Thread: Choosing calibre based on ammunition availablitiy

Originally Posted by Copelli

I suggest you turn your 'obsession' to having the most accurate rifle possible once you get your FAL. Join the NZDA so you have access to a proper Rifle Range. I've gone from a 'shaky' 150m "bush' shooter to a very comfortable up to 400m shooter by putting proper time in at the Range. Being able to comfortably shoot longer-range massively increases your chances of a kill and your overall enjoyment while hunting.

That's is great advice. One question I have, is it important that you practice with the ammo you are intending to shoot game with? I ask this because a quick look at Gun City's website shows 20 rounds of Syraikat FMJ ammo for $30.00. Federal blues are twice as much at $60.00 for 20, Federal Fusions even more expensive at $75.00 for 20.
Can you practice with cheap ammo, sending tonnes of rounds downrange to hone shooting skills, but then sight in and fire a few of what you will hunt with to familiarise yourself with it's ballistics? Or do you realistically need to do all of your practice with the cartridge you will hunt with?

Thanks.