Videos tagged with 177 Caliber

This video demonstrates a BB gun challenge using a Hasbro Elf on the Shelf target. The instructor, Moondog, explains the scoring system for different zones and targets, emphasizing the importance of hitting specific areas for points. He uses a classic Daisy 840 Powerline BB rifle with a scope for indoor shooting at 7 yards, utilizing budget Crossman Premier wad cutter pellets for safety. The session highlights the challenges of consistent accuracy with older airguns and the importance of proper aiming and shot placement.

This video compares the power of two Gamo break-barrel air rifles (.177 and .22 caliber) using exploding pellets against a .22 Short cartridge fired from a lever-action rifle. The test utilizes ballistics gel shaped like a rabbit to simulate hunting scenarios. The presenter demonstrates the impact and wound cavities created by each projectile, concluding that the .22 caliber exploding pellet offers the best balance of power and damage for small game hunting without excessive over-penetration.

This video demonstrates a test of a pump-action pellet rifle against a synthetic ballistic skull model. The host, a firearms and tactical gear content creator, fires a .177 caliber lead pellet at approximately 1000 FPS. The analysis shows the pellet flattened upon impact but did not penetrate the skull model, highlighting the projectile's limitations against robust targets.

This video demonstrates the surprising accuracy of the BRK Ghost carbine in 177 caliber when using H&N slugs at 100 yards. The presenter and a companion achieved respectable groups, with the presenter's group condensing to just over an inch when a potential flyer was excluded. The content highlights the capability of smaller caliber airguns for precise shooting at extended distances.

This YouTube video focuses on "Ghosting Doves" and features hunting with a BRK Ghost 177 air rifle. The description specifically mentions hunting Collard Doves with this air rifle. The content is centered around the application of this particular firearm for a specific type of hunting.

This review of the Crosman 760 Pumpmaster focuses on its performance and accuracy. The reviewer details velocity expectations for BBs and pellets, noting that alloy pellets achieve advertised speeds while lead pellets are slower. Accuracy tests at 10 and 20 yards reveal that the rifle performs adequately at closer ranges but struggles significantly at longer distances, with groups widening considerably. The reviewer suggests it's suitable for plinking or specific uses like calibrating ballistics gelatin but not for precision shooting beyond 10-15 yards.

This video showcases the Atomic XR air rifle, highlighting its suitability as a plinking platform. The reviewer expresses a strong positive sentiment towards the rifle, calling it their "new fave" for plinking activities. The demonstration involves shooting at targets from 25 yards offhand.

This video introduces the SIG MPX Gen 2 air rifle, highlighting its upgrades and standard features. Key improvements include an M-LOK handguard for accessory mounting, a flat blade trigger for a smoother pull, an ergonomic grip for comfort, and a redesigned stock with a rubber recoil pad. The rifle maintains a metal housing receiver and a full-length picatinny rail, coming equipped with flip-up sights and a 30-round belt-fed magazine.

This review provides a detailed comparison between the .177 and .22 caliber Gamo Magnum GEN3i air rifles, featuring expert analysis from Ben Pierson. The video includes chronograph data, accuracy testing at 25 and 50 yards, and terminal ballistics evaluations using organic targets. It offers practical insights for choosing between the two calibers based on intended use, such as high-volume plinking versus hunting.

This video provides a detailed look at the Umarex Colt Peacemaker CO2-powered airgun, comparing it to a firearm version. It covers the airgun's construction, CO2 cartridge loading procedure, pellet loading using dummy cartridges, and shooting performance at 15 yards. The presenter highlights the airgun's realistic feel and operation, emphasizing safety precautions despite it not being a firearm.

This video provides an expert-level assessment of BB gun lethality for self-defense, featuring an experienced instructor from 1ShotTV. The test uses a realistic ballistic dummy head to compare a Daisy Red Rider BB gun, an Umarex MP40 CO2 replica, and a Gamo Wildcat Whisper pellet rifle. The findings indicate that BB guns are ineffective for self-defense, while pellet rifles show some potential but lack the stopping power of conventional firearms.

This video reviews the Gamo Raptor Whisper air rifle, highlighting its lightweight composite construction and sound suppression technology. The reviewer found it to be very quiet, suitable for backyard plinking, and easy to reload. While not a firearm, it's presented as a fun, 'big kid toy' for practice and casual shooting.