performance
• hunting gear

Keywords

• 6.5 Creedmoor
• 6.5x55 Swede
• cartridge performance
• hunting
• shooting

Sponsors

Javelin Bipod, Swift Bullets, Timney Triggers, Browning, Leupold, Siembida Custom Knives, OnX Maps, Silencer Central, Porter's Firearms

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Backcountry Hunting Podcast

Products: 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5x55 "Swede"

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