History of the lever action rifle 

This video explains why ammunition feels scarce and expensive despite full shelves in 2026. The primary reasons cited are persistent high raw material costs (copper, brass, propellant), strong military demand diverting production capacity, and reduced competitive pressure from cheaper imported ammunition due to trade controls and shipping costs. New technologies like polymer casings have not yet translated to widespread affordability for consumers.

This video analyzes why a future ammunition shortage could be significantly worse than the last one, citing five key variables. These include more fragile global supply chains for raw materials, consolidation of major ammunition manufacturers under a few companies, faster and more prevalent panic buying due to recent memory, rising costs of materials and labor impacting production flexibility, and the critical factor of government and military contracts taking priority during potential conflicts. The speaker, from God, Family, and Guns, emphasizes that these combined factors could lead to an unprecedented shortage.

This video from God Family and Guns outlines 10 potential signs that an ammunition shortage is imminent, drawing on past events like the 2020 shortage and the 2010-2011 .22LR scarcity. The speaker, demonstrating experienced authority, details indicators such as political tensions, spikes in new gun owners, rapid price increases, and global conflicts impacting military priority for production at facilities like Lake City. Currently, some signs are present, but not all, suggesting a potential shortage is not yet fully developed.

This video from God Family and Guns explains why the next ammunition shortage is predicted to be significantly worse than the 2020 event. The speaker, identified as experienced and authoritative, outlines five key factors contributing to this prediction: more fragile global supply chains for raw materials, consolidation of major US ammo manufacturers under fewer entities, the likelihood of faster panic buying due to recent memory of scarcity, increased production costs hindering rapid expansion, and the prioritization of government and military contracts. The video emphasizes that these combined elements create a more severe outlook for civilian ammo availability.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of the current ammunition market, explaining why prices continue to rise. It details the consolidation of major brands under CSG, the impact of rising raw material costs (copper, lead), and the critical bottleneck of primer production. The video also covers how military contracts affect civilian supply and the sustained high demand from new gun owners, concluding that pre-2020 price levels are unlikely to return due to increased manufacturing costs.

Clint Morgan argues that lever-action rifles remain relevant and practical, not just nostalgic. He highlights their historical significance in shaping the US and their continued utility for quick firing in close quarters, especially for those working land or operating in restrictive states. While acknowledging potential field stripping complexities, he emphasizes their reliability and aesthetic appeal.

This video humorously contrasts modern tactical firearm setups with traditional approaches, showcasing high-end gear like the Q Honey Badger, Orthos Raider S4, FightLite MCR, and Q The Fix. The speaker, demonstrating high expertise in tactical accessories, highlights specific components such as EOTech optics, Steiner DBAL lasers, and Nightforce scopes, while satirizing the 'Fudd' stereotype. The content emphasizes the variety of specialized firearms and accessories available for different tactical needs.

This guide details the setup and range use of a customized Marlin lever-action rifle. It covers the installation of Ranger Point Precision furniture, a Trijicon SRO optic, and a JK Armament suppressor. The session emphasizes loading Hornady LEVERevolution .45-70 Government ammunition and practicing rapid fire on steel targets, showcasing the rifle's performance with expert handling.

This video showcases an extreme reliability test of a modified WASR AK, featuring Midwest Industries Alpha Series furniture and a Hiperfire trigger, with an EOTECH optic. The firearm undergoes rigorous contamination tests, including pouring a carbonated beverage into the action and submerging it in water before firing. The demonstration highlights the durability and functionality of the AK platform and its aftermarket components under adverse conditions, as assessed by an experienced firearms instructor.

This video showcases advanced clay pigeon shooting techniques across a variety of firearms, from handguns like the Sig Sauer P365 to lever-action rifles such as the Henry Big Boy X Model chambered in .45-70 Government, and even black powder muskets. The instructor, demonstrating high-level firearms influence and marksmanship, emphasizes accuracy, speed, and handling across diverse platforms, including a quick draw challenge. The content highlights proficiency with different firearm types and calibers on moving targets.