Description
The Norma Bondstrike in 6mm (.243) at 105 grains is the kind of component you reach for when you want one bullet that does it all on game. It's built as a polymer-tipped, bonded boat tail soft point, which is a fancy way of saying it flies like a match bullet but holds together when it hits. Norma calls this their flagship hunting projectile, and the design reflects it: a sleek profile, a sharp poly tip, and a chemically bonded core that keeps the jacket and lead working together through impact.
What Sets the 6mm Bondstrike Apart
The magic here is the bonding. A lot of high-BC bullets will shed weight or come apart if you catch an animal close and fast, but the Bondstrike's bonded construction keeps weight retention high so you get deep, consistent penetration. The polymer tip does double duty, improving the aerodynamic shape for better downrange retained velocity while also initiating expansion even when the bullet slows down at longer distances. That combination is why this projectile earns its reputation for reliable terminal work across a wide spread of ranges.
Loading the .243 105gr Bondstrike
These are bare projectiles for handloaders, so you're supplying your own brass, primers, and powder. The 105 grain weight is a sweet spot in the 6mm world, popular in 6mm Creedmoor, 6XC, .243 Winchester and similar cases where shooters want a heavier-for-caliber bullet that bucks wind and carries energy. The pronounced boat tail gives it flight characteristics close to a dedicated match bullet, so if your rifle likes long, high-BC 6mm bullets, these tend to tune up nicely.
Who Reaches for the Norma Bondstrike
This one's aimed at the hunter who also appreciates precision. Whether you're after deer, antelope, or similar game and want to stretch your shots with confidence, the Bondstrike gives you that match-grade trajectory without giving up terminal dependability. Made in Sweden with the same quality standard behind Norma's well-regarded brass, it's a component built for people who take their handloads seriously.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Norma
- Manufacturer Part Number: 20660251
- UPC: 7393923331461
- Caliber: 6mm (.243)
- Bullet Diameter: .243
- Bullet Weight: 105 grain / 6.8 g
- Bullet Type: Tipped Bonded Boat Tail Soft Point
- Intended Use: Hunting
- Quantity: 100 count
- Country of Origin: Sweden
What’s Included
- 100 count box of Norma Bondstrike 6mm (.243) 105gr bonded boat tail polymer tip bullets
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Norma Bondstrike 6mm a loaded cartridge or just the bullet?
This is a component bullet only, not loaded ammunition. You get 100 bare projectiles for handloading, so you'll supply your own brass, primers, and powder. It's made for reloaders who want to build their own 6mm hunting loads.
What cartridges can I load the 105gr Bondstrike in?
Since it's a .243 diameter bullet, it works in the 6mm family of cartridges, including 6mm Creedmoor, 6XC, .243 Winchester, and similar cases. The 105 grain weight is a favorite heavier-for-caliber option in these rounds. Just confirm your rifle's twist rate can stabilize a bullet this long.
What makes the Bondstrike good for hunting?
The bonded core keeps the jacket and lead locked together on impact, which gives you high weight retention and deep penetration even on close, high-velocity shots. At the same time, the polymer tip and boat tail design give it a high ballistic coefficient for flat trajectory and reliable expansion at longer ranges. It's built to perform across a wide spread of distances.
How does the Bondstrike compare to a match bullet?
The pronounced boat tail and sleek profile give it flight characteristics similar to a match-grade projectile, so it's accurate downrange. The difference is the bonded construction, which lets it hold together and deliver dependable terminal results on game rather than fragmenting like many target bullets.





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