American Rifleman TV Preview: Dec. 30, 2015

The new .25 Creedmoor, standardized by SAAMI and supported by Hornady, offers significant ballistic advantages over the 6.5 Creedmoor. It achieves higher muzzle velocity, reduced wind drift and drop, and lower recoil while maintaining comparable energy levels. Despite its performance, its market viability is questioned.

This video compares 5.56mm, 6mm ARC, 6.5 Grendel, and 6.5 Creedmoor across various shooting scenarios, including long-range engagements up to 1400 meters. While 5.56 excels in low recoil and high volume of fire for closer engagements, larger calibers like 6.5 Creedmoor offer superior long-range hit probability. 6mm ARC and 6.5 Grendel present versatile options, balancing range, energy, and platform compatibility, with 6mm ARC noted for its flat trajectory and 6.5 Grendel as a potential AR-15 .308 replacement.

This video from Classic Firearms introduces and analyzes Hornady's new 25 Creedmoor cartridge. It directly compares it to the popular 6.5 Creedmoor, questioning if the new offering is superior. The video covers the cartridge's features and specifications, culminating in a conclusion about its performance and potential advantages. Additional links are provided for viewers interested in purchasing featured products or checking out the channel's other content platforms, including their podcast and short clips channel.

This review compares the .338 ARC and 8.6 Blackout calibers, evaluating their long-range performance and terminal ballistics. While the .338 ARC demonstrated superior energy retention at 300 yards, the 8.6 Blackout was ultimately chosen as the winner due to platform versatility and potential for specialized ammunition.

This video announces the upcoming launch of the 338 ARC ammunition caliber. It highlights a partnership with Hornady for bringing this new caliber to life and acknowledges KAK for providing a test rifle. The video emphasizes legal compliance of firearms shown. The launch date and time are provided, suggesting an imminent reveal of the 338 ARC.

This video reviews Hornady's new 338 ARC cartridge and compares it to the popular 8.6 Blackout, evaluating if the 338 ARC can challenge its dominance. The video features the CMMG Dissent platform. It emphasizes safe range practices and clarifies that no firearms are sold or advertised within the content. The video is intended for review and entertainment purposes.

This video details the meticulous process of ammunition manufacturing at Hornady's facility in Grand Island, Nebraska. It covers the creation of bullets, starting with copper cups and lead cores, and the production of brass cartridge cases through annealing and hammering. The content also highlights Hornady's rigorous quality control testing on a 100-yard range and the final packaging stages, emphasizing their commitment to American-made quality.

The L1A1 SLR, a British variant of the FN FAL, was adopted by the UK military for its semi-automatic-only operation and inch-pattern components. It served through major conflicts like the Falklands War and was eventually replaced by the L85 bullpup. The rifle is known for its robust design and reliability, though original British-made examples are now rare.

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.

Vista Outdoor has acquired the iconic Remington Ammunition brand, aiming to revive its manufacturing operations in Lonoke, Arkansas. The acquisition follows Remington's 2020 bankruptcy, with Vista Outdoor integrating the brand alongside Federal, CCI, and Speer. The focus is on restoring quality, securing raw materials, and re-employing skilled workers to meet high market demand for popular lines like Core-Lokt and UMC.