Videos tagged with Operation Red Skies

This YouTube video, titled "Wilderness Gun Op: 'Operation Valkyrie'," showcases a 3-day desert outing focused on firearm use and wilderness survival. The video highlights new calibers and systems in real-world application, including vehicle engagements, and is presented as the first in a series detailing the operation. It emphasizes learning, teamwork, and enjoying the outdoor environment, with a cameo from USAF F35s. The content aims to provide premium entertainment and inspiration to viewers, drawing parallels to a previous "Operation Red Skies" from 2012.

This guide details long-range shooting techniques demonstrated by Nutnfancy using a DPMS LR-308. It covers target ranging, applying ballistic dope for accurate engagement at various distances, and adjusting for environmental factors like crosswinds. The instruction emphasizes practical application and learning from shooting experiences, including equipment limitations.

This is an announcement for an upcoming video featuring the DPMS LR-308. The description highlights that the LR-308 achieved a 100% reliability rating during "Operation Red Skies," suggesting a field test or expedition where the rifle performed exceptionally well. The video itself is a teaser for the main event, building anticipation for the detailed run-through.

This video showcases the FN 17S rifle during an event called "OPERATION RED SKIES: Ridge Run". Despite minor feeding issues with specific ammunition, the rifle demonstrates excellent accuracy at 560 yards. The course of fire is challenging, especially with wind, and highlights the importance of communication between spotter and shooter. The Stoney Point shooting sticks are praised for their stability on difficult terrain. The event tests SAPRs and promises a night run as well, with the shooter scoring 29 points.

This video showcases 'Operation Red Skies,' a real-world firearms testing scenario focusing on the reliability of a "Franken DPMS" LR-308 rifle. The rifle, a project gun with a non-standard barrel, experienced significant cycling failures during the operation, highlighting the importance of thorough vetting over range testing. The video also briefly mentions the limitations of an 8x Horus scope in fading light. The LR-308 was eventually replaced by an M1A Scout Squad for the remainder of the run. The description also promotes limited edition Nutn's M1A donation necklace shell casings.

This video documents the failure of a DPMS LR-308 'Franken Gun' during SAPR testing in Operation Red Skies. The rifle, a project build with mostly DPMS parts, experienced undergassing issues, performing poorly with steel ammunition. While initial speculation pointed to magazines or shooter technique, the owner suspects an undersized gas port on the Remington-produced, chrome-lined barrel is the root cause. The video highlights the potential pitfalls and costs of troubleshooting custom builds compared to reliable, factory-produced rifles with warranties.

This video details Nutnfancy's experience during 'Operation Red Skies,' a long-range shooting exercise in a high-desert environment. He showcases his Springfield M1A Scout Squad, equipped with a Burris Fullfield II scope, emphasizing precise MOA calculations and windage adjustments for engaging targets up to 575 yards. The 'Ridge Run' concept tests shooters' ability to navigate hazardous terrain while maintaining accuracy under physical stress.

This Nutnfancy Project video, "OPERATION RED SKIES: Inbrief," details a multi-day, self-contained expedition in high desert environments. The adventure involves rigorous hiking and engaging targets up to 600 yards with SAPRs. The video highlights a variety of firearms, including the FN 17S, Springfield Armory M1A, DPMS LR-308 Classic Custom, AP4 parts gun, Savage 10 FP, Glock 17, Glock 22, and FN Five-Seven. The expedition emphasizes testing the limits of firearms, gear, and the individual, with a significant amount of 7.62x51mm ammunition being used. PFIDude and Matt from Troy Industries are featured as adventure companions.