Choosing Caliber & Bullet with GECO – Find Your Perfect Load

Few topics stir up more passionate debate among hunters than caliber and bullet selection. And for good reason—these decisions impact ethical hunting, terminal performance, and your confidence in the field. With GECO, you're already well-equipped thanks to top price-performance value. We also support you in finding the perfect load—that is, the complete combination of case, powder, primer, and bullet—for your game and terrain.

Bullet Basics – An Overview of Common Types

• Soft-point bullets (e.g. GECO SOFTPOINT): Expansion depends on impact speed. Ideal for balanced terminal effects.

• Fragmenting bullets (e.g. GECO ZERO): Deliver consistent performance with a stable rear core and a fragmenting front core.

• Deformation bullets (e.g. GECO PLUS, GECO STAR): Retain mass, penetrate deeply, and minimize meat loss.

• Full metal jacket bullets: Mainly for target shooting.

Spoiler: There’s no such thing as the perfect bullet for all situations. It's always about finding the right compromise—but with the right load, you can match your gear perfectly to your terrain and target species.

 

Which Caliber?

Reliable all-rounders and a great starting point:

• .308 Winchester

• .30-06 Springfield

Both are highly versatile, widely available, and suitable for most European big game species.

For stronger game such as mature red stags or heavy wild boar:

• .300 Winchester Magnum

• 8 x 68 S

• 9.3 x 62

These offer more energy and flatter trajectories—ideal for long-range or tough targets.

Which Bullet? – GECO Portfolio at a Glance

GECO SOFTPOINT – THE CLASSIC BULLET
Proven, reliable, and budget-friendly. A true all-rounder for most hunting scenarios.

GECO PLUS – THE POWERFUL BULLET
Bonded-core construction for maximum penetration and meat conservation.
Ideal for:

• Heavy game

• Shots through bone

• Clean exit wounds

GECO EXPRESS – THE FAST BULLET
Aerodynamic design and ballistic tip for long-range shooting with rapid expansion.
Ideal for:

• Mountain hunting

• Open field shots

• Instant stopping power

Lead-Free? GECO Offers Two Smart Choices

GECO STAR – THE DYNAMIC BULLET

• Monolithic copper bullet

• 100% weight retention → deep penetration

• Minimal meat damage

• Best suited for: driven hunts & stand hunting

GECO ZERO – THE CLEVER BULLET

• Dual tin core with a tombac-plated steel jacket

• Fragmenting front core for shock

• Solid rear core for exit

• Ideal for: lighter game and high-energy transfer

Switching to Lead-Free – What You Should Know

Monolithic bullets (e.g. GECO STAR)
✅ Pros:

• Outstanding penetration

• Reliable exits

• Good blood trails
  ⚠️ Note: Strongly velocity-dependent – under ~650 m/s, expansion may be limited. Always check ballistic charts.

Jacketed tin-core bullets (e.g. GECO ZERO)
✅ Pros:

• Fast response

• Lower barrel fouling

• Excellent shock effect
  ⚠️ Note: Smaller residual body → potentially less energy transfer after the exit.

Conclusion: Your Load, Your Hunt

With GECO, you’ll find the right caliber-bullet combo for any hunting scenario. From the versatile SOFTPOINT, to specialized options like EXPRESS, or lead-free choices like STAR and ZERO—we’ve got you covered.

Hint: Try different loads at the shooting cinema and discover what setup feels best for you. In the end, it’s not just about numbers—it’s about your trust in your gear.

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