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Built for shooters who demand the absolute best, the Barnes Reserve line sets a new standard of precision and performance for Barnes enthusiasts. Each round is handloaded by our ballistic lab experts using ultra-premium components and is purpose-built for niche and hard-to-find hunting cartridges. Every load is carefully selected and rigorously tested to achieve the lowest standard deviations and match-grade tolerances available today. Barnes Reserve stands as the ultimate benchmark for performance—available exclusively through our website, direct-to-consumer.
The 6.5-284 Norma has earned its reputation as one of the most accurate long-range cartridges available, with deep roots in F-Class competition and 1000-yard benchrest shooting. Now, it's gaining widespread respect among serious long-range hunters—and for good reason.
When paired with the 127-grain Barnes LRX, this cartridge delivers a powerful combination of high ballistic efficiency and devastating terminal performance. The LRX's sleek, polymer-tipped design ensures a high ballistic coefficient (G1 BC ≈ 0.468) for superior energy retention and flatter trajectories. At the same time, its all-copper construction provides reliable expansion and deep penetration, even at extended distances.
