Christensen Arms MCR: Why You Want One

The Bergara Premier MGLite is a factory-built chassis rifle optimized for hunting and long-range precision. It integrates a Remington 700-pattern action with a floating bolt head for enhanced lockup and features Bergara's weight-reducing CURE carbon-fiber barrel. Built on a lightweight XLR Industries magnesium chassis, it offers modularity and adjustability. The rifle is guaranteed to 1 MOA and is available in popular calibers like 6.5 Creedmoor and .300 Win Mag.

This video explores several rifle cartridges that outperform the popular .308 Winchester for various hunting and shooting applications. It highlights the advantages of cartridges like the 7mm PRC and .300 Win Mag for elk hunting due to superior velocity and energy. For AR platforms, 6mm ARC and 6.5 Grendel offer lighter, more compact deer hunting options. The .280 Ackley Improved, .270 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, 7mm-08 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, and 6.5 PRC are presented as superior alternatives offering better ballistics, flatter trajectories, or less recoil.

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 expert-level analysis ranks seven highly accurate hunting calibers for 2026, drawing on data from match shooters and ballistic experts. It details the origins, performance characteristics, and hunting suitability of calibers like the 6.5 Creedmoor, 6mm Creedmoor, .308 Winchester, 6.5 PRC, .280 Ackley Improved, 7mm Remington Magnum, and .243 Winchester, highlighting their strengths in accuracy, recoil management, and effective range for various game.

The 6.5 PRC is a powerful and popular cartridge, offering significantly more energy and a flatter trajectory than the 6.5 Creedmoor, while maintaining manageable recoil. It's proven effective for long-range shooting and hunting large game like elk, especially with appropriate bullet selection and barrel length considerations. While not identical to the 6.5 Creedmoor, its performance justifies its growing popularity.

This video explores cartridges that outperform the 7 PRC for specific hunting scenarios, featuring expert opinions from GOHUNT. Calibers like the .300 RUM offer superior energy, while the 6.8 Western provides a balance of power and short-action compatibility. Other discussed alternatives include the efficient 7mm-08, the high-velocity .28 Nosler, the widely available .300 Win Mag, the powerful .300 PRC, the efficient 6.5 PRC, and the balanced .280 Ackley Improved.

This episode of First Person Defender simulates a home invasion scenario to test defensive tactics. Chris Cerino, an experienced shooter, demonstrates how to engage threats while protecting his family and infant daughter. Key takeaways include the importance of cover, effective corner clearing techniques like the 'shoulder bump', and the utility of laser sights in low-light conditions.

This episode of First Person Defender simulates a real-life gun shop attack, testing participant Luke's response under pressure. Key takeaways include the critical importance of proactive awareness and avoidance, utilizing cover effectively (even if imperfect), and the necessity of consistent firearms training. The scenario highlights tactical movement, shooting from behind cover, and engaging multiple threats, emphasizing that preparedness is as vital as the right to carry.

This episode of 'First Person Defender' simulates a gun store robbery, highlighting critical self-defense mistakes made by participant Jeremy, a concealed carry holder. Key takeaways include the importance of using cover, verbal commands, and maintaining situational awareness, especially when facing multiple threats. The debrief and subsequent training emphasize practical application of these principles in high-stress scenarios.

The North American Arms (NAA) Ranger II is a new break-top mini revolver that revives a classic design. Its break-top mechanism, featuring built-in extractors, simplifies loading and unloading compared to other mini revolvers. While capable of a two-handed grip, its compact size makes one-handed shooting effective for close-range defense. The Ranger II offers a blend of historical appeal and modern practicality for concealed carry or range use.