Videos tagged with Operation Red Skies

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 documents a night shooting event called 'Operation Red Skies: Nightfire,' focusing on long-range engagements at 515 yards in darkness. Participants utilize various firearms and optics, including an FN 17s with a Leupold Mark 4 scope, and an M1A in a Troy MCS chassis. The session highlights challenges and techniques for shooting in low-light conditions, emphasizing the importance of accurate come-ups for temperature and distance, and troubleshooting optic performance issues like reticle illumination failures and scope fogging. The event serves as a practical test of gear and shooter capability under demanding circumstances.

This video documents a long-range shooting event called 'Operation Red Skies' featuring the FN 17S rifle. Participants engage targets at various distances, demonstrating windage and elevation adjustments, and discussing rifle performance and minor malfunctions. The session highlights the importance of accurate data and environmental compensation for successful long-range shots.

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 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.