Videos tagged with Bolt Action

This expert review from Line45 breaks down six budget military surplus rifles that remain relevant and powerful in 2026. Host Luke assesses their performance, historical significance, and current market value, highlighting which are still smart buys and which are overpriced nostalgia. The analysis covers rifles like the Carcano, SKS, Mosin-Nagant, K31, Lee-Enfield, and M1 Garand, detailing their unique ballistics, reliability, and practical applications.

This video demonstrates the exceptionally quiet operation of a suppressed Ruger Precision Rimfire rifle chambered in .22LR at 100 yards. The shooter, exhibiting experienced firearm handling, highlights the minimal sound signature, making it barely audible. The content showcases effective bolt cycling after firing, emphasizing the rifle's suitability for discreet shooting scenarios.

This video from TheYankeeMarshal explores lever action and bolt action rifles, focusing on caliber choices and their suitability for hunting and self-defense. The speaker, demonstrating significant expertise, discusses the versatility of pistol calibers like .357 and .38 in lever actions for teaching and general use, while recommending .45 Colt for its dual-use potential with revolvers. For larger threats like wild boars, .45-70 is highlighted as effective. The discussion contrasts these with bolt actions, generally favored for dedicated big game hunting, and touches upon state-specific regulations requiring straight-wall cartridges for hunting in areas like Ohio.

This expert guide details the unique loading and operation mechanism of the Lee Navy rifle's en bloc clip. The video, presented by C&Rsenal, explains how the two-piece clip uses a spring steel wire and a lever system to secure five rounds, and how this tension is released during the feeding process into the rifle. The instruction highlights the rifle's independent loading capability without feed lips, a design considered highly unusual in US military history.

This video humorously explores the dichotomy within firearm enthusiasts, contrasting the appreciation for classic bolt-action rifles like the Mosin-Nagant with the allure of modern, high-end tactical firearms ('Gucci guns'). The host, demonstrating proficient handling and knowledge of firearm subculture, showcases both types of weapons in a desert range setting. The content highlights the diverse preferences within the shooting community.

This comprehensive review of the Russian Berdan II Infantry Model, presented by C&Rsenal, details its physical specifications, including a 9.2 lbs weight and 53-inch length. The guide covers its single-shot operation, the 10.75x58mmR black powder cartridge, and its unique 45-degree bolt action. The speaker, demonstrating high authority, also discusses the rifle's sights, half-cock safety, and a moderate recoil, noting its historical context as a viable, albeit dated, service rifle.

This video showcases R&D live fire testing of a prototype chassis for the Ruger American rifle, developed by Ghost Mountain Group. The testing focuses on the integration of AR-15 magazines into the bolt-action platform, demonstrating reliable cycling and feeding in a field environment. The chassis features an FDE finish and an integrated bipod mount.

This video demonstrates the operation of a 1906 Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE) rifle. It covers the process of loading using a 5-round stripper clip and showcases the rifle's bolt-action cycling with live fire. The presenter, identified as a firearms enthusiast and collector, highlights the smooth operation and rapid cycling capabilities of this historical firearm.

This video provides a practical demonstration of loading and firing the Yugo M24/47 Mauser rifle. It covers the process of hand-loading five rounds of 8mm Mauser ammunition into the internal magazine and showcases the rifle's performance on a steel silhouette target. The demonstration highlights proper bolt-action cycling and safe range practices.

This video provides a comprehensive demonstration of several Lee-Enfield rifle variants, including the No. 4 Mk I, No. 1 Mk III*, No. 4 Mk 2, and the No. 5 Mk I Jungle Carbine. The instructor, exhibiting high authority, showcases loading techniques with stripper clips, bolt-action operation, and firing on an outdoor range. Specific details like receiver markings and the unique features of the Jungle Carbine are highlighted, offering practical insights into these historical firearms.

This video debunks five common myths surrounding firearm suppressors, addressing legality, search and seizure rights, sound levels, power/accuracy impacts, and design variations. The presenters, Kaya and Jason, explain that suppressors are legal in most states via NFA channels, do not negate Fourth Amendment rights, and their sound reduction varies significantly based on caliber, firearm action, and ammunition type. They also clarify that suppressors can slightly increase velocity and may shift point of impact without decreasing accuracy, while highlighting modern advancements like flow-through designs.

This video features a range day comparison of two .50 BMG rifles: the semi-automatic Barrett M82 and the bolt-action Desert Tech Bullpup. The comparison highlights differences in recoil, concussion (especially with a suppressor on the Desert Tech), and overall shooting experience. The .50 BMG rounds demonstrated significant target damage, even breaking rebar supports. The content is presented by Daylin from Louisiana Firearms, who is recognized for his expertise in firearms content creation.