300 HAM'R, 17 Mil CCW's, Caracal Versus - TGC News!

Published on August 27, 2018
Duration: 10:29

This episode of TGC News covers the introduction of Wilson Combat's new 300 HAM'R cartridge, designed to outperform 300 Blackout in terminal ballistics for hunters. It also details a significant increase in concealed carry permit holders, with data from the Crime Prevention Research Center, and introduces the Caracal Versus AR-15 rifle, a 3-gun focused platform with premium components.

Quick Summary

The 300 HAM'R is a new cartridge from Wilson Combat aiming to outperform 300 Blackout in terminal ballistics for hunters, achieving higher velocities. Meanwhile, concealed carry permits have surged, with 17.25 million holders by 2018. The Caracal Versus AR-15 is a 3-gun rifle featuring premium components like a carbon barrel and Geissele trigger.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: 300 HAM'R, CCW Permits, Caracal
  2. 00:45Welcome to TGC News
  3. 00:52Wilson Combat 300 HAM'R Introduction
  4. 01:11300 HAM'R vs 300 Blackout Comparison
  5. 01:41History of 7.62x40 Wilson Tactical
  6. 02:06300 HAM'R Barrel Twist Rate
  7. 02:24300 HAM'R Rifle Models and Pricing
  8. 02:56300 HAM'R Ammunition Costs
  9. 03:22Concealed Carry Permit Statistics
  10. 03:35Crime Prevention Research Center Data
  11. 04:06Annual CCW Permit Growth
  12. 04:14Percentage of Adults with CCW Permits
  13. 04:49Top States for CCW Permits
  14. 05:08Increase in Permits Among Women and Minorities
  15. 05:28CCW Holder Conviction Rates
  16. 05:59New Guns: EAA MKA 1923 Shotgun
  17. 06:35New Guns: Caracal Versus AR-15
  18. 07:03Caracal Versus AR-15 Components and Price
  19. 08:32Good Guy with a Gun Story: Durham, NC
  20. 09:37Outro and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the new 300 HAM'R cartridge?

The 300 HAM'R is a new cartridge from Wilson Combat designed to compete with 300 Blackout, focusing on superior terminal ballistics for hunters. It claims higher velocities than 300 Blackout and is a revamp of Wilson's earlier 7.62x40 Wilson Tactical.

How many people have concealed carry permits in the US?

According to a study by the Crime Prevention Research Center, there were an estimated 17.25 million concealed carry permit holders in the US by 2018, representing about 7.14% of adults.

What are the key features of the Caracal Versus AR-15?

The Caracal Versus AR-15 is built for 3-gun competition and features a Proof Research 18-inch carbon barrel, Geissele Super 3 Gun trigger, a 15-inch M-LOK rail, and weighs just over 6 lbs. Its MSRP is $1800.

Are concealed carry permit holders more or less likely to commit crimes?

A study found that in states like Florida and Texas, permit holders are convicted of misdemeanors and felonies at one-sixth the rate of police convictions, suggesting responsible firearm ownership.

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