Videos tagged with 22 Creedmoor

This video details a baboon hunting trip in South Africa, showcasing Iain Harrison's (Editor-in-Chief of RECOIL Magazine) gear selection and rationale. It covers a primary Mossberg Patriot LR in 6.5 PRC and a secondary 22 Creedmoor build, alongside essential optics and ballistics tools like Leupold rangefinding binoculars and a Kestrel 5700. The hunting is justified by the need to manage baboons as crop raiders and predators.

This review compares the .270 Winchester to seven other rifle cartridges, evaluating their performance for hunting applications. The analysis includes ballistic data, recoil, and suitability for various game sizes. The 6.5 PRC, 7mm Rem Mag, and 280 AI are highlighted as strong alternatives, offering advantages in specific scenarios.

This '60 Second Gun News' segment covers several new firearm and ammunition releases for 2026. Highlights include Hornady's support for the .22 Creedmoor with impressive velocity, Springfield's longer 2020 Heatseeker bolt actions, Ruger's revival of the Glenfield brand, Beretta's commemorative models, and Akkar USA's 'Meatstick' shotgun. Colt also announced new AR models.

This episode of Gun Talk Hunt delves into the 22 Creedmoor cartridge with Todd Bonura of Maniacal Arms. The discussion covers its growing popularity, ballistic performance (velocity, energy, barrel life), custom rifle builds (actions, barrels, suppressors, triggers), and comparisons between factory and handloaded ammunition for precision shooting. The video also explores practical hunting applications, even for larger game like moose, and discusses the future of short-barrel builds and suppressor-friendly calibers. It touches on comparisons with 22 ARC and 6mm ARC and provides rifle tuning and optics mounting tips.

This video explores six underutilized rifle cartridges that offer significant advantages over popular options. It highlights the 280 Ackley Improved for its balance of performance and manageable recoil, the 6 Dasher for its extreme accuracy in competition and hunting, and the 6.8 Western as a modernized .270 with superior bullet options. The 6mm ARC and 22 Creedmoor are praised for their efficiency on AR platforms and flat-shooting capabilities, respectively, while the 7 SAUM offers a short-action alternative. Emerging cartridges like the 277 Sig Fury and 25 Creedmoor are also briefly touched upon.

This review highlights seven exceptional hunting rifles, dubbed the '7 Wonders of the Woods.' It covers a range from premium to budget options, detailing their unique strengths, accuracy, and specific features. The Sako 90 excels in accuracy, the Fierce MTN Reaper offers portability, and the Ruger American Gen II provides outstanding value.

This updated review highlights the most accurate rifles tested, emphasizing a data-driven approach to accuracy measurement using average group sizes. Several rifles achieved sub-MOA performance, with some reaching sub-half MOA. The review covers a range from budget-friendly options like the Ruger American Gen 2 to high-performance hunting and competition platforms, including chassis upgrades and specialized small-caliber precision.

A photojournalist's image depicting a full cartridge lodged in a gate sparked controversy, as it misrepresented how firearms function. The video clarifies that only the bullet is propelled, not the entire cartridge. It highlights the potential for staged or manipulated visual evidence in media, emphasizing the importance of understanding basic firearm mechanics to discern factual reporting from misinformation.

This video compares the high-shoulder shot to the traditional double-lung shot for deer hunting. The high-shoulder shot is presented as superior due to its larger margin for error and minimal meat damage, effectively anchoring the animal. The double-lung shot, while common, offers less forgiveness and can result in significant meat loss. The video also briefly features the Mokwheel Basalt e-bike.

This video provides an expert review of the new 22 Creedmoor cartridge, detailing its development, ballistic performance, and advantages for hunting and new shooters. The speaker, demonstrating high authority, highlights its superior wind resistance and energy compared to other .22 caliber options, while offering significantly less recoil than a .243 Win. Factory support from Hornady solidifies its transition from a wildcat to a mainstream offering.

This video analyzes flattest-shooting rifle cartridges, challenging common assumptions with extensive data. It reveals that cartridges like the 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum, 26 Nosler, and 28 Nosler outperform many popular choices at 1,000 yards. The discussion also covers the physics behind bullet drop and introduces the Tikka Wilderness rifle in 6.5 PRC as a capable hunting platform.

This video showcases successful coyote hunts using the 22 Creedmoor and 22-250 Remington calibers, highlighting their terminal ballistics and effectiveness. The hunters demonstrate advanced tactical strategies, including the 'fatal funnel' setup and coordinated double-kill tactics, emphasizing precise shot placement and environmental awareness. The content provides insights into seasonal hunting advantages and the importance of specialized gear for predator control.