Which Is The Best AR15 Caliber?

This video provides a comparative look at the CVA Scout rifle in .350 Legend and .300 Blackout, focusing on their utility in states with hunting restrictions. The instructor highlights the advantages of straight-wall cartridges like the .350 Legend for deer hunting in restricted areas and the .300 Blackout for subsonic applications like hog hunting. He discusses the budget-friendly nature of the CVA Scout, its break-action mechanism, and the importance of suppressors for noise reduction and hunting ethics. Practical shooting impressions and accuracy data are shared, along with insights into the rifle's operation and potential use cases for extending hunting seasons.

Elliott Delp discusses optimal AR-15 calibers for deer hunting, emphasizing legal requirements and performance. He highlights the 6.5 Grendel as a favorite for its power and range, compares it to the 300 Blackout's limitations, and mentions the 6.8 SPC and newer 6mm ARC as viable alternatives. The video also touches on the 7.62x39mm's reliability challenges in the AR-15 platform.

Elliott Delp discusses his preferred calibers for hog hunting, emphasizing the need for stopping power due to the toughness of wild hogs. He highlights the .308 Winchester as a standard, praises the 6.5 Grendel for its balance in an AR-15 platform, and discusses the pros and cons of 7.62x39mm and .223 Remington, along with honorable mentions like 6.5 Creedmoor and 6.8 SPC.

This video details a helicopter-based coyote hunt organized by SilencerCo, Zev Technologies, Field Ethos, and Aimpoint Optics. The operation aims to support the repopulation of antelope by reducing the coyote population, which preys on them. Participants discuss firearm setups, including AR-15 platforms with suppressors and red dot sights, and emphasize the importance of proper firearm zeroing for effective aerial engagements. The hunt highlights the challenges and strategies involved in hunting from helicopters at high altitudes.

This video from 704 Tactical explores the versatility of the AR-15 platform for various hunting applications. It highlights the modularity of the AR-15, allowing for quick caliber changes via upper receiver swaps to suit different game and state regulations. The instructor discusses several popular hunting calibers compatible with the AR-15 lower receiver, including .223/5.56, 6.5 Grendel, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm, 350 Legend, 450 Bushmaster, and 50 Beowulf, detailing their respective strengths and limitations for hunting.

This video from GUNBROS focuses on the Hornady Black .224 Valkyrie ammunition, specifically the 75-grain Boat Tail Hollow Point (BTHP) variant. The speaker, demonstrating experienced authority, highlights its effectiveness for coyote hunting due to its flat and fast shooting characteristics that "tears coyotes apart." Potential applications for target shooting and deer hunting (depending on state regulations) are also discussed.

Elliott Delp, a firearms enthusiast with practical shooting experience, recommends a 16-inch barrel AR-15 as the standard, worry-free choice for most shooters due to its versatility. He highlights its advantages in muzzle velocity and long-range ballistics. For specialized home defense or CQB, he suggests considering a 10.5-inch 5.56 SBR if budget and legal compliance allow.

This guide compares the auditory intimidation factor of a pump-action shotgun versus an AR-15 charging handle for home defense scenarios. Elliott Delp, a firearms enthusiast, demonstrates the distinct sounds and discusses their potential psychological impact on an intruder. While both are noted as intimidating, the iconic sound of a shotgun pump is highlighted for its unique deterrent effect, especially in a home defense context.

This video features firearms content creator Elliott Delp discussing the psychological impact of pump-action shotguns for home defense. He demonstrates how the distinct sound of racking the shotgun can act as a significant deterrent, potentially stopping an intruder without the need for firing a shot. The focus is on the intimidation factor and the immediate recognition of danger associated with this sound.

This video reviews the Aero Precision AR15, specifically focusing on its slick side upper receiver which omits the forward assist. While this design offers weight reduction, the reviewer humorously questions Aero Precision's confidence in the rifle's reliability without this feature, suggesting it implies an assumption of no bolt-to-battery issues. The review highlights the trade-offs between minimalist design and traditional AR-15 functionality.