Videos tagged with Jim Harmer

This guide outlines a firearm penetration test comparing a .50 BMG Rifle and a .416 Ruger Rifle, as demonstrated by Jim Harmer on the Backfire channel. The test uses standardized Pen+Gear copy paper boxes to measure how many sheets each rifle can penetrate. The .50 BMG Rifle achieved significantly deeper penetration than the .416 Ruger Rifle, highlighting differences in ballistic performance.

Jim Harmer, an established firearms reviewer from the Backfire channel, demonstrates the exceptional accuracy of the X2 Dev Group Trident Barrel on an AR-15 platform. He showcases sub-MOA groupings, achieving results as tight as 1/3 MOA, highlighting the barrel's potential for precision shooting. The review emphasizes the importance of quality components and consistent shooting technique for achieving top-tier accuracy.

This video features Jim Harmer, an expert influencer, showcasing the Ruger Guide Gun chambered for a substantial 400-grain bullet. He provides an in-depth look at the rifle's features, including its laminate stock and stainless finish, and demonstrates its significant recoil, estimated at 90 ft-lbs, comparing it to typical elk hunting rounds. The content highlights the rifle's suitability for large game hunting where immense stopping power is required.

This comprehensive review by Jim Harmer on the Backfire channel analyzes the current sub-$700 rifle market, which has seen significant price increases. Through a rigorous 10-category testing framework, including feeding reliability, trigger quality, accuracy (aiming for sub-MOA), and essential features like threaded barrels, the video provides critical insights. The Mauser M18 and CVA Cascade emerge as top performers, with the CVA Cascade ultimately winning due to its superior feature set and a unique 14-day return guarantee.

This "Free For All Friday" episode features a special guest interview with Jim Harmer from the YouTube channel "Backfire!". The discussion will cover Jim Harmer's background, the landscape of firearm channels on YouTube, the challenges of YouTube censorship for 2A content and potential solutions, his best hunting stories and favorite hunts, and his essential gear including rifles, cartridges, binoculars, and other must-have items. The segment will conclude with a viewer Q&A, emphasizing the importance of staying armed and ready for survival.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of 12-gauge shotgun ballistics, featuring insights from Jim Harmer. It details the destructive potential of a 12-gauge load in ballistics gel, highlighting the wide wound channel created by numerous pellets. The content includes a breakdown of shotgun shell components and emphasizes safety warnings for viewers.

This guide details fundamental techniques for beginner clay pigeon shooting, as taught by expert instructor Jim Harmer. It covers proper gun mounting, grip, stance, sighting, and the crucial elements of swing, trigger pull, and follow-through. Harmer emphasizes a safety-conscious approach and provides insights into common beginner mistakes and how to overcome them, making it ideal for new shotgun enthusiasts.

This guide provides a foundational understanding of shotguns, drawing from expert instruction by Jim Harmer. It covers essential topics like shotgun anatomy, different types of actions and gauges, the purpose of chokes, and proper sighting techniques. The information is presented in a clear, beginner-friendly manner, emphasizing safe handling and practical applications for hunting, sport, and home defense.