Federal's New Cartridge Will Blow Your Mind

This live stream from PRO GUN on April 18th, 2026, features discussions on various firearms, calibers, and accessories. The host, an experienced firearms enthusiast, shares personal experiences and opinions on topics ranging from 10mm handguns like the Glock 20 and Springfield Ronin, to 1911 platforms, AR-15 builds, and ammunition choices. The conversation also touches on holster retention, stun gun legality, and the evolving landscape of gun laws across different states, with a particular focus on Tennessee's constitutional carry status. The host emphasizes the importance of quality magazines for 1911s and discusses the pros and cons of different firearm platforms for self-defense and hunting scenarios.

This video tests the practical accuracy of the Henry Big Boy Carbine at 50 yards using various 38 Special and 357 Magnum loads. The presenter notes significant variations in point of impact between different ammunition types and weights, even within the same caliber. The testing highlights how ammunition choice can drastically affect accuracy and requires potential sight adjustments for optimal performance.

This video provides an expert comparison of three major big game rifle cartridge classes: short action (308 Winchester vs. 6.5 Creedmoor), long action (30-06 Springfield), and belted magnums (300 Winchester Magnum). The instructor highlights their performance, bullet selection, availability, and suitability for different hunting scenarios, emphasizing the 30-06 Springfield as a versatile all-around choice.

The video discusses the potential design theft of the KelTec KP-50, highlighting its similarities to designs from 'Stuff and Things Inc.' It also covers new product releases from Sig Sauer, Tandemkross, Henry, Savage, and G Force Arms, alongside new offerings in optics and gunsmithing tools. The presenter, with a hobbyist's authority, invites viewer discussion on the design controversy.

This YouTube video, titled "Federal 7mm Backcountry ammo ballistics explained by Federal engineer - FirearmsGuide.com," features an explanation of the ballistics of Federal's 7mm Backcountry ammunition. The video likely provides technical details and insights from a Federal engineer regarding the performance characteristics of this specific ammunition type. The description also highlights FirearmsGuide.com's extensive gunsmithing library, manual collection, and searchable gun and ammo reference guide, suggesting a focus on technical and informational content for firearms enthusiasts.

The Savage 110 Trail Hunter Lite is presented in the new 7mm Backcountry caliber, designed to deliver magnum performance from shorter barrels. This rifle, based on the Savage 110 chassis, is available with 20-inch and 16.5-inch barrels. The 7mm Backcountry cartridge is noted for its overpressured nature, achieving high velocities with manageable recoil, even when suppressed.

This guide details how to significantly reduce the noise signature of a .22 LR pistol using a suppressor and subsonic ammunition. The presenter, demonstrating high authority, explains the physics behind suppressor function and the importance of ammunition choice for optimal quietness. The video culminates in a direct comparison showing the suppressed pistol is quieter than a compound bow.

This video debunks a politician's claim about the weight and caliber of an AR-15. The speaker, demonstrating expert authority, clarifies that an AR-15 typically weighs around 6.5 lbs, not the equivalent of 10 moving boxes. It also explains that while some rare AR-15 variants can chamber .50 Beowulf, the common calibers are much smaller, like .223 Remington or 5.56 NATO, and not the .50 BMG.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of 12-gauge shotgun ballistics, featuring insights from Jim Harmer. It details the destructive potential of a 12-gauge load in ballistics gel, highlighting the wide wound channel created by numerous pellets. The content includes a breakdown of shotgun shell components and emphasizes safety warnings for viewers.

This video from Backfire offers an expert assessment of a pre-owned Browning X-Bolt Pro Featherlight in 300 RUM, highlighting its resale value and the significant recoil associated with the caliber in a lightweight platform. The instructor emphasizes understanding why high-end firearms might be resold, particularly due to chambering and its impact on shootability.