Long Range Pursuit | S4 E9 Girls Who Shoot Bears

Published on March 12, 2018
Duration: 21:46

This episode follows a black bear hunt in Wyoming, showcasing the challenges and successes of pursuing bears. It highlights the use of specific firearms and ammunition for bear hunting, including a Gunwerks rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor with 105-grain A-Max ammunition. The video also details Gunwerks' rifle services, such as scope mounting, trigger installation, and custom turret creation based on ballistic data collected up to 1000 yards. The hunt culminates in the successful harvesting of two large bears, emphasizing the importance of patience, strategy, and the right equipment.

Quick Summary

The Wyoming black bear hunt featured a Gunwerks rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor with 105-grain A-Max ammunition, lauded as effective bear medicine with minimal recoil. Gunwerks offers rifle services like scope mounting and custom turret creation, requiring rifles to shoot 1-inch groups at 100 yards for qualification.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Bear Hunting
  2. 00:54Anniversary Bear Hunt Surprise
  3. 01:33Bear on Private Property
  4. 02:41First Bear Encounter
  5. 03:53Second Day Hunting Conditions
  6. 04:39Calling in Reinforcements for Baiting
  7. 07:09First Bear Harvest
  8. 08:24Rifle and Ammunition Details
  9. 09:56Gunwerks Rifle Services Explained
  10. 11:06Scope Mounting and Torquing
  11. 11:21Range Testing and Ballistic Data
  12. 12:09Custom Turret Building
  13. 13:44New Location, New Bear Hunt
  14. 15:02Spotting Two Bears
  15. 17:52Second Bear Harvest
  16. 19:08Hunt Recap and Successes
  17. 20:05Examining the Second Bear
  18. 20:32Tag Transfer and Conclusion
  19. 20:52Sponsors and Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle and ammunition were used for the Wyoming black bear hunt?

The hunters utilized a Gunwerks rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, loaded with 105-grain A-Max ammunition. This combination was described as 'no better bear medicine' and praised for its effectiveness and low recoil, making it suitable for female hunters.

What rifle services does Gunwerks offer?

Gunwerks provides services such as mounting scopes, installing triggers, and creating custom turrets. They also perform extensive range testing up to 1000 yards to collect ballistic data for rifle optimization.

What is required for a rifle to qualify for Gunwerks' long-range services?

A rifle must be capable of shooting a 1-inch group or better at 100 yards to qualify for Gunwerks' specialized long-range services. This ensures a baseline level of accuracy before further customization.

What were the key factors in the successful bear hunts shown?

The successful hunts involved strategic spotting, assessing land ownership, utilizing baiting techniques, and patient waiting. The successful shots were relatively close, at 100 and 150 yards, contributing to the ease of the harvest.

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