338 Lapua: 3 Reasons You DON'T Need One And 1 Reason You DO

This expert-level review of the Bergara Cima rifle in 6.5 PRC details its lightweight carbon fiber construction, manageable recoil thanks to an effective muzzle brake, and impressive long-range accuracy. The guide covers sighting in procedures from 100 to 1000 yards, highlighting the rifle's performance with 143 ELD-X ammunition. The review emphasizes the rifle's suitability for backcountry hunting due to its balanced configuration and the benefits of its Remington 700 footprint for customization.

This video showcases the top 8 new bolt-action rifles expected to be significant in 2026, highlighting their modern features, ruggedness, and advanced technology. It aims to identify rifles that blend traditional precision with contemporary innovation, suitable for both backcountry adventures and range practice. The content focuses on what makes these rifles stand out and which ones are recommended for shooters.

This video showcases the extreme kinetic impact of the .375 Cheytac cartridge fired from a Desert Tech HTI rifle. The demonstration highlights the projectile's ability to completely obliterate targets, including a watermelon and a half-inch AR500 steel plate, at 300 yards. The content is presented by Tim Harmsen (Mac) of 'Wild Shots,' indicating a high level of expertise in firearms and shooting.

This video from Warrior Poet Society warns viewers against purchasing cheap items for long-range shooting, highlighting common mistakes that can hinder performance and lead to frustration. The content emphasizes the importance of investing in quality gear for success in precision shooting disciplines. The description also provides links to the Warrior Poet website, training programs, books by John Lovell, and their app, encouraging engagement with their various platforms and content.

This video provides initial range impressions of the Vector Continental 2-12 scope. The presenter, demonstrating experienced shooter knowledge, sets up targets at 230 yards (paper) and 338 yards (steel gong). Scientific data collection is emphasized, with the use of a Kestrel weather meter for environmental readings. The setup occurs at an outdoor desert range, with the presenter wearing AXIL hearing protection.

This video provides an overview of the Victrix Armaments Kinetic rifle, showcased at IWA Germany 2026. It highlights key visual and design elements, including the rifle's action, stock, and integrated accessories like a Kahles scope and Rome bipod. The presentation emphasizes the precision engineering and robust construction of this high-end firearm.

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.