EP 124: Guest - Thomas Haugland THLR.NO And Hunting Proficiency

This episode features Timothy Osborn, a Gunwerks customer, sharing his personal journey into the world of long-range hunting. Derec Davidson from Gunwerks sits down with Osborn to discuss his experiences and insights into this specialized field of shooting and hunting. The video aims to highlight customer stories and likely touches upon the equipment and techniques involved in long-range hunting.

The .308 Winchester remains a highly viable hunting cartridge despite modern alternatives. Ballistic gel tests at 500 yards showed 20 inches of penetration with reliable expansion. While it exhibits more drop and wind drift than cartridges like 7 PRC, its widespread availability, affordability, and inherent accuracy make it a top choice for hunters, ranking second in popularity.

This video features Rughi and Recoil Iain discussing the effects of match-grade rifle ammunition on African plains game, aiming to debunk common myths. The description also promotes the channel's exclusive perks, training calendar, rifle ruck events, and discounted training classes. Viewers are encouraged to support the channel via their "Shooters Club" and utilize affiliate links for various products, with specific discount codes provided for Weapon Works Custom Cerakote, Eberlestock, Arcane Concerted, and Two Vets Sporting Goods. Social media links for Instagram, Twitter/X, Pinterest, Twitch, and Facebook are also included.

This video, "Venator | A Reserve™ Film," follows Aaron and Derec Davidson on a hunt for world-class stags at Venator's private Oklahoma estate. The description highlights the challenging conditions of the hunt, including rain-soaked ground, tight timber, and fast shots, indicating a demanding and exciting hunting experience. It also promotes the Gunwerks YouTube channel for more content on long shots, tough shots, shooting tips, DIY, and ballistics, and provides a link to Gunwerks' website.

This video features Gunwerks Founder Aaron Davidson discussing the development of "The Reserve" hunting program with Derec Davidson, highlighting its opportunities. They also conduct a Q&A session focused on hunting preparation, drawing from Aaron's recent podcast insights. The video aims to provide valuable information for hunters and potentially firearms enthusiasts interested in high-end hunting experiences and preparation.

This YouTube video from Line45 explores forgotten hunting calibers that are claimed to be more accurate than modern popular rounds. The host, Ted, introduces a list of these historical calibers, suggesting they can outperform many contemporary options. The video aims to highlight lesser-known but highly effective ammunition for hunting purposes. The description encourages viewer engagement through likes and subscriptions to reach 500,000 subscribers.

This video showcases a remarkable 1376-yard elk hunt by a 12-year-old using a Gunwerks rifle chambered in 7mm Rem Mag. It highlights the critical importance of precise range estimation, scope adjustments (32.5 MOA), and marksmanship for extreme long-range success. The hunt involved significant preparation, including hiking and dry-fire practice, culminating in a successful two-shot engagement on a bull elk.

This video demonstrates the significant impact of the Coriolis effect on long-range bullet drop, particularly at 1000 yards. Experiments show directional POI shifts of up to 11 inches (over 1 MOA) when shooting East vs. West due to Earth's rotation. The data suggests collecting ballistic data North or South to mitigate this vertical error.

This video details the initial steps in transforming a factory Remington 700 Sendero into a long-range precision rifle. Key modifications include upgrading the trigger to a crisp 2-pound pull and performing a crucial bedding job on the recoil lug for enhanced shot-to-shot consistency. The process emphasizes meticulous preparation and precise application of bedding compounds and torque settings for optimal performance.

This video showcases a successful long-range coyote hunt in Montana using a Gunwerks rifle. Dustin Butler demonstrates effective predator calling and engagement techniques, highlighting the rifle's performance across various distances, from close-range shots to over 500 yards. The 'range, dial, and kill' workflow is emphasized for efficient long-range hunting.