SHOT Show 2017: Winchester Expedition Long Range Ammunition

This video details the specialized gear assembled for a successful hunting trip in Africa, focusing on rifle builds, ammunition, and essential accessories. The presenter, an experienced shooter, highlights custom rifle components, high-performance optics, and reliable ammunition, emphasizing their effectiveness in challenging hunting conditions. Key takeaways include the importance of a well-balanced rifle system, appropriate ammunition selection for game, and the utility of advanced ballistic tools for long-range engagements.

This video analyzes the top 10 rifle cartridges currently favored by hunters, based on ammunition sales, search volume, and new rifle chamberings. It provides a data-driven comparison of popular calibers like the 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, and 7 PRC, highlighting their ballistic performance, recoil, and suitability for various game and hunting scenarios. The analysis emphasizes practical application and market trends, offering insights for hunters selecting their next rifle cartridge.

This video presents a comparison of popular hunting cartridges based on viewer surveys and instructor preferences. It highlights classic cartridges like the 270 Winchester and 30-06 Springfield, while also discussing modern options and their ballistic performance. The instructor emphasizes the importance of cartridge selection for specific hunting scenarios and animal types, noting that older, proven designs often remain favored over newer, less established cartridges.

This discussion with Seth Swerzik of Hornady delves into selecting the right cartridges and bullet construction for both NRL Hunter competitions and various hunting scenarios. Key takeaways include the versatility of the 6.5 Creedmoor for dual-purpose use, the importance of bullet construction for terminal performance on larger game, and the foundational role of shot placement. The conversation also emphasizes practical hunting advice, advocating for proficiency with essential gear like sandbags and tripods over an overabundance of equipment.

This video demonstrates a ballistic gel test designed to evaluate the effectiveness of different rifle cartridges and bullet types in hunting scenarios. By simulating obstructions like 'punch' and 'bone' and measuring penetration and wound channel characteristics, the experiment aims to prove that cartridge choice significantly impacts terminal ballistics, contradicting the notion that 'caliber doesn't matter'. The findings highlight differences in performance between calibers like the .243 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor, .270 Winchester, 7 PRC, and .300 Win Mag.

The video discusses the continued relevance of the 30-06 Springfield cartridge for hunting. While acknowledging newer cartridges, the speaker asserts that 30-06 remains highly effective for most North American big game, including moose and grizzly bears, with appropriate bullet selection. The discussion highlights that while newer rounds may offer marginal ballistic advantages, the 30-06's versatility and proven performance make it a 'king' in many hunting scenarios.

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.