Videos tagged with Hornady ELD-X

This video details a management hunt in South Africa, emphasizing practical gear selection and application. Expert Iain Harrison showcases two rifles, the Mossberg Patriot LR in 6.5 PRC and a custom .22 Creedmoor, alongside essential optics like Leupold scopes and rangefinding binoculars, and ballistic tools like the Kestrel 5700. The content highlights the importance of ammunition choice, suppressor use, and the conservation principles behind management hunting, culminating in a successful double Kudu harvest.

This video from Banana Ballistics empirically tests the effectiveness of the .30-06 Springfield cartridge against various steel plates, debunking the myth of it being an obsolete 'fudd cartridge'. The host, demonstrating high authority in ballistics testing through systematic methodology and professional equipment, showcases how different loads, including military AP and API variants, perform. The .30-06 is concluded to be a highly capable round, comparable to the .308 Winchester, especially with modern or specialized ammunition.

This guide details the process of reloading ammunition for the SVD Dragunov rifle, as demonstrated by JaegerZ999. It covers brass preparation, including cleaning and induction annealing, component selection, powder measurement, and bullet seating using advanced reloading equipment. The video concludes with a live-fire demonstration of the SVD with the handloaded rounds. The instruction emphasizes precision and methodical steps, indicative of an expert-level approach to reloading.

This video provides an in-depth look at Norma Ammunition's manufacturing processes in Åmotfors, Sweden. It details the creation of copper-jacketed lead-core bullets, the specialized bonding process for Norma Bondstrike rounds, and brass case production. The guide also covers final assembly, rigorous quality control including accuracy testing, and comparative ballistic gel tests, highlighting the performance differences between bonded and non-bonded projectiles.

This guide, informed by an experienced hunter and firearms reviewer, details the practical application of using match-grade ammunition for hunting. It covers the critical differences in terminal ballistics between hunting and match bullets, emphasizes the importance of proper trigger technique to avoid costly mistakes in the field, and highlights useful gear like the Fierce Mountain Reaper rifle and Maven S2 spotting scope. The insights provided are crucial for hunters seeking to optimize their success and ethical shot placement.

This guide details a comprehensive comparison of the 6.5 PRC, 7 PRC, and 300 PRC cartridges, drawing on expert insights from the Backfire channel. It covers field testing, ballistic data analysis, recoil assessment, and provides specific recommendations for hunting applications, emphasizing the practical experience of the host.

This guide details a long-range ballistics gel testing procedure, comparing the 6.5 Creedmoor and 6.5 PRC. It covers equipment selection, rifle calibration using real-world data and ballistics apps, test execution at 600 yards, and analysis of terminal ballistics. The instruction comes from an expert demonstrating proficiency in long-range shooting and ballistics analysis.

This video from Backfire presents the finale of 'Cartridge Wars,' a competition to determine the best hunting cartridge. The analysis, led by an expert with high authority, delves into detailed ballistic data, including muzzle velocity, energy, recoil, and effective range, comparing contenders like the 6.5 PRC, .270 Win, 7mm Rem Mag, .280 Ackley Improved, .300 WSM, and .308 Win. The expert emphasizes criteria such as elk hunting capability, suitability for range shooting, and ammunition availability.

This review of the 6.8 Western cartridge after one year of use, presented by a highly authoritative firearms instructor, delves into its performance, ballistic comparisons, and industry reception. The analysis includes detailed range testing data, comparisons against popular cartridges like the 6.5 PRC, and insights into potential future market developments such as the rumored 7 PRC. The instructor highlights the 6.8 Western's strengths for hunting larger game and its advantages in energy retention at range, while also noting limitations in current manufacturer support and reloading components.

This video provides an expert analysis of 6.5mm cartridges for big game hunting, featuring a detailed ballistics gel test. The host, with extensive field experience, demonstrates that bullet construction significantly impacts terminal ballistics, often more than cartridge choice alone. While 6.5mm calibers are deemed sufficient for deer-sized game, larger calibers or specialized bullets are recommended for larger species.

This review by Ozzie Reviews provides an expert-level assessment of the Browning X-Bolt Hells Canyon Speed rifle in .28 Nosler. The video details its lightweight design, Burnt Bronze Cerakote finish, and sub-MOA accuracy at 100 yards with Hornady 175gr ELD-X ammunition. It also demonstrates impressive 600-yard field performance, highlighting the .28 Nosler's terminal energy and manageable recoil, comparable to a 6.5 Creedmoor.

This episode of Long Range Pursuit follows Garrett and Kregg on a challenging free-range Red Stag hunt in New Zealand's North Country. They navigate difficult terrain, unpredictable weather, and long distances to pursue mature stags. The hunt highlights advanced long-range shooting techniques, including wind compensation and shot placement, emphasizing the importance of patience and preparation in challenging environments.