.45-70 Rifles ( Heavy Lead)

This video from TheYankeeMarshal compares lever-action and bolt-action rifles, focusing on caliber choices for hunting and versatility. The instructor, John Mandrick, highlights pistol calibers like .357 Magnum and .38 Special for lever actions, emphasizing their low recoil and suitability for new shooters and specific hunting regulations in states like Ohio. He also discusses .45 Colt for its dual-use potential with revolvers and .45-70 for larger threats, while recommending bolt actions with calibers like .270 Winchester for dedicated big-game hunting.

This comprehensive comparison, led by an expert from Thompson/Center Arms, details four key straight wall cartridges: .45-70 Government, .450 Bushmaster, .350 Legend, and .360 Buckhammer. It covers their design characteristics, suitability for various firearm platforms (including the Thompson/Center Encore), recoil profiles, and performance in ballistic gel tests, offering practical insights for hunters navigating state regulations and seeking optimal deer hunting ammunition.

This video reviews eight new hunting rifles for 2023, ranging from lever-action models like the Marlin 1895 SBL for bear hunting to long-range bolt-action rifles suitable for antelope and elk. It highlights key features such as barrel length, stock materials, trigger systems, and calibers for each model. The review covers both classic revivals and modern designs, offering options for various hunting scenarios and budgets.

This video demonstrates a simulated big game hunt using a Winchester Model 1866 and a Winchester Model 1886. Hickok45, an expert firearm commentator, showcases the lever action mechanics and accuracy of both rifles on various steel targets. The content highlights the historical evolution of lever-action rifles and the practical application of different calibers for hunting scenarios.

TheYankeeMarshal, an experienced firearms commentator, provides practical advice on selecting firearms for bear encounters. Drawing from personal experience in bear-heavy regions, he emphasizes understanding bear behavior and prioritizing penetration with appropriate calibers like .45-70 for rifles and .44 Magnum or .500 S&W Magnum for handguns when facing brown bears. For black bears, .357 Magnum is suggested.

This guide, presented by a GUNBROS host with high authority, details firearms and calibers unsuitable for ethical deer hunting. Key considerations include sufficient projectile energy and firearm accuracy. The video strongly advises against using small rimfire rounds, pistol caliber carbines, and birdshot, emphasizing that short-barreled firearms, even with powerful cartridges, often lack the necessary accuracy and velocity for a humane harvest.

This guide details the process of firing a Civil War-era 1855 Springfield Musket using a Minie ball, as demonstrated by expert firearms instructor Hickok45. It covers preparation, loading with a ramrod, priming with a percussion cap, and firing. The demonstration highlights safe and correct muzzle-loading techniques for historical firearms.

This guide details the unique loading process for the 1860 Henry Rifle, as demonstrated by hickok45. It covers the steps for safely inserting cartridges into the tubular magazine and highlights important considerations to prevent damage to the firearm or injury. hickok45, an expert with extensive historical knowledge, provides clear instructions for this classic firearm.

This comprehensive review of the Smith & Wesson 500 Magnum, presented by firearms expert hickok45, details the immense power and unique characteristics of this large-caliber revolver. hickok45 provides expert insights into managing its significant recoil, demonstrates its destructive capability on various targets, and compares it to other iconic handguns. The review highlights the 500 S&W Magnum's role as a potent hunting tool and a fascinating firearm for enthusiasts of extreme power.

This comprehensive review of the Mauser Kar 98K BYF 43, presented by firearms authority Hickok45, details its historical significance, operational techniques, and identification markers. The video covers loading with stripper clips, understanding German manufacturing codes like 'BYF 43', and the rifle's place in firearms history, emphasizing its robust bolt-action design.