A Beast of a Cartridge! .45-70 HSM 430gr +P RNFP Gel Test

This comprehensive review of the Smith & Wesson 500 Magnum, presented by firearms expert hickok45, details the immense power and unique characteristics of this large-caliber revolver. hickok45 provides expert insights into managing its significant recoil, demonstrates its destructive capability on various targets, and compares it to other iconic handguns. The review highlights the 500 S&W Magnum's role as a potent hunting tool and a fascinating firearm for enthusiasts of extreme power.

This video features an unboxing and installation of the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6x24 LPVO on a Henry Lever-Action .45-70 Govt rifle. The optic is mounted using Vortex 30mm Pro Rings on a Ranger Point Precision Henry RHINO Scope Mount. The creator plans a follow-up range review to assess the optic's performance on this specific rifle platform and whether it's a budget-friendly option for lever-action rifles. The video acknowledges some minor production issues, including children's noise and a temporary blur at the end.

This video showcases several new and noteworthy firearms, including the versatile DMA Stowaway takedown rifle, the compact S&W Bodyguard 2.0, the powerful Marlin Trapper ELG, and the tactical Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod.2. It also highlights specialized models like the NAA Sentinel mini-revolver and the high-performance PSA X5.7 PDW. The presentation offers a glimpse into current firearm trends and new product releases, with an informative tone from a knowledgeable content creator.

This video provides a hands-on review of the Heritage Model 92 lever action rifle chambered in .45 Colt. The presenter, Dustin from Guns of the West, details the rifle's features, including its 24-inch octagonal barrel and bluing, and discusses its carbine-style stock. He conducts live-fire testing at 36 yards, evaluating accuracy with HSM cowboy action ammunition and performing freehand shooting.

This video tests the performance of HSM 200gr Unicor .45 Auto ammunition fired from a short-barreled Springfield Armory XDS mod2 pistol into ballistic gel. The test evaluates penetration, retained weight, and expansion through bare gel and heavy clothing. The data indicates that while penetration is adequate in bare gel, expansion is nonexistent through heavy clothing, raising questions about its effectiveness as a self-defense round from short-barreled .45 ACP firearms. The video also highlights the relatively low velocity achievable with .45 Auto in shorter barrels.

This video showcases a Smith & Wesson .44 Magnum revolver experiencing repeated failures to fire after the first round. The host, identified as an "American Outlaw" and firearms enthusiast, diagnoses the issue as a mechanical failure within the firearm itself, rather than an ammunition problem, despite using HSM .44 Remington Mag 240 gr SWC rounds. The content highlights common firearm malfunctions and the process of diagnosing them.

This video features a critique of a home defense AR-15 build by former Navy SEAL Jeff Gonzales. Key takeaways include the importance of a suppressor for indoor use, the critique of an overly complex sling, and recommendations for reliable optics. The discussion highlights the trade-offs of short-barreled rifles (SBRs) for home defense and emphasizes practical gear selection over complexity.

This guide details the tool-less field stripping process for the Beretta ARX-160, as demonstrated by a Beretta factory representative. It covers the quick-release barrel, stock, trigger group, and bolt assembly, emphasizing ease of maintenance. The representative highlights the rifle's modularity and ambidextrous features, noting its current military availability with future civilian plans.

This entry details the Fostech .50 Cal Drum Magazine, designed for Barrett M107 and 82A1 rifles, featuring a 20-round capacity and billet machined aluminum construction. It also touches upon the Fostech Rader .308 rifle. The information is presented with high technical focus from a manufacturer representative.

This video from ARFCOM News details a ballistic gel test of Remington's 158gr SJHP .357 Magnum ammunition fired from a 16-inch Rossi Model M92 carbine. The test highlights how carbine-length barrels significantly enhance .357 Magnum performance, achieving velocities comparable to some .300 Blackout loads and demonstrating substantial penetration and expansion in ballistic gel. The analysis touches on terminal ballistics theories and the unique behavior of high-velocity pistol rounds fired from rifles.