Venator | A Gunwerks Reserve™ Film

This video details an elk hunting expedition, focusing on the 'spot and stalk' technique. Experienced guides like Bobby emphasize persistence and strategic positioning to locate and pursue large bulls. The narrative highlights the importance of optics, understanding elk behavior, and making precise shots in challenging terrain, culminating in a successful hunt and emphasizing the camaraderie and effort involved in packing out game.

This video, presented by Ted from Line45, details the shift in hunting ammunition preferences away from traditional soft points towards modern bonded and tipped loads. It highlights specific ammunition lines like Hornady Precision Hunter ELD-X, Federal Premium Terminal Ascent, Barnes Vor-TX TTSX, Nosler Trophy Grade AccuBond, Hornady American Whitetail InterLock, and Federal Fusion, explaining their advantages in terminal ballistics, expansion consistency, and penetration across various hunting scenarios and distances. The presenter emphasizes that these modern options offer greater confidence and reliability for today's hunters facing longer shots and varied game.

This video tests six different hunting bullet types fired at zero yards into a block of paper to assess penetration depth and terminal performance. The Federal Terminal Ascent and Barnes 127 LRX demonstrated the deepest penetration, while the Hornady 147 ELDM showed the least. The test highlights how different bullet constructions perform when encountering resistance, simulating passage through an animal's thick hide and tissue.

This video showcases a big game hunt utilizing a Marlin JM Model 1894 chambered in .357 Magnum. The footage highlights the rifle's performance in a hunting scenario, demonstrating its suitability for taking down larger game. Viewers can gain insights into the practical application of this lever-action rifle in the field.

TheYankeeMarshal, an experienced firearm enthusiast, compares the .45-70 and .30-30 cartridges for hunting. While defending the .30-30 as a versatile round capable of taking down large game like elk and suitable for smaller game due to its moderate power, he suggests the .45-70 might be a superior choice for hunting, implying greater effectiveness.

This video presents a community-voted bracket to determine the top elk cartridges, featuring expert analysis from Jim and Twinkie. They delve into detailed ballistics, recoil, and practical hunting applications for calibers like the 6.5 PRC, 300 Win Mag, and 280 AI, offering insights valuable for hunters selecting their next rifle cartridge. The discussion highlights the trade-offs between power, range, and shooter comfort.

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.