When it comes to the scholarly debate about the iconic rifle cartridges of the Cold War, the 7.62x51mm NATO (308 Winchester) and the 7.62x39 Soviet are always omnipresent in the discussion. One became a staple NATO round and the most prevalent big game hunting cartridge in North America, while the other became a symbol of pure, unadulterated ruggedness and dependability.
How does the 7.62x39 vs 308 Winchester battle play out? Will the NATO big game hunting powerhouse reign supreme over the Russian AK-47 workhorse? Learn more at Ammo.com.