Videos tagged with Big Frame Revolver

This video provides an overview of the Magnum Research BFR (Big Frame Revolver), highlighting its massive size and available calibers. The presenter specifically showcases a BFR chambered in .444 Marlin, noting its 11-inch barrel, five-shot capacity, and smooth, unfluted cylinder. The review emphasizes that it is a single-action revolver requiring the hammer to be cocked for each shot.

This NRA Gun of the Week video features a review of the Magnum Research Big Frame Revolver (BFR) chambered in 350 Legend. The description highlights the revolver's stainless steel construction, adjustable sights, and free-wheeling cylinder. It details the 350 Legend cartridge's performance as a fast, straight-wall option suitable for hunting and range fun, noting its mild recoil from the heavy revolver. The review also mentions the possibility of mounting optics and provides detailed specifications for the firearm.

This video reviews the Magnum Research BFR revolver chambered in .45-70 Government. The presenter highlights its 7.5-inch barrel, unfluted cylinder, and single-action mechanism. He demonstrates its performance with Hornady FTX 325-grain hunting loads, noting its power and manageable recoil for its caliber, and discusses its suitability for hunting and collection.

This video reviews the Magnum Research BFR revolver chambered in .45-70 Government, highlighting its suitability for dangerous game. It details the firearm's substantial weight, impressive accuracy with both heavy magnum and subsonic loads, and comfortable trigger pull. The review also touches upon its construction and available calibers, recommending optics for serious use.

This guide details the expert manufacturing process of the Magnum Research BFR (Big Frame Revolver), from initial design concepts by Jim Tirtin to the final quality control checks. It highlights the precision engineering involved in cylinder and frame machining at Pequot Tool & Manufacturing, the meticulous hand-finishing and assembly, and the critical individual test-firing for each firearm. The video showcases a high level of American manufacturing craftsmanship and attention to detail.

This video tests the ballistic performance of the 500 JRH Magnum cartridge fired from a Magnum Research BFR revolver. The test involves shooting at a vehicle, specifically a van, to assess penetration through various materials including doors and a firewall. The results indicate that while the cartridge creates significant damage and fragmentation, its penetration capabilities through a vehicle firewall are less than anticipated, with the hard cast wadcutter bullets appearing to break up and dump energy rather than pass through cleanly.

This video tests the ballistic performance of the Magnum Research BFR revolver chambered in .45-70 Government, firing 300-grain Trophy Bonded Bear Claw ammunition. The test involves shooting through a vehicle's side panel and firewall to assess penetration capabilities. The presenter highlights the revolver's accuracy and manageable recoil for its caliber, suggesting its suitability for hunting applications.

This video compares the recoil of two 'hand cannons': the Magnum Research BFR in .45-70 Government and the Magnum Research Desert Eagle in .50 AE. The presenter demonstrates both two-handed and one-handed shooting, noting that while the .45-70 round has more energy, the recoil in the BFR is surprisingly manageable, especially for one-handed shooting. The Desert Eagle's integral muzzle brake also contributes to its manageable recoil.

This video reviews the Magnum Research BFR revolver chambered in .45/70. The presenter highlights the firearm's smooth shooting characteristics, contrary to expectations for such a powerful caliber. The 7.5-inch barrel and overall weight are noted as contributing factors to managing recoil effectively, making it a surprisingly pleasant shooting experience.

This video reviews the Magnum Research BFR Big Frame Revolver chambered in .45-70 Government, highlighting its status as potentially the most powerful handgun available. The presenter details its construction, available barrel lengths, the specifics of the .45-70 caliber, its loading mechanism, sights, optic compatibility, and trigger weight, emphasizing its craftsmanship and American manufacturing.