American Rifleman Television - National Defense Match

Ninth Circuit Judge Lawrence Van Dyke discusses his involvement in competitive shooting disciplines like IDPA, USPSA, and Tactical Games. He emphasizes the importance of hands-on firearm experience for judges, the social aspect of shooting sports, and how competitive shooting improves practical self-defense skills by simulating stress and dynamic scenarios. Van Dyke also shares his personal firearm collection, including a Sig P320, a 2011, and a Desert Eagle, highlighting their roles in competition and personal interest.

This video compares the ballistic performance of M855 62gr FMJ and a 60gr Nosler Partition handload fired from AR-15 platforms with 10.5-inch and 16-inch barrels into Clear Ballistics gel. The instructor notes significant differences in wound channel and penetration based on barrel length and ammunition type, particularly highlighting the tumbling effect of M855 from the shorter barrel and the expansion characteristics of the Nosler Partition.

This video from Forgotten Weapons, featuring Ian McCollum, demonstrates advanced competition shooting tactics. It highlights strategies for engaging targets behind cover, the importance of movement, and analyzing performance outcomes. McCollum, an expert in firearms, shares insights on dealing with unintended target presentations and the critical role of proper sight zero for accuracy, even on an accurate rifle.

This video details a lot-to-lot consistency test of Fiocchi 55gr M193 ammunition. The instructor found significant variations in accuracy and velocity between different lots, impacting performance. Testing was conducted at 100 yards using two different AR-15 barrels, a 20-inch Bear Creek Arsenal HBAR and a 14.5-inch Hodge barrel, with data collected via a Garmin chronograph and Mantis X10.

This video offers a practical tip on maintaining range cleanliness, emphasizing respect for shared spaces. It also provides a brief overview of high-end components on a custom AR-15, including an EOTech sight, Radian Raptor charging handle, and BCM furniture. The speaker, an experienced enthusiast, demonstrates safe firearm handling and knowledge of tactical gear.

This video compares the terminal ballistics of 5.56x45mm NATO (M855 Green Tip) and 7.62x39mm (Tula) ammunition using gel block testing. The 5.56mm round demonstrated significant expansion and fragmentation, causing substantial damage to the test setup. The 7.62x39mm round, while also expanding, showed greater penetration, passing through the gel block and the table. The test highlights the different performance characteristics of these popular calibers in terms of tissue damage and penetration.

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.