Quick Hit: Love And Hate Calibers | GUNS Magazine Podcast #48 | Presented by Kimber

This video explores the vast price spectrum of projectiles, starting from the economical .22 LR at 5 cents per round and escalating to the extreme cost of the AGM Hellfire missile at $5 million. It highlights how ammunition costs vary dramatically based on size, complexity, and intended use, from common firearm rounds to advanced military ordnance.

With ammunition costs rising, this expert guide from GUN NEWS highlights smart shooter strategies for maintaining proficiency without breaking the bank. The video recommends several firearm platforms known for their lower per-round costs, including .22 LR rifles like the Ruger 10/22, Pistol-Caliber Carbines (PCCs) in 9mm, modern air rifles, inline muzzleloaders, and affordable surplus military rifles. It emphasizes that choosing the right platform can significantly reduce training expenses while still allowing for high-volume practice.

This video from The VSO Gun Channel emphasizes the critical role of the suppressor host firearm in achieving optimal suppressor performance. It debunks myths about increased pressure and explains how barrel length and ammunition type interact to affect sound levels. The expert demonstrates how longer barrels can lead to supersonic ammunition even with high-velocity loads, while shorter barrels are more effective at keeping rounds subsonic, resulting in quieter suppressed shots.

Ammunition prices have significantly decreased across several popular calibers, returning to 2019 levels. This video highlights specific calibers like 9mm Luger FMJ, .223 Remington/5.56 NATO, .22 LR, .40 S&W, 7.62x39mm, .308 Winchester, 12 Gauge target loads, and 5.45x39mm, providing current pricing and availability insights from various retailers. The market stabilization is attributed to increased manufacturing output and stabilized supply chains, making it an opportune time for shooters to stock up.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a large crystal ball against various firearm calibers, from .22 LR to a .50 BMG sniper rifle. While smaller calibers cause minor damage, larger rounds like the .308 and 12 gauge slug create significant internal fracturing and shattering. The .50 BMG completely obliterates the crystal ball, but remarkably, the bullet still doesn't penetrate the mannequin behind it.

This video introduces the Bore Buddy .22 LR conversion kit, designed for AR-15 platforms equipped with Super Safety or FRT devices. It aims to reduce training costs significantly compared to 5.56/.223 ammunition. The content also promotes Bullet Scout as a resource for finding affordable ammo, highlighting a large giveaway.

This video compares buckshot and birdshot for home defense scenarios, highlighting their effectiveness and penetration characteristics. At close range, both are lethal, but birdshot offers a safer option due to reduced over-penetration risk through interior walls. The Remington 870 is featured as a suitable platform.

This video provides a detailed guide on how to field strip a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington of American Handgunner. It covers the essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly including bushing rotation and slide removal, and a reverse reassembly process. An alternative 'cheat' method is also demonstrated for quicker disassembly, along with tips on using bushing wrenches and a strong emphasis on firearm safety rules.

This video showcases a museum-quality, first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker revolver discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The firearm, manufactured in 1875, exhibits significant authentic patina and wear, including a thin muzzle from holster carry, indicating heavy historical use. Its discovery among homestead ruins highlights its deep burial and preservation.

This guide advocates for a '5-minute clean' approach to modern firearms, emphasizing that intensive cleaning is often unnecessary and can cause premature wear. It details a streamlined process focusing on essential areas like the barrel chamber and slide rails, using minimal solvent and oil. The video also warns against common mistakes like over-oiling magazines, promoting efficient maintenance for reliable function.