New For 2025: Federal Freight Train Copper Tipped Sabot Slugs

This video compares 12, 20, and 410 gauge shotguns for turkey hunting, focusing on patterning, penetration in gel blocks, recoil, and cost per round using Federal TSS ammunition. The tests reveal that while all gauges can be effective at close range, the 12 gauge offers the most energy and penetration, the 20 gauge provides a balance of performance and reduced recoil, and the 410 offers a challenging, intimate hunting experience with sufficient pattern density for closer shots.

This video from TGS Outdoors, featuring experienced instructor Gaz, explores the concept of 'overkill' in firearms. It emphasizes matching the right firearm and ammunition to the specific task, whether for hunting small game like rabbits or for sport shooting clay pigeons. The discussion covers various shotgun gauges (12, 20, .410) and ammunition types, highlighting that while a 12 gauge is powerful, it's not always necessary and can be detrimental if used inappropriately, particularly for smaller game where it can destroy meat. Conversely, for clay shooting, the confidence and increased hit probability offered by a 12 gauge make it a suitable choice. The core message is that effective and ethical use of a firearm involves selecting the appropriate tool for the job, ensuring a clean kill and preserving meat when hunting.

This guide covers the setup and basic operation of the Mossberg 500 Combo Field/Deer shotgun. It details the interchangeable barrels for slug and bird hunting, optic mounting options, and the classic 500 pump-action features. The Mossberg 500 is presented as a versatile, all-season shotgun package suitable for various hunting applications.

This video reviews Federal Premium's new Freight Train Copper Sabot slugs, designed for deer hunting and introduced in January 2024. The slugs feature a monometal projectile with a polymer-tipped, aerodynamic nose and a sabot sleeve for improved ballistics. They are designed for fully rifled shotgun barrels and offer enhanced penetration and expansion upon impact. The review highlights impressive velocity figures and accuracy potential, with specific loads detailed for 12 and 20 gauge.

This guide details the critical process of selecting the right turkey choke for optimal hunting performance. It emphasizes matching the choke to specific shotshell types, particularly TSS, and highlights the importance of patterning for different gauges. The advice comes from an expert perspective, recommending research and practical testing of choke and shotshell combinations.

Lead instructor Allie D'Andrea demonstrates how to pattern a shotgun for turkey hunting, emphasizing the critical interplay between the gun, choke tube, and ammunition. She details how to test different setups at varying distances to determine effective range and make ethical shot decisions in the field. The video highlights the importance of choke selection and ammunition type for optimal pattern density.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.