LRP Highlights | S3 E12 Muzzle Loader Elk Hunt in New Mexico

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 episode of Gunwerks Long Range Pursuit follows a challenging elk hunt in New Mexico. The team navigates difficult terrain and weather, employing long-range shooting techniques to pursue mature bulls. Key moments include zeroing a rifle at 200 yards, spotting and evaluating potential trophy bulls, and executing long-range shots, culminating in a successful hunt on the final day. The episode highlights the dedication and skill required for successful big game hunting in demanding environments.

This episode of Long Range Pursuit takes viewers to New Mexico, the "Land of Enchantment," where the Gunwerks crew engages in training for customers preparing for an antelope hunt. Staff from Nightforce also join the expedition, participating in the hunt and successfully tagging an antelope. The video promises more long shots, tough shots, shooting tips, DIY content, and ballistics information for viewers.

This video showcases a long-range pronghorn hunt at the Whittington Center in New Mexico, hosted by Team Gunwerks. It is part of their Long Range University series, emphasizing extended-distance shooting engagements with antelope. The episode highlights the practical application of long-range rifle skills in a hunting scenario, promoted by Gunwerks for potential participants to experience similar hunts.

This video documents a multi-day elk hunt, highlighting the challenges of hot weather, vehicle trouble, and changing conditions. The hunters employ glassing techniques to locate elk herds and individual bulls, emphasizing persistence and patience. The successful harvest of a large bull elk underscores the importance of these attributes in late-season hunting.

This video details the critical importance of understanding muzzleloader bullet performance and determining ethical shooting ranges. Instructor Mike Davidson emphasizes that just because a muzzleloader can hit a target at extreme distances (like 850 yards) doesn't mean the bullet will perform effectively or ethically. He explains how to use manufacturer data and ballistics calculators to find a bullet's optimal velocity window for expansion, thereby establishing a practical maximum range for humane kills. The guide highlights a specific 325-grain muzzleloader bullet with an aluminum tip, noting its effective expansion down to 1300-1400 ft/s, which translates to a practical range limit of around 550 yards under certain conditions.

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.