Long Range Pursuit | S3 E19 Best of Season

This episode features Jim Banano's extensive big game hunting journey, focusing on his pursuit of the North American Grand Slam of Sheep. He shares detailed accounts of his hunts for Stone Sheep in British Columbia, Desert Bighorn Sheep in Mexico, and Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep in Alberta, highlighting the challenges, successes, and lessons learned. The discussion also touches upon long-range shooting techniques, rifle confidence, and the mental fortitude required for demanding hunts.

This guide synthesizes expert recommendations from the Backfire channel's panel of hunting professionals for selecting the best cartridges for various big game animals. It covers specific recommendations for Elk, Whitetail, Mule Deer, Bears, Hogs, Caribou, Antelope, African Plains Game, Grizzly, Moose, and Bison, emphasizing factors like animal size, range, and desired terminal performance. The discussion highlights the importance of accuracy and provides versatile options for different hunting scenarios, including a 'one-gun' choice.

This video documents a muzzleloader elk hunt in New Mexico, highlighting the challenges and strategies involved in long-range hunting. The hunters emphasize the importance of scouting, glassing, and understanding ballistics for successful shots. They also discuss managing recoil and the benefits of muzzleloader tags for increased opportunity. The hunt culminates in a successful harvest of a mature bull elk.

This video documents a desert bighorn sheep hunt in Sonora, Mexico, focusing on the challenges of long-range shooting in windy conditions. The hunters discuss shot placement and windage adjustments, ultimately taking a shot at approximately 600 yards after closing the distance. The hunt highlights the importance of patience and precise shooting in challenging environments.

This video documents a successful desert bighorn sheep hunt in Sonora, Mexico, by Mike and Aaron Davidson with Team Darkhorn. The hunt culminates in a long-range shot taken by Mike, highlighting the effectiveness of their equipment and marksmanship in challenging terrain. The participants express gratitude for the opportunity and the quality of the ranch.

This episode of Long Range Pursuit follows Aaron and Garrett on an Axis deer hunt in Hawaii, showcasing long-range shooting techniques and challenges presented by wind. The video also features a detailed look at Gunwerks' custom rifle building process, highlighting their budget-friendly models that incorporate high-quality components like Shilen barrels and McMillan stocks. The latter half transitions to a pronghorn hunt in Wyoming, further emphasizing long-range accuracy and successful shot placement.

This guide details the advanced technique for executing a long-range elk hunt, as demonstrated by a 12-year-old hunter under expert supervision. It emphasizes precise range estimation, scope adjustment using ballistic turrets, and marksmanship fundamentals for a successful shot at extreme distances (1376 yards). The process highlights the importance of preparation, practice, and specialized equipment for challenging hunting scenarios.

This expert guide from Gunwerks demonstrates the significant impact of the Coriolis effect on long-range bullet trajectory. Jeremy Winters, a Gunwerks Product Specialist, explains how Earth's rotation can shift Point of Impact (POI) by over 1 MOA at 1000 yards when shooting East or West. The video provides a live-fire demonstration and recommends shooting North or South to collect accurate ballistic data, minimizing Coriolis-induced errors.

This guide details the process of transforming a factory Remington Model 700 Sendero into a more capable long-range rifle, as demonstrated by Mike Davidson from Gunwerks. Key steps include a trigger upgrade to a 2-pound pull and a precision bedding job using Devcon Aluminum Putty to ensure action stability. The process emphasizes proper disassembly, careful application of bedding materials, and correct reassembly with specific torque values for action screws.

This video demonstrates a professional long-range coyote hunt in Montana, showcasing the effective use of a Gunwerks rifle. Dustin Butler, a representative for Gunwerks, highlights the 'range, dial, and kill' method for successful predator engagement at various distances, from close encounters to over 500 yards. The guide emphasizes proficiency with long-range optics and equipment for accurate shots in challenging terrain.