Past Season Glory With Remington Ammo | Gun Talk Hunt

Published on January 27, 2023
Duration: 33:08

This episode features Joel Hodgdon of Remington Ammunition discussing his fall hunting season, including a successful aoudad hunt in West Texas. He highlights the Remington Premier Long Range ammunition used in his Seekins Havoc rifle chambered in .300 Win Mag, detailing its construction and performance. The conversation also introduces the new Remington 360 Buckhammer cartridge, developed in partnership with Henry Rifles, emphasizing its suitability for lever-action firearms and straight-wall cartridge hunting regulations.

Quick Summary

The Remington 360 Buckhammer is a new straight-wall cartridge designed for lever-action rifles, offering a balance of power and shootability. Developed with Henry Rifles, it performs similarly to a .30-30 Winchester and is ideal for hunting in states with straight-wall cartridge regulations.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Aoudad Hunt & New Ammo
  2. 00:19Sponsor: Ruger Firearms
  3. 00:25Guest Introduction: Joel Hodgdon
  4. 00:47Hunting Season Recap
  5. 01:15Aoudad Hunt Story
  6. 02:00West Texas Habitat & Outfitters
  7. 04:01Gear Used: Seekins Rifle & Remington Ammo
  8. 04:34Remington Premier Long Range Ammunition
  9. 05:11Ballistics of Premier Long Range
  10. 06:09Why Premier Long Range Was Developed
  11. 07:00Trusting Your Gear & Practice
  12. 08:05Remington Ammo Production Status
  13. 08:47Aoudad Hunt Details
  14. 09:38Aoudad Hunting Tactics & Terrain
  15. 10:16Long Range Shots & Misses
  16. 11:32Importance of Range Practice
  17. 13:02Aoudad Hunting as a Desirable Hunt
  18. 14:06Outfitter Recommendations: High West
  19. 15:23Break & Ballistics Discussion
  20. 15:51Sponsor: Ruger American Rifle
  21. 16:41Remington Ammo Back in Production
  22. 17:03Ballistics & Performance at Different Ranges
  23. 19:25Shot Placement Discussion
  24. 21:16Hide Thickness Comparison: Oryx vs. Aoudad
  25. 23:38Introducing the 360 Buckhammer Cartridge
  26. 24:44New Cartridge Development Trends
  27. 25:45360 Buckhammer vs. Other Cartridges
  28. 26:29First Kill with 360 Buckhammer
  29. 27:22360 Buckhammer Testing Locations
  30. 29:09Lever Action Rifles: Henry & Marlin
  31. 30:19Origin of the 360 Buckhammer Name
  32. 31:28360 Buckhammer vs. 30-30 Winchester
  33. 32:06Conclusion & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Remington 360 Buckhammer cartridge?

The Remington 360 Buckhammer is a new straight-wall cartridge optimized for lever-action rifles. It's designed to offer a balance of power and shootability, suitable for hunting in states with straight-wall cartridge regulations, and performs similarly to a .30-30 Winchester.

What makes Remington's Premier Long Range ammunition effective?

Remington's Premier Long Range ammunition uses a Speer Impact bullet, a bonded design with a Slipstream polymer tip. This construction allows for reliable expansion at both lower velocities for long-range shots and higher velocities for closer engagements, ensuring effectiveness on various game animals.

What are the challenges of hunting aoudad in West Texas?

Hunting aoudad in West Texas often involves rugged terrain and significant elevation changes, requiring hunters to be prepared for long-range shots, frequently between 450 and 600 yards. Success depends on accurate shooting and understanding the challenging environment.

How does the 360 Buckhammer compare to other popular hunting cartridges?

The 360 Buckhammer is positioned as a more powerful option than the .350 Legend for straight-wall hunting needs and less overkill than a .45-70. It's specifically designed for lever-action rifles, offering a familiar shooting experience akin to the .30-30 Winchester.

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