Videos tagged with Hunting Load

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a solid obsidian sphere against various calibers. It demonstrates that while hunting loads and .22LR rounds leave marks, they do not penetrate. A 9mm round causes more significant damage, and a .223 Remington round completely shatters the sphere, indicating obsidian's limitations against higher-powered rifle rounds.

This YouTube video focuses on the Hornady Heavy Magnum ammunition, specifically for use with a 12-gauge shotgun, and is likely presented in the context of hunting coyotes. The title and description highlight the brand and caliber, suggesting a review or demonstration of this particular load. The associated hashtags indicate a potential focus on the Benelli shotgun platform as well.

This video details accuracy testing of a 16-inch Bear Creek Arsenal side-charging 50 Beowulf upper at 100 yards. The instructor evaluates three loads: a factory 350-grain Underwood FMJ, a milder 300-grain Hornady FTX handload, and a max-charge 300-grain Hornady FTX handload using 'Little Gun' powder, aiming for a hunting load. The testing reveals significant differences in group sizes between the loads.

This video discusses reloading 50 Beowulf ammunition and then delves into the negative reception new firearm products often face within the gun community. The speaker highlights how tradition and a desire to justify existing ownership can lead to resistance against innovation, using examples like the 6.5 Creedmoor and 30 Super Carry. The core message advocates for a more positive and open-minded approach to new developments in firearms and ammunition.

This video details the personal journey of a father who transitioned from reloading for cost savings to creating quality hunting ammunition with his sons. He emphasizes the importance of family time and producing effective rounds for hunting, specifically highlighting the use of Winchester 6.5 Stable powder and Hornady CX bullets for the 6.5 Creedmoor caliber, which proved successful in recent deer hunts.

This video details the process of reloading 308 Winchester cartridges using 165gr Hornady GMX and SST bullets with AR-Comp powder. It covers case preparation, including sizing and neck expansion with a mandrel, and discusses potential issues like primer pocket wear and over-expansion. The reloading process involves specific charge weights and overall lengths, with a focus on achieving consistent cartridge-based ogive measurements. The video also presents range results, highlighting accuracy variations between bullet types and overall lengths.

This video features a ballistics gel test of various .44 Magnum handloads fired from a late 1970s Ruger Super Blackhawk. The instructor, with apparent experience in firearms, tests four different bullet types: 180gr JHP, 240gr Hornady XTP, 240gr Speer Deep Curl, and 255gr hard cast. The test focuses on penetration depth and wound channel characteristics, with velocities recorded via chronograph.

This video details the custom load development process for Rifle #301, a project with Sawtooth Rifles. Working with Unknown Munitions, the creator performs a Ladder Test to gather data, followed by a Jump Test. The objective is to establish the optimal hunting load for the rifle, coinciding with an upcoming hunting trip. The video highlights the "Load Development Tool" by Unknown Munitions and features specific gear like a Noveske Hat and Wild Things Active Flex Jacket.

This video details the process of reloading 6.5 Grendel ammunition for a hog hunt, focusing on the 129gr Nosler Accubond Long Range bullet. The instructor tests two powders, IMR-4166 and AR-Comp, across various charge weights, meticulously documenting the reloading steps, chronograph data, and group sizes at 100 yards. The goal is to develop an accurate and effective hunting load, with a particular emphasis on bullet performance and powder selection.

This video is a follow-up, focusing on developing a supersonic hunting load for a 300 Blackout pistol/SBR. The specific setup utilizes a 110gr Barnes TAC-TX bullet and Winchester 296 powder, tested in an 8.5-inch barrel. The video aims to provide practical information for hunters using this popular caliber in a compact firearm platform.