6.5 Grendel - 120gr Speer Gold Dot - 2020 Deer Load pt. 1

This video details the load development process for a 6.5 Grendel deer hunting round, focusing on the 120gr Speer Gold Dot bullet. The instructor tests AR Comp and Vihtavuori N540 powders, meticulously recording velocities, pressure signs, and group sizes at 100 yards. The final selected load of 27.6 grains of AR Comp demonstrates excellent accuracy and velocity, making it suitable for hunting.

This video provides an expert-level, data-driven comparison of the 6.5 Grendel and 7.62x39 cartridges at 100 yards. Using a LabRadar, the host demonstrates the superior velocity and energy retention of the 6.5 Grendel with 123gr SST ammunition, highlighting its advantage for ethical hunting beyond 100 yards compared to the 7.62x39. The analysis is presented with high expertise in practical ballistics testing.

This episode of Gun Talk Nation features Ryan Gresham in conversation with Kinion Bankston, a Louisiana outdoorsman and viral cooking personality. The discussion delves into Kinion's journey from humble beginnings to social media success, his passion for hunting culture, and family values. He shares his preferred hunting cartridges, including the 6.5 Grendel, 35 Whelen, and .30-06, and touches on the broader context of these calibers in hunting and shooting discussions.

This episode of Gun Talk Nation features Kenyon Bankston of Southern Boys Outdoors discussing various firearms, particularly the 6.5 Grendel, and its effectiveness for hunting. The conversation delves into personal firearm histories, the nuances of different calibers like the .30-06 and 6.5 Creedmoor, and the popularity of cartridges like the .35 Whelen in Louisiana. Bankston also shares insights into Louisiana's unique culture, including its cuisine like jambalaya, and emphasizes the importance of shot placement and understanding firearm limitations for successful hunting.

This video discusses how to determine the appropriate rifle round size based on the intended task, using deer hunting as a primary example. The speaker emphasizes that 'too much gun' is a real consideration, leading to meat loss and ineffective energy transfer. He recommends calibers like 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm, 6.5 Grendel, and 308 Winchester for common hunting scenarios within 100-200 yards, prioritizing manageable recoil and good blood trails over excessive power.

This video provides an expert-level comparison of various rifle cartridges, evaluating their performance against the .308 Winchester for different applications like hunting and competition. The analysis, presented with detailed ballistic data and market insights, highlights cartridges such as the 7mm PRC, .300 Win Mag, 6.5 Creedmoor, and 6.5 PRC as superior alternatives in specific scenarios, while also discussing the merits of classic rounds like the .270 Winchester and .30-06 Springfield.

This guide details a successful method for removing a stuck cartridge case from a firearm barrel using hydraulic pressure generated by a high-pressure grease gun. The technique, demonstrated by Johnny's Reloading Bench, involves a custom adapter and motor oil to hydraulically force the case out. The video highlights the importance of proper tools and high pressure, showcasing a successful extraction that saved a valuable Krieger barrel.

Instruction from a firearms enthusiast and reloader on preparing and sizing 300 Winchester Magnum brass. The video details the challenges of reloading for this caliber, including the long throat of the Thompson Center Compass rifle and the importance of proper neck tension and shoulder bumping. It covers selecting collets, setting up sizing dies, using specialized tools for case maintenance, and determining optimal seating depths for accuracy.

This video provides an in-depth review and performance test of the Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6-24x50 rifle scope, presented by Johnny, an experienced gear reviewer. The review covers technical specifications, a practical tracking test (box test) at 100 yards, and optical quality comparisons with other Vortex models. Johnny highlights the scope's First Focal Plane (FFP) reticle and its value proposition for its price point, while also noting limitations in optical clarity compared to higher-end models.

This video provides a comprehensive guide to reloading .22-250 Remington ammunition, focusing on a Remington Model 788 with a Douglas barrel. It details component selection (brass, bullets, primers, powders), case preparation, powder charging, bullet seating, and initial range testing. The instructor emphasizes accuracy and velocity, aiming to develop loads suitable for varmint and deer hunting, while also highlighting potential challenges with certain components and the firearm's specific characteristics.