Videos tagged with Cartridge Selection

This episode of the Hornady Podcast features Travis Ashida, founder of NRL Hunter, discussing the practical precision of the sport. It highlights how NRL Hunter bridges the gap between competitive shooting and real-world hunting scenarios, emphasizing practical rifle configurations, ethical shot placement, and building shooter confidence. The conversation delves into the rules, divisions, and the community aspect of NRL Hunter, underscoring its role in developing skilled and confident hunters.

This video provides an expert overview of modern precision rifle cartridges and setups, focusing on consistency for competitive shooting like PRS and NRL Hunter, as well as hunting and duty use. Dan Berdikini, drawing on extensive experience, emphasizes that consistency is paramount over ultimate aerodynamic bullets or rifle accuracy. He discusses popular calibers such as the 6mm Dasher, 6GT, 25 Creedmoor, and 6.5 Creedmoor, highlighting their pros and cons for different shooting scenarios and the importance of reliable equipment like optics, mounts, and triggers.

This video emphasizes selecting the correct cartridge for the intended shooting distance, likening it to using the right tool from a toolbox. The speaker argues that cartridges like the .223 have limited effective ranges (500-600 yards) for practical accuracy, while the .308 is best suited up to 800 yards. For distances beyond 800 yards, particularly for 1000-yard shots, cartridges like the 6mm or 6.5mm are recommended as the minimum effective tools, with the 300 Winchester Magnum being overkill for this specific application.

This guide synthesizes expert recommendations from the Backfire channel's panel of hunting professionals for selecting the best cartridges for various big game animals. It covers specific recommendations for Elk, Whitetail, Mule Deer, Bears, Hogs, Caribou, Antelope, African Plains Game, Grizzly, Moose, and Bison, emphasizing factors like animal size, range, and desired terminal performance. The discussion highlights the importance of accuracy and provides versatile options for different hunting scenarios, including a 'one-gun' choice.

This video documents a charity clay pigeon shooting event for Race Against Dementia, featuring Sir Jackie Stewart. It highlights various sporting clay stands, team dynamics, and the importance of the charity's mission. While not a technical training video, it showcases different shooting scenarios and the camaraderie involved in such events.

This video discusses the process and trends in building custom AR-15 style rifles, emphasizing the importance of defining a use case before selecting components. Kirk Foreman of Aero Precision highlights how the accessibility of information and tools has democratized rifle building, moving beyond the 'gun nerd' stereotype. The conversation also touches on the evolution of build trends, from traditional carbines to specialized platforms, and the growing interest in bolt-action rifle builds.

This episode of the Long Range Pursuit Podcast, titled 'Need For Speed,' features a discussion on the evolution of long-range shooting, emphasizing the shift from simply seeking maximum velocity to a more nuanced approach involving bullet design, cartridge efficiency, and understanding ballistic principles. The conversation highlights how modern technology and bullet construction allow for superior long-range performance with less extreme cartridges, challenging the traditional 'bigger is better' mentality. It delves into the importance of bullet selection, case design, and the practical implications of these factors for hunters and shooters.

This episode discusses the balance between ultralight rifle configurations and 'just right' setups for various hunting scenarios. The hosts emphasize that while weight is a consideration, especially for high-mileage mountain hunts, sacrificing essential features or choosing an inappropriate cartridge for the game can be detrimental. They advocate for a holistic approach, considering the application, terrain, game, and overall system weight to optimize performance and shooter experience.

This video presents the top 10 cartridges for elk hunting, determined by a survey of 250 expert hunters. It details the performance and suitability of various calibers, including the highly-ranked .300 Winchester Magnum, 7mm Remington Magnum, and 7 PRC, while also discussing optimal bullet types and shot distances. The content emphasizes data-driven insights for effective elk hunting.

This guide, drawing on expert insights from the Backfire channel, details optimal cartridge and caliber selections for deer hunting across various ranges and shooter preferences. It emphasizes understanding energy requirements, trajectory, wind resistance, and recoil management, presenting specific recommendations like the 6.5 PRC for its balance and the 7 PRC for long-range performance. The advice caters to different hunting scenarios, from close-quarters to extended distances, and considers shooter comfort with lighter recoiling options.

This video features a panel of experts, including world champions and renowned reloaders, discussing and comparing top-tier cartridges for long-range shooting. They cover specific calibers like 6 Dasher, 7mm Sherman Max, 7 PRC, and 7mm Rem Mag, detailing their performance characteristics, advantages, and ideal applications from hunting to competition. The discussion also includes a showcase of the CarbonX rifle stock.

This video provides an expert-level review of several rifles chambered in 7mm PRC, emphasizing that not all platforms are suitable for this powerful cartridge. The host, with extensive experience in building and testing 7mm PRC rifles, details the critical factors like chamber tolerances, twist rates, and barrel length required for optimal performance. Specific models from Savage, Browning, Ruger, and Fierce are analyzed for their strengths and weaknesses in handling the 7mm PRC, offering valuable insights for shooters seeking to maximize the cartridge's potential.