This video reviews the CV Life Wildhawk Solar Enclosed Red Dot sight, highlighting its solar power capability, multi-reticle options, and enclosed design. The instructor demonstrates zeroing the optic using a laser boresighter and discusses its performance at 300 yards. Key takeaways include the optic's ability to run solely on solar power in daylight and its surprisingly precise aiming capabilities despite initial zeroing challenges due to reversed adjustment directions.
This video showcases the BinTac MCAR .457 air rifle's capabilities in long-range shooting, specifically for the Extreme Benchrest Big Bore competition. The instructor demonstrates sighting in and engaging targets from 100 to 400 yards, highlighting the rifle's accuracy and power. The DNT Optics Thermite scope with its ballistic calculator is also featured as a key tool for this type of shooting.
This video reviews Palmetto's AAC .300 Blackout ammunition, specifically the 125-grain FMJ and 110-grain Sabre Black Tip variants. The reviewer tests their accuracy at 100 and 300 yards using a Bear Creek rifle, noting that both ammunition types perform well, with the 110-grain Black Tip showing slightly tighter groups at 100 yards. The reviewer also observes differences in point of impact between the two loads at both distances.
This video reviews the Bear Creek Arsenal 20" stainless 350 Legend AR-15 upper. The reviewer details common feeding issues with 350 Legend in AR platforms, primarily attributing them to ammunition bullet nose shape and magazine compatibility. Testing reveals the BCA upper is capable of sub-MOA accuracy with certain ammunition, particularly 180-grain loads, while 145-grain FMJ rounds experienced feeding hiccups and less consistent accuracy.
This video provides an in-depth review and accuracy test of Norma Tactical 7.62x39 124-grain ammunition, shot from a budget Anderson Manufacturing AR-47. The instructor demonstrates shooting groups at 100 yards and engaging a steel gong at 300 yards, discussing the ammunition's performance relative to its cost and other brands. The review highlights the importance of brass-cased ammunition for AR platforms and its cleaner burning characteristics compared to steel-case alternatives.
This expert guide details a 300-yard shooting session with an Aero 6mm ARC build, focusing on accuracy with different magazines and demonstrating how to clear a double feed malfunction. The instruction highlights the effectiveness of the 6mm ARC cartridge for various applications and provides practical advice on rifle setup and potential issues, drawing on the instructor's authoritative experience.
This review covers a post-ban, non-neutered Romanian MD63 AKM variant. The firearm features a threaded barrel, bayonet lug, and a numbers-matching part kit dated to 1986. It was reassembled with an American receiver (Childers), barrel (Green Mountain), and a notable trigger. The reviewer highlights its surprising accuracy at 300 yards with iron sights and praises its tight tolerances and forged internals, deeming it one of the best shooting AKs encountered.
This video provides an updated, in-depth review of the Ruger AR-15 chambered in 5.56 NATO. The presenter highlights its 16-inch barrel, A2 flash hider, and a standard handguard. Despite its budget-friendly price point (around $500-$600), the rifle demonstrated reliable performance with inexpensive ammunition like Wolf and Hornady Frontier, achieving consistent hits on an 8-inch gong at 100 and 300 yards. The reviewer notes its accuracy is around 2.5-3 MOA with basic ammo.
This review evaluates the Diamondback DB15 in 6.5 Grendel at 300 yards, using inexpensive Wolf ammunition. Despite the ammo not being ideal for the rifle's zero (set for Hornady SST), the reviewer achieved consistent hits on 2-liter bottles, demonstrating the rifle's inherent accuracy and reliability. The rifle features an 18-inch barrel, a Vortex Crossfire optic, and aftermarket upgrades like a Magpul stock and TMG 3.5lb trigger.
This guide details how to assess the ballistic performance of short-barreled AK pistols, specifically the Zastava ZPAP92. It emphasizes using empirical data from doppler radar to quantify velocity loss and its impact on extended range accuracy. The assessment highlights the tactical advantages of maneuverability in close quarters while demonstrating effectiveness out to 300 yards. Instruction from Rob Ski, an authority in AK platforms, provides practical insights into short-barreled AK viability.
This review of the Franklin Armory F-17 X highlights its unique chambering in 17 Winchester Super Magnum (17 WSM) on an AR-15 platform. The rifle features a proprietary gas piston system, a 16-inch barrel with a 1:9 twist, and is California legal. It demonstrates impressive accuracy at 300 yards and is noted for its quiet suppressed operation, making it a strong contender for varmint hunting.
This expert guide details a comparative barrel heat tolerance and accuracy test between a Vepr AK47 and a Daniel Defense AR15. The AK Operators Union instructor, Rob Ski, demonstrates rigorous testing methodologies, including cold and hot barrel shots at 25 yards and extended range engagements at 300 yards. The analysis covers temperature differentials, point of impact shifts, and the influence of ammunition and environmental factors on rifle performance.
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