Factory to Table: Part - 7

Published on January 19, 2020
Duration: 13:16

In Part 7 of the Factory to Table series, Ivan from Kit Badger details his experiences with the Minifix rifle, focusing on its practical application for hunting. He discusses its compact design, comfortable handling during various adventures, and presents detailed accuracy testing results with multiple ammunition types. The video highlights the rifle's suitability for hunting scenarios at moderate ranges, emphasizing its fun shooting characteristics and impressive bolt throw.

Quick Summary

The Minifix rifle is designed as a practical, lightweight, and compact hunting gun, not for PRS competitions. Its accuracy testing at 100 yards showed groups as small as 0.98 MOA with subsonic ammunition and 1.09 MOA with supersonic rounds, making it suitable for hunting at moderate ranges.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction to Factory to Table Part 7
  2. 00:17Experiencing the Minifix Rifle
  3. 01:16Adventures with the Minifix
  4. 01:45Practical Carrying and Transport
  5. 02:11Folding Stock/Brace Functionality
  6. 02:31Shooting Experience and Trigger Quality
  7. 02:54Accuracy Testing Setup
  8. 03:51Supersonic Ammunition Accuracy Results
  9. 05:20Subsonic Ammunition Accuracy Results
  10. 07:27Accuracy Thoughts and Hunting Suitability
  11. 08:24Extended Range Shooting
  12. 09:39Supersonic Long Range Performance
  13. 10:44Rifle Specifications and Conclusion
  14. 11:41Next Steps: Hunting Game
  15. 11:54Support Kit Badger Content

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary design purpose of the Minifix rifle?

The Minifix rifle is primarily designed as a practical, lightweight, and compact hunting gun. It is not intended for Precision Rifle Series (PRS) competitions, focusing instead on field utility and portability for outdoor pursuits.

How does the Minifix rifle perform in terms of accuracy with different ammunition types?

Accuracy testing at 100 yards showed varied results. Best groups included 0.98 MOA with Minuteman Munitions 200gr TMJ (subsonic) and 1.09 MOA with Gorilla Ammunition 125gr Sierra Match King (supersonic).

What are the practical advantages of the Minifix rifle for carrying and transport?

The Minifix is easy to carry, often slung crossbody, and stays out of the way. Its folding stock/brace protects the charging handle, and it can be made more compact by unscrewing components to fit into a pack.

What is the effective range demonstrated by the Minifix rifle?

The rifle consistently hit steel targets at around 400 yards with supersonic ammunition. It also achieved hits out to 500 yards with subsonic rounds, though wind became a significant factor at that distance.

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