MONA, Utah – August 4, 2025 – Barnes Bullets is proud to introduce Barnes Reserve, an exclusive new ammunition line that builds upon the company’s storied reputation for ballistic innovation. Designed specifically for hard-to-find and specialty hunting cartridges, Barnes Reserve represents the next evolution in Barnes’ pursuit of precision, performance and craftsmanship.
Now available exclusively through the Barnes Bullets website, Barnes Reserve combines decades of ballistic expertise with the finest components and meticulous hand-loading by Barnes Bullets’ in-house experts. Each cartridge is engineered with match-grade tolerances and undergoes rigorous testing to ensure the lowest standard deviations and exceptional accuracy in the field.
“We’re really excited to launch Barnes Reserve and offer this to our diehard fan base,” said Dale Evans, Marketing Manager at Barnes Bullets. “It was important to us to provide an option for shooters who demand more niche offerings in cartridges that traditionally haven’t received much manufacturer support. The Reserve line also gives us the flexibility to respond quickly to consumer feedback and create new products based on evolving demand. We’re proud to release this premium, handloaded option in perfect time before hunting season to help our consumers have the highest success in the field.”
Designed with discerning hunters in mind, Barnes Reserve offers a premium, handloaded solution for those seeking a decisive edge in the field. With ultra-consistent ballistic performance and handcrafted reliability, this new line ensures that every shot counts. Each round is carefully crafted and tested, delivering the unmatched results that have set Barnes Bullets apart in the ammunition industry. Created to fill the gap in hard-to-find hunting cartridges, the Barnes Reserve line reflects Barnes Bullets’ commitment to quality and dedication to meeting the demands of its loyal customers.
Ranging between $99 – $119 per box, the Barnes Reserve line is currently available in the following initial offerings.
257 Weatherby Magnum (101gr LRX)
6.8 Western (155gr LRX)
6.5-284 Norma (127gr LRX)
300 “Super” WSM (212gr Bore Rider)
7mm SAUM (145gr LRX)
300 SAUM (175gr LRX)
Available now exclusively at www.barnesbullets.com.
About Barnes Bullets
Headquartered in Mona, Utah, Barnes Bullets has been an industry leader in bullet technology and innovation since 1932. The company manufactures some of the world’s most technologically advanced lead-free bullets and premium hunting, self-defense and tactical ammunition. Barnes has earned its strong reputation through unrivaled performance and results. This reputation is defined by innovative design, advanced manufacturing techniques and a core focus on the end-user. As a result, Barnes has generated a strong consumer following supported by its globally recognized brands Barnes® TSX®, X Bullet®, Varmint Grenade®, Expander®. With its products being sold through its online store, a variety of retailers and international distributors, Barnes’s customers include hunters, range shooters, military and law enforcement professionals around the world. For additional information, visit www.barnesbullets.com.