Ruger American .450 Bushmaster Revisited

This guide details the setup of a Ruger American rifle for deer hunting, featuring a .350 Legend caliber, a Witt Machine Naughty 9 suppressor, and a fixed 3x Nikon optic. The setup is presented by an experienced hunter and firearms content creator, emphasizing practical application and effective range considerations for hunting in dense environments like Ohio.

Tanner Denton shares his first deer hunting experience, testing three distinct calibers: .300 Blackout from a Sig Rattler, 5.56 NATO from a Ruger American Ranch, and .308 Winchester from a Ruger American. He details his hunting setup, tactical adjustments for wind and concealment, and successful harvest strategies for each firearm, emphasizing proper shot placement for effective takedowns. Denton concludes with a comparison of the calibers based on his property's typical engagement distances.

This video demonstrates the effectiveness of the 450 Bushmaster cartridge for long-range rock chuck hunting, achieving hits at distances up to 460 yards. The presenters emphasize the importance of accurate ballistic data, utilizing tools like a chronograph and Garmin device to ensure precise aiming. The 450 Bushmaster is presented as a viable option for extending effective range for hunting applications, including Midwest deer hunting.

This guide, drawing on expert insights from the Backfire channel, details optimal cartridge and caliber selections for deer hunting across various ranges and shooter preferences. It emphasizes understanding energy requirements, trajectory, wind resistance, and recoil management, presenting specific recommendations like the 6.5 PRC for its balance and the 7 PRC for long-range performance. The advice caters to different hunting scenarios, from close-quarters to extended distances, and considers shooter comfort with lighter recoiling options.

This video from Backfire, featuring Jim, delves into 'shootability' by analyzing cartridge recoil. It introduces a 'Smart Recoil' algorithm that adjusts for realistic rifle weights, moving beyond standard recoil data. The expert emphasizes that suppressors are the ultimate upgrade for managing recoil and enhancing the shooting experience, even on more budget-friendly rifle platforms like the Ruger American.

This video reviews the Ruger American .450 Bushmaster rifle, highlighting its suitability for deer hunting in Ohio where bottleneck cartridges are restricted. The presenter praises its affordability (under $700 with a Leupold scope), attractive Go-Wild camo and bronze Cerakote finish, and effectiveness for whitetail deer and hogs. Comparisons are made to 12-gauge shotguns, emphasizing improved distance, flatter trajectory, and MOA. The review notes that the rifle shoots slightly high at 100 yards, which is expected for the caliber and can be adjusted for extended range.

This video provides an expert-level overview of a heavily customized AR-15, nicknamed the 'Zombie Destroyer', built for a thematic zombie apocalypse scenario. The build features an extensive accessory loadout including multiple optics, lasers, and flashlights, along with a high magazine capacity. The demonstration includes rapid fire, engagement of Tannerite targets, and unique shooting techniques, showcasing the rifle's capabilities and the instructor's proficiency.

This video details an extreme AR-15 meltdown test, pushing a custom build to its limits. Expert instructor Eric demonstrates the process, highlighting component durability and failure points under sustained fire. The test concludes with a catastrophic barrel failure after 830 rounds, providing valuable insights into the platform's resilience.

This guide details the process of conducting an extreme durability test on an AK-47 variant, specifically the Definitive Arms VEPR, as demonstrated by Iraqveteran8888. The test involves sustained full-auto fire to induce critical heat failure, followed by inspection of components like the barrel and gas block. The expert assessment highlights the rifle's resilience, lasting 895 rounds before failure, and compares its performance to other platforms.

This guide details a 700-round rapid-fire stress test on a Yugo M92 PAP AK-47 variant, demonstrating the platform's legendary durability under extreme heat. Performed by Eric from Iraqveteran8888, the test highlights safe handling of overheated firearms and concludes with a tribute to Mikhail Kalashnikov's engineering legacy. The firearm successfully completed the test despite significant heat buildup.