Anti-Engage with Antifa; 5000 yard shot; Hunting with Spouses: Gun Talk Radio| 10.29.17 A

Published on October 30, 2017
Duration: 44:24

This episode of Gun Talk Radio features a discussion on extreme long-range shooting, specifically a 5,000-yard shot. Expert Brad Stair details the rifle and ammunition developed for this feat, including the .408 Tejas cartridge and specialized bullet design. The conversation highlights the evolution of precision shooting, the importance of advanced ballistics, and the collaborative efforts required for such extreme accuracy.

Quick Summary

The 5,000-yard shot was achieved using a custom rifle chambered in the .408 Tejas cartridge, an enhanced version of the .408 CheyTac. Developed by Brad Stair, this setup features specialized bullet designs for aerodynamic stability at extreme distances, enabling unprecedented precision. The success was also dependent on ideal environmental conditions and the shooter's expertise.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Crimson Trace
  2. 00:26Gun Talk Radio Intro
  3. 01:01Politics & Guns
  4. 01:12Hunting Season & Idaho Hunt
  5. 01:40Gun Ban Industry & Media Bias
  6. 02:53Giveaway & Gun Dealio App
  7. 03:49New Radio Stations
  8. 04:32Range & Hunting Reports
  9. 05:07SureFire Flashlights
  10. 05:37CrossBreed Holsters
  11. 06:09Springfield Armory Pistols
  12. 06:42Concealed Carry Training DVDs
  13. 07:10Vanishing Paradise - Wetlands Conservation
  14. 07:48Mossberg 590 Shockwave
  15. 08:27Fugitive Apprehended by Armed Homeowner
  16. 09:33Combat Shooting & Tactics Range Report
  17. 13:23Extreme Long Range Shooting Preview
  18. 13:42Anti-Engage with Antifa Discussion
  19. 19:05Media Bias & Liberal Leftist Guy
  20. 22:10Extreme Long Range Shooting Segment Intro
  21. 22:59History of Accuracy in Firearms
  22. 23:385000 Yard Shot Discussion Begins
  23. 23:53Interview with Brad Stair
  24. 24:47Rifle and Ammunition Details
  25. 25:23408 Tejas Cartridge Explained
  26. 26:01The 5000 Yard Shot Group
  27. 26:46Partnership with Charlie Mike Precision
  28. 27:02Charlie Milton of Charlie Mike Precision
  29. 27:14Evolution of Firearms & Ammunition
  30. 29:41Performance Guns & Contact Info
  31. 30:36Amazing Accomplishment Recap
  32. 30:50DoubleTap Ammunition & Colt Ammunition
  33. 31:11Liberty Safe Handgun Vaults
  34. 31:38Ruger LCP 2 Review
  35. 32:08Ducks Unlimited - Wetland Conservation
  36. 32:43Dewey's Guns.com - Used Firearms
  37. 33:10Crimson Trace Laser Guard Pro
  38. 33:41Colt National Match Ammunition
  39. 34:11Hunting with Spouses - Mike's Story
  40. 37:1217 Rimfire Mach 2 Ammunition Discussion
  41. 39:06Deer Hunt & Unexpected Discovery
  42. 40:03Mule Deer Hunt in Frank Church Wilderness
  43. 42:23The Shot and Venison
  44. 43:07Building Memories Through Hunting
  45. 44:14The True Purpose of Hunting

Frequently Asked Questions

What cartridge was used for the 5000-yard shot?

The 5,000-yard shot was made using the .408 Tejas cartridge, an improved version of the .408 CheyTac developed by Brad Stair. This cartridge offers enhanced powder capacity and performance for extreme long-range accuracy.

How was the rifle modified for the 5000-yard shot?

The rifle used was a modified .338 Lapua, which was rebarreled and had its bolt face opened to accommodate the .408 Tejas cartridge. This modification allowed for the specialized ammunition to be fired effectively at extreme distances.

What factors contributed to the success of the 5000-yard shot?

The success of the 5,000-yard shot was attributed to a combination of factors: an exceptionally accurate rifle and ammunition, a highly skilled shooter, and near-perfect environmental conditions including low wind, overcast skies, and no mirage.

What is the significance of the bullet design for extreme long-range shooting?

For extreme long-range shooting, bullet design focuses on aerodynamic stability and maintaining flight. The bullets are designed with a forward weight distribution, similar to an airplane wing, to ensure they fly perfectly even at extreme distances.

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