Thermal optics perform exceptionally well in extreme cold, even at -36°C. Keeping batteries warm is crucial for performance. Winter's low ambient heat signatures enhance target clarity, making thermal drones highly effective for tracking footprints in snow and monitoring tactical locations. Proper battery management is key to maintaining thermal imaging effectiveness in sub-zero conditions.
This video features a problematic situation with an abundance of ground squirrels, addressed using a BRK Sonoran .30 caliber rifle equipped with a SUB MOA barrel. The content includes pesting footage with shooting, showcasing the effectiveness of the rifle and optics. The description highlights various affiliate links for recommended gear, including scope mounts, shooting bags, laser ammo practice systems, DNT optics, Echo Gong Targets, Tacticon red dots and chest rigs, and KTactical battle belts. It also mentions opportunities for product testing and purchasing channel merchandise.
This "American Rifleman Television" review focuses on the Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Magnum semi-automatic pistol. The video highlights its recent launch, its place in the M&P pistol lineup alongside the M&P 5.7, and its chambering in the economical .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire (WMR). Key specifications like its gas-operated action, stainless steel slide and barrel, 30-round magazine capacity, optic-ready sights, and hammer-fired single-action trigger are detailed. The review suggests the platform is suitable for plinking and varmint control, emphasizing its fun-shooting nature and light recoil.
This video reviews ten new .22 LR ammunition loads for 2025, moving beyond bulk plinking to specialized rounds. It covers high-velocity options like CCI Clean-22 Hyper Velocity, specialized hunting loads such as Aguila Super Extra Hollow Point, and suppressed-focused rounds like CCI Suppressor Max and Norma Tac-22 Subsonic. The expert analysis highlights innovations for revolvers (Remington Performance Wheel Gun) and lever-action rifles (Federal HammerDown), alongside reliable all-purpose options like Remington Standard V.
This video features a "Rifle Roundup" focusing on the Winchester Wildcat Sporter rifle chambered in .22LR. The reviewer highlights its suitability for fun and accessible range shooting due to low ammunition costs, minimal recoil, and ease of use, making it ideal for beginners. The description praises the Wildcat Sporter's magazine system, wooden stock, Picatinny rail for optics, and iron sights (peep sight and fiber optic front sight). It's presented as a well-equipped rimfire rifle for recreational shooting, varmint control, and other potential uses.
This video review focuses on a new high-value thermal imaging camera from Teslong. The description highlights that affiliate links will be used for purchasing, and most items are sent to the channel for review. While the specific firearm applications of the thermal camera aren't detailed, its relevance to firearm enthusiasts lies in its potential use for hunting, varmint control, or even nighttime observation related to firearms ownership and use.
This video demonstrates the power of a 25 caliber AEA Varmint air rifle, testing its performance against an apple in slow motion. The demonstration uses H&N slugs and showcases the significant impact energy, measured at 78 foot-pounds. The slow-motion footage highlights the projectile's interaction with the apple, providing a visual representation of the airgun's capabilities for varmint control or power testing.
This video focuses on working up a shotshell load for a 38 Special revolver using Speer Shot Capsules. The intended application is short-range pest and varmint control, specifically for snakes and rodents. The creator also shares links to their Patreon, Twitch, SubscribeStar, and PayPal for support.
The Taurus TX22 is a new .22 LR pistol praised for its excellent 'Pittman' trigger and 16-round capacity, making it a strong contender for plinking and training. Initial range tests revealed reliability issues like failures to extract and feed, potentially linked to magazine design or ammunition choice. However, after a break-in period, reliability improved, and accuracy at 35 and 50 yards was noted as impressive for its price point.
This expert-level analysis from Iraqveteran8888 details the terminal ballistic performance of Fort Scott Munitions' 5.56 NATO Brushhog (55gr copper) and Brasshog (62gr brass) ammunition. Through rigorous testing in ballistic gel, drywall, watermelons, and pine baffles, the video provides crucial insights into projectile behavior, penetration, and wound channel characteristics, offering practical recommendations for hunting and varmint control applications.
This video features CCI's Jake Edson discussing the company's Big 4 Shotshells, highlighting their suitability for varmint control. The content focuses on a specific ammunition type and its intended application. The description also directs viewers to AmericanHunter.org for more information.
This video provides an expert overview of the Mossberg MVP rifle line, highlighting its innovative bolt-action design that accepts standard AR-style magazines. Industry experts like Tom Gresham and Dave Miles discuss the evolution from varmint models to tactical and long-range variants, emphasizing the unique dual-latch system for 7.62/.308 models. Field testing by Chris Cerino demonstrates the practical applications and reliability of the MVP Patrol.
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