204 vs 22-250 vs 223 AI: Never Would've Guessed

This review covers a Savage Model 99C Series A rifle chambered in .22-250 Remington, a rifle passed down through family. Despite significant cosmetic wear, the rifle is noted for its smooth action and positive magazine release. The .22-250 caliber is highlighted for its flat trajectory, making it suitable for varmint hunting at moderate ranges. The rifle features a tang safety and a cocked indicator, and while it was never scoped, it is tapped for one. The reviewer estimates its manufacture year to be in the 1970s or 80s.

This review of the Remington R15 in .204 Ruger highlights its potential for varmint hunting and target shooting. The expert instructor notes the rifle's light recoil and inherent accuracy, but emphasizes the significant impact of wind on the light 26-grain .204 Ruger bullets. For improved performance in windy conditions or at longer ranges, heavier bullet weights are recommended.

This review of the Thompson Center Dimension rifle in .204 Ruger highlights its innovative interchangeable barrel system and smooth bolt action. The host provides detailed handload data for the .204 Ruger, emphasizing its light recoil. However, performance at longer ranges (300-400 yards) is limited by the lightweight 26-grain bullet's susceptibility to wind drift, with recommendations for heavier bullets for extended range accuracy.

This video introduces the new Hornady 22 ARC cartridge, designed for standard-length AR-15 actions. It aims to provide enhanced ballistic performance out to and beyond 1,000 yards, leveraging Hornady's Doppler radar systems for precise bullet tuning. The cartridge and rifle chamber were developed together for consistent performance and improved velocity, expanding the AR-15's capabilities. The 22 ARC offers similar performance to the .22-250 Remington while remaining compatible with AR-15 lower receivers. Hornady currently offers three loads: 62-grain ELD-VT V-Match, 88-grain ELD Match, and 75-grain ELD Match Black.

This review of the Sako 90 Varmint in .22-250 caliber highlights its premium features and accuracy potential. The rifle boasts a highly adjustable trigger, a cold hammer-forged fluted barrel with a 1:14 twist, and a smooth bolt action. Accuracy testing demonstrated sub-MOA potential with factory ammunition, making it a strong contender for varmint hunting and precision shooting despite its high price point.

This video provides an expert-level review of the .22-250 Remington cartridge, highlighting its effectiveness for varmint and predator hunting. The host, demonstrating high authority, details its laser-like trajectory, high velocity (up to 4,500 fps), and excellent accuracy, making it a top choice for coyote hunting. The review also covers rifle availability and decent barrel life.

This comparison tests the .50 AE Desert Eagle against the .44 Magnum in various barrier tests, including wood, steel, sand, and concrete. While both calibers showed impressive power, the .50 AE demonstrated superior performance in ballistic gel with deeper penetration and a larger wound channel. Ultimately, the video questions if the .50 AE's marginal gains justify its significantly higher cost per round compared to the versatile .44 Magnum.

This video provides a detailed comparison between .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO ammunition, demonstrating their performance differences through rigorous barrier testing. While visually identical, 5.56 NATO shows a slight advantage in velocity and energy. Crucially, 5.56 NATO exhibits superior barrier penetration against lumber and steel, whereas .223 Remington struggles. Specialized rounds like M855A1 also show enhanced performance against sand barriers.

This video tests the lethality of various 'less lethal' shotgun rounds, including rubber buckshot, bean bags, and specialized projectiles. The .410 rubber buckshot demonstrated significantly higher velocity and penetration than 12-gauge versions. Bean bag rounds proved to be the most damaging, causing substantial plywood destruction and ballistic gel displacement, leading the host to conclude they are the most lethal 'less lethal' option.

This video compares 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP through various barrier tests including lumber, sand, and concrete, alongside ballistics gel testing. While all calibers performed similarly through most barriers, the .40 S&W showed slightly better penetration and expansion in ballistics gel. The host ultimately favors 9mm due to its lower recoil and higher capacity, despite the .40 S&W's respectable performance.