This video critically examines nine modern firearm cartridges deemed unnecessary or redundant in the current market. The host argues that many new releases are 'cash grabs' lacking true innovation. Specific cartridges like the 7mm Backcountry, 6.8 Western, 338 ARC, and the entire Nosler family are dissected for their perceived shortcomings in performance, market positioning, or bullet selection. The review highlights cartridges designed for specific niches, like straight-wall hunting, questioning their practical advantage over established options.
This Guns & Ammo Buzz podcast episode provides a comprehensive recap of the 2025 Shot Show in Las Vegas, featuring insights from editors Tom, Jim, and Jack. They discuss emerging trends in firearms technology, including 3D printing in suppressors and new case alloys for cartridges like the 7mm Backcountry. The conversation also covers new handgun and rifle models, budget-friendly options, advancements in optics, and the growing accessibility of thermal imaging. The editors highlight the industry's cautious optimism and focus on innovation.
Two new cartridges, Hornady's 338 ARC and Winchester's 21 Sharp, have been released, sparking industry debate. The 338 ARC is designed for subsonic hunting on AR-15 platforms, directly challenging Q's 8.6 Blackout with differing opinions on case capacity and twist rates. The 21 Sharp aims to replace the 22 LR with a non-heeled bullet design, though rifle availability is currently limited.
This Gun Talk LIVE episode covers newly SAAMI-accepted cartridges and a comparison between the Sig Sauer P365XL Spectre Comp and the standard P365XL. Host Ryan Gresham is joined by Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin. The discussion also features a surprise for Ryan. The episode is brought to you by prominent firearms industry sponsors like Hodgdon Powder Company, Sig Sauer, Ruger, and Springfield Armory. The video aims to inform viewers about new ammunition standards and specific firearm models.
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