Brownells - Federal Gold Medal Match Ammunition

This video features a detailed comparison between a TenPoint Titan 400 crossbow and an 8.6 Blackout subsonic rifle, assessing lethality and noise. The expert host, from Banana Ballistics, utilizes specialized equipment and testing methodologies, including water jug and ballistic gel tests, to analyze projectile performance. The 8.6 Blackout demonstrates superior energy transfer and penetration, particularly with expanding and fracturing rounds, despite both platforms achieving similar low decibel readings when suppressed.

This entry analyzes the possibility of a 30-06 Springfield cartridge failing to produce an exit wound, a topic discussed with analytical skepticism. It delves into bullet weight, ballistic coefficients, and terminal performance, comparing the 30-06 to other calibers like 5.56 and .308. The analysis highlights the rarity of such an event with high-quality ammunition and calls for transparency in official reports.

This video provides a practical velocity test of Fiocchi 69-grain Sierra MatchKing .223 ammunition across three different AR-style rifle barrel lengths: 7.5 inches, 16 inches, and 20 inches. The presenter, demonstrating experienced authority, uses a Caldwell Ballistic Precision Chronograph to record actual muzzle velocities, revealing significant differences based on barrel length. The data highlights how barrel length impacts projectile speed, offering valuable insights for firearm owners and enthusiasts.

This video details the installation and testing of a YHM Resonator 2 suppressor on a custom-built AR-10 chambered in .308 Winchester. The presenter, with apparent knowledge of AR-10 platforms, walks through the build components and then demonstrates the suppressor's impact on accuracy and sound. Key takeaways include the importance of matching AR-10 receiver sets, the benefits of a stainless steel barrel for precision, and the practical effects of suppressor use on a .308 rifle.

This video details a comparative test between a muzzle brake and a suppressor on a 6.5 Creedmoor rifle, evaluating accuracy and recoil with two different ammunition types (Federal Gold Medal Match and Norma Golden Target). The presenter aims to determine which setup is superior for his NRL Hunter rifle, ultimately favoring the suppressor and Federal ammunition for its consistent tight groups and manageable recoil.

This video provides an expert-level comparison of the .338 Lapua Magnum and .300 Winchester Magnum cartridges, focusing on their penetration capabilities against mild steel. The analysis, conducted by Banana Ballistics Host, utilizes precise measurements and chronograph data to demonstrate that while the .338 Lapua Magnum generally offers superior energy and penetration, the .300 Winchester Magnum performs surprisingly close, especially considering its lower energy output. The content highlights the importance of kinetic energy and sectional density in terminal ballistics.

This guide details the installation of a Geissele MK8 Super Modular Rail on an AR-15 platform. It covers securing the upper receiver, installing the barrel nut, gas system, and the rail itself, emphasizing the use of specialized tools and proper torque specifications. The process requires an intermediate skill level and careful attention to detail for a secure and functional build.

This guide, based on expert instruction from Brownells, details essential practices for proper ammunition storage. It emphasizes using airtight containers, managing humidity with desiccants, and maintaining stable temperatures to ensure ammunition reliability and safety. Proper storage is crucial for preventing corrosion and propellant degradation, especially for sensitive components like primers.

This guide details the process of upgrading an AR-15 from standard A2 furniture to Magpul components. It covers the removal of the A2 pistol grip and installation of the Magpul MIAD Grip and Magpul PRS Stock. The video demonstrates efficient assembly using specialized tools, highlighting the ergonomic benefits and adjustability of the Magpul parts. Instruction is provided by Brownells, a recognized industry authority.

This entry details the creation of a movie prop suppressor for a Remington 11-87 used in 'No Country for Old Men.' Prop master Larry Zanoff explains how the suppressor was designed to look homemade and was non-functional, with sound effects added in post-production. The process highlights the creative problem-solving involved in film armory.