Videos tagged with Federal Premium

This video from Line45 provides an expert-level analysis of the rising ammunition prices in 2026. Instructor Luke details how market consolidation, specifically the sale of Vista Outdoors' ammunition business to CSG, impacts pricing and availability across major brands like Federal, CCI, Speer, and Remington. The explanation extends to the rising costs of raw materials such as copper and lead, production bottlenecks with primers, and the significant influence of military contracts on civilian supply. Sustained high civilian demand, driven by new gun owners and increased shooting activities, further contributes to the elevated price point, making a return to pre-2020 prices unrealistic due to permanent increases in manufacturing and compliance costs.

Hickok45, a respected firearms educator, emphasizes the societal challenge of impatience in an era of instant gratification. He highlights that true skill and success in any endeavor, including marksmanship, are built through consistent, long-term effort and 'grinding' rather than quick fixes. The video encourages viewers to stay focused on their goals, acknowledging that mastery often comes from repetitive practice, even when it's boring.

Hickok45 provides an update on his recovery from multiple metatarsal fractures and an ankle injury. He has received medical clearance to walk without his boot, though swelling and pain persist. He demonstrates improved mobility and discusses the healing progress of his bones, noting surgical hardware is still in place but X-rays show strong bone healing.

This video tests Federal Premium's .22 LR Punch ammunition, designed for handguns, in rifle-length barrels. Despite its intended use for shorter barrels and defensive scenarios, the testing in ballistic gelatin shows significant energy transfer, making it a viable option for shooters who prefer less recoil. The discussion includes JJ Reich from Federal Premium and highlights the ammunition's potential for specific users, like elderly individuals who might not handle larger caliber firearms. The video also touches on other Federal Premium offerings and promotes NRA membership.

This video analyzes the possibility of a 30-06 rifle round fired at 130-140 yards not producing an exit wound, as reported in the Charlie Kirk incident. It delves into bullet weight, ballistic coefficients, and caliber comparisons (30-06 vs. 5.56 and .308) to assess the probability. The speaker calls for FBI transparency regarding bullet type and autopsy results to verify the official account.

This video focuses on Federal Premium's Freight Train Copper Sabot slug load, a new deer hunting ammunition option introduced in January 2024. The content aims to showcase this modern slug load as a significant improvement over older slug technologies. The video likely demonstrates the performance of this specific ammunition, providing viewers with insights into its capabilities for hunting applications. It's presented as part of a regular series, '#SundayGunday'.

This video showcases Leupold's Custom Dial System, demonstrating the process of ordering a custom turret tailored to a specific ammunition load. The content is presented in the context of a long-range shooting session at Gunsite Academy, using a Leupold VX-6HD Gen2 riflescope. The video promises a follow-up session once the custom dial is received, highlighting the practical application of this feature for precision shooting.

This YouTube video, titled 'Federal Shorty: Será que passa no teste do FBI?' (Federal Shorty: Will it pass the FBI test?), appears to be a review or test of Federal's 'Shorty' ammunition. The title suggests a focus on performance and reliability, specifically questioning its efficacy against FBI testing standards. Given the title's content, it is likely a firearm or ammunition review with a practical application in mind, potentially related to self-defense or law enforcement scenarios. The video aims to determine if this specific ammunition meets rigorous testing benchmarks.

This YouTube video features a ballistic gel test of Federal Premium .32 H&R Magnum Hydra-Shok Deep ammunition. The test is conducted using a Taurus 327 revolver and includes a heavy clothing barrier to simulate self-defense scenarios. The video aims to evaluate the performance of this specific .32 H&R Magnum load, with a focus on penetration and expansion characteristics in a defensive context.

This YouTube video reviews Federal Premium Hammer Down 22LR ammunition tested in a Ruger 10/22 rifle equipped with a folding stock. The reviewer notes decent consistency in velocity, unlike typical bulk pack ammo, and acceptable accuracy at 100 yards, despite a problematic scope mount. While experiencing a few light loads and feeding issues as the chamber fouled, the ammo had no duds. The reviewer concludes that it's a good value bulk pack option for the Ruger 10/22, cycling the action reasonably well.

This YouTube video tests Federal Premium Hammer Down .22LR ammunition in a Walther P22Q pistol. The reviewer found that this combination was not a good match. The Walther P22Q experienced numerous light primer strikes with the Federal Premium Hammer Down .22LR rounds. Additionally, a few low-velocity rounds caused the pistol to fail to cycle properly. The reviewer explicitly states they would not recommend using this ammunition in the Walther P22Q, highlighting potential reliability issues.

This YouTube Shorts video features Federal Premium Hammer Down 22LR ammunition being used in a Ruger LCPII pistol. The title and hashtags indicate a focus on this specific ammunition and firearm combination, likely showcasing its performance or function. The #shorts format suggests a brief, engaging clip rather than an in-depth review.