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Order rifle ammunition online from top brands like Fiocchi, FN America / FN Herstal, Global Ordnance, Hornady, and Fort Scott. Chesapeake Gunslingers provides high-performance, precision rifle ammunition built for hunters, long-range shooters, and tactical enthusiasts who demand accuracy and consistency from every round. Whether you’re sighting in a new scope, prepping for deer season, or hitting the range for practice, we carry calibers to match every rifle in your safe. Stock up alongside rifles and rifle magazines to keep your setup ready, then fine-tune your build with gun parts. Round out your kit with handgun ammunition, shotgun shells, AR rifles, bolt action rifles, and scopes sights and optics from our full inventory.
Purchase rifle ammunition online by comparing models, checking current availability, and reviewing specifications such as caliber, capacity, barrel length, and sight configuration. Selecting the right rifle cartridge depends on your platform, target distance, and intended quarry.
Use these pointers to dial in your selection:
Browse rifle ammunition online or visit the gun shop in Fallston, Maryland to compare loads side by side and ask about availability for less common chamberings. Chesapeake Gunslingers serves customers in the nearby cities of Bel Air, Whitemarsh, Forest Hill, Joppa, and Abingdon, carrying centerfire rifle cartridges suited to whitetail deer season, predator hunting, target shooting, and varmint work across Harford County and the Baltimore region.
Federal law requires rifle ammunition buyers to be at least 18 years old, and Maryland follows that threshold while requiring all ammunition sales to be conducted through licensed dealers. Buyers prohibited under federal or state law from possessing firearms are likewise prohibited from possessing ammunition, so confirm eligibility before placing an order. Maryland Department of Natural Resources regulations may restrict certain calibers and projectile types during specific hunting seasons, so review the current Hunting Guide before heading afield.
Transport rifle ammunition in original packaging or a sealed container, kept separate from loaded firearms during travel whenever practical, and store reserves away from heat, humidity, and solvent fumes. For questions on bulk pricing, special-order calibers, or load recommendations for your specific rifle, contact the shop and the team will help match stock to your needs.
5.56 NATO is loaded to higher chamber pressures than .223 Remington and uses a slightly longer throat in the chamber. Rifles marked 5.56 NATO can safely fire both, but firing 5.56 NATO in a barrel marked .223 Remington only is not recommended.
Popular and effective whitetail calibers in Maryland include .243 Winchester, .270 Winchester, .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, and 6.5 Creedmoor. Selection often comes down to terrain, expected shot distance, and personal recoil tolerance.
Heavier bullets typically retain energy and resist wind drift better at long range, while lighter bullets generally produce flatter trajectories at moderate distances. Match the bullet weight to your rifle’s twist rate and intended use for best results.
Ballistic coefficient (BC) measures how well a bullet resists air drag during flight, with higher numbers indicating less drop and drift. Long-range shooters prioritize high-BC projectiles to maintain velocity and accuracy at extended distances.
Surplus ammunition can often be fired in civilian rifles chambered for the same cartridge, but corrosive primers, sealed primers, and harder steel cores require careful cleaning and may be restricted at some ranges. Always confirm the specifications match your rifle’s chamber.
Soft point bullets feature exposed lead at the tip for controlled expansion on impact, making them a traditional hunting choice. Ballistic tip bullets add a polymer tip to improve aerodynamics and initiate more uniform expansion, often delivering flatter trajectories and consistent terminal performance.
Many indoor and outdoor ranges prohibit steel-core or bimetal-jacketed projectiles due to fire risk on backstops and damage to steel targets. Always check range rules before bringing surplus or bulk imported ammunition.
Modern rifle ammunition stored in cool, dry conditions with stable temperatures can remain reliable for several decades. Maryland’s humid summers make sealed containers with desiccant packs especially valuable for protecting primers and powder over the long term.
