Highercaliber
Highercaliber is a term used to describe a greater-than-average caliber, particularly in firearms. In this context, caliber refers to the internal diameter of the weapon’s bore, measured in either inches or millimeters. Higher-caliber configurations are often associated with higher potential energy per round, which influences recoil, trajectory, and penetration, though these effects depend on the specific cartridge and firearm design.
In practical terms, the choice of caliber involves tradeoffs. Higher caliber can provide increased stopping power
The phrase higher caliber is also used metaphorically to denote greater quality, capability, or sophistication in
Etymologically, caliber (or calibre) denotes interior diameter, with American usage favoring caliber and British usage spelling