Videos tagged with Hunting Bullet

This video features Bill Wilson testing the Lehigh Defense Xtreme Chaos .308 160-grain bullet. The test involves firing the bullet into ballistic gel at approximately 2400 fps and observing its terminal performance, including petal separation and base expansion. The results are discussed with gun instructors Ken Hackathorn and Paul Howe. The description highlights the Xtreme Chaos bullet's unique design for optimal ballistic performance in .308 Winchester and .30-06 Springfield calibers, retaining significant base weight.

This guide from American Outlaw provides expert advice on selecting the best rifle caliber for elk hunting, emphasizing the need for powerful cartridges capable of ethical takedowns at extended ranges. The instructor, with decades of experience, recommends magnum calibers like the 300 PRC and 28 Nosler, explaining their effectiveness in various hunting scenarios and their ability to handle challenging shots and potential human error. The video also touches on practical hunting tips, such as rangefinding and shot placement, and advises on managing recoil for consistent accuracy.

This episode of Gun Talk Radio's after-show features a discussion on the 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge, specifically focusing on its accuracy and terminal performance. A caller shares his positive experiences with a Ruger American rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, utilizing Hornady ELD-X bullets and IMR 8208 powder for exceptional accuracy. The conversation also touches on the evolution of rifle manufacturing, the impact of triggers like Savage's AccuTrigger, and the general trend of affordable, accurate firearms.

This video from American Rifleman Television details Hornady's ELD-X bullet, designed for both close-range hunting and long-range accuracy. It highlights the development process, including overcoming challenges with aerodynamic heating, and emphasizes the bullet's consistent terminal performance across a wide velocity range. The ELD-X aims to provide match-grade accuracy and reliable expansion for hunters extending their effective range.

This video details the process of handloading 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition using the 130-grain Sierra Game King bullet with two different powders: Hodgdon ReLoder 17 and Winchester 760. The instructor meticulously outlines the steps from brass preparation and priming to powder charging, bullet seating, and range testing. He provides detailed velocity and group size data for various charge weights, while also discussing pressure signs and the importance of consistent barrel temperature. The results indicate that the 130gr Sierra Game King is a highly accurate and effective hunting bullet for the 6.5 Creedmoor, performing well with both tested powders.

This expert-level analysis from Gun Talk Media's 'Guns & Gear' showcases the Barnes 120-grain TAC-TX bullet for the 300 Blackout. The video details its construction, terminal ballistics through gelatin testing, and suitability for hunting medium-sized game like whitetail deer and hogs. It highlights the bullet's consistent expansion, 100% weight retention, and effectiveness across various barrel lengths, positioning it as a viable option for hunters and those seeking reliable defense ammunition.

Neil Emory from Hornady introduces the new Precision Hunter ammunition featuring the ELD-X bullet. This bullet is designed for match accuracy and high ballistic coefficients, performing effectively at both conventional (0-400 yards) and extended ranges (400+ yards). It expands rapidly at close range, creating a large temporary cavity, and maintains significant penetration at distance.

This YouTube video from SHOT Show 2015 highlights the new Ballistic Tip Hunting bullet from Nosler. The description indicates the bullet was on display at the event. For more details, viewers are directed to AmericanHunter.org. This content focuses on a specific ammunition product intended for hunting applications.