Norma Precision Ammunition
About Norma Precision
Norma Precision AB has been manufacturing premium ammunition for over 120 years, establishing itself as one of the world's most respected ammunition manufacturers.
The company was founded in 1902 by the Enger brothers from Oslo, Norway, with production beginning in Åmotfors, Sweden.
Named after Bellini's opera "Norma," the company evolved from producing one million cartridges with two employees to manufacturing 100 million cartridges annually with 240 employees.
Norma pioneered the boat tail bullet design through ballistic engineer Karl Wang, an innovation that became the industry standard for enhanced accuracy.
Today, under Beretta Holding ownership since 2022, Norma continues its commitment to precision manufacturing and ballistic innovation from its Swedish headquarters.
Popular Norma Precision Features
Premium Brass Cases
- Renowned as "the world's most reliable brass case" with exceptional quality standards and multiple reloading capabilities.
Boat Tail Design Innovation
- Pioneered by Norma's ballistic engineer, this design significantly enhances bullet accuracy and has become the industry standard.
Dual-Core Technology
- Featured in EVOSTRIKE ammunition with tin cores and pre-fragmentation for superior hunting performance.
Scandinavian Quality Standards
- ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing with match-grade tolerances across all product lines.
Advanced Ballistics App
- NORMA Ballistics app provides precise shooting and reloading calculations for optimal performance.
Lead-Free Technology
- Environmentally conscious ammunition options using advanced materials like tin for ethical hunting practices.
Best-Selling Norma Precision Products
BONDSTRIKE Ammunition
- High-speed, flat trajectory projectiles designed specifically for long-range hunting applications.
EVOSTRIKE Hunting Line
- Lead-free dual-core bullets optimized for small and medium game hunting with superior expansion.
Kalahari Series
- Popular hunting ammunition specifically designed for African safari and North American big game.
6.5 Creedmoor
- One of Norma's most popular calibers offering exceptional long-range accuracy for hunting and competition.
Golden Target Match
- Precision competition ammunition delivering match-grade accuracy for competitive shooters.
.338 Norma Magnum
- Norma-developed magnum cartridge providing exceptional power and accuracy for long-range applications.
Silencer Series
- Specialized ammunition optimized for suppressed firearms and short barrel applications.
Whitetail Line
- North American hunting ammunition including rifled slugs designed for deer and similar game.
Popular Uses for Norma Precision
Big Game Hunting
- Norma ammunition delivers reliable performance for European and North American big game with ethical, clean kills.
Competitive Shooting
- Match-grade ammunition provides consistent accuracy for bench rest competitions and precision rifle events.
Long-Range Precision
- Advanced ballistic designs excel in military sniper applications and long-distance shooting sports.
Reloading Applications
- Premium brass cases are highly sought after by handloaders for their exceptional quality and reloading longevity.
Law Enforcement Training
- Professional-grade ammunition serves training and duty applications for police departments and military units.
Norma Precision FAQs
QUESTION: What makes Norma ammunition different from other brands?
ANSWER: Norma combines 120+ years of Swedish precision manufacturing with innovations like boat tail bullets and premium brass cases.
QUESTION: Is Norma ammo good for hunting?
ANSWER: Yes, Norma hunting ammunition like BONDSTRIKE and EVOSTRIKE delivers exceptional accuracy and ethical performance for all game types.
QUESTION: Where is Norma ammunition manufactured?
ANSWER: Norma ammunition is manufactured in Åmotfors, Sweden, with U.S. operations based in Savannah, Georgia.
QUESTION: What calibers does Norma make?
ANSWER: Norma manufactures over 110 different calibers including popular options like 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Winchester, and proprietary Norma Magnum cartridges.
QUESTION: Is Norma brass good for reloading?
ANSWER: Norma brass is considered among the world's best with exceptional quality, consistent case capacity, and multiple reloading cycles.
QUESTION: Does Norma make lead-free ammunition?
ANSWER: Yes, Norma offers lead-free options like EVOSTRIKE and Ecostrike for environmentally conscious hunting practices.
QUESTION: What is Norma BONDSTRIKE ammunition?
ANSWER: BONDSTRIKE is Norma's high-speed, flat trajectory ammunition designed specifically for long-range hunting applications.
QUESTION: How long can you store Norma ammunition?
ANSWER: Norma recommends a maximum storage age of 15 years when stored in cool, constant temperature conditions.