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This review of the Sako 90 Peak in .308 Winchester highlights its lightweight design (2.6 kg / 5.7 lb), making it suitable for long hunts. While the rifle offers features like a cold hammer-forged barrel, adjustable trigger, and Picatinny rail, the reviewer expresses disappointment with inconsistent accuracy and feeding issues, particularly with certain Sako ammunition. The rifle is compared to the Model 85, noting improvements in bolt cycling smoothness and reduced lock time, though these were not subjectively noticeable to the reviewer.

This review details the Wilson Combat NULA Model 20, a modern iteration of Melvin Forbes' ultra-lightweight rifle design. It highlights the rifle's construction, including its carbon fiber stock, stainless steel barrel, and weight-saving receiver. The review emphasizes its suitability for hunting due to its light weight and ergonomic features designed to manage recoil.

This video reviews ten powerful and innovative rifles for 2024, highlighting their features, performance, and intended uses. It covers a range of firearms from budget-friendly options to high-end hunting and competition models, detailing aspects like barrel construction, stock materials, trigger systems, and available calibers. The expert analysis provides insights for hunters and precision shooters seeking new rifle platforms.

This video provides an in-depth review and accuracy test of the Springfield Armory Model 2020 Redline rifle. The presenter highlights its lightweight Grebo Trekker stock, smooth 2020 action, and impressive sub-MOA accuracy potential, particularly with Hornady Precision Hunter and Norma Tip Strike ammunition. The setup, including a Vortex scope and Atlas bipod, is detailed, emphasizing its suitability for high-country hunting.

The Savage 110 Ultralight Elite, introduced at SHOT Show 2024, is a new lightweight hunting rifle built in partnership with Proof Research and MDT. It features the MDT Hunt 26 chassis, constructed with carbon fiber and magnesium for a weight of approximately 26 ounces, and a side-folding stock for compactness. The rifle is offered with 18 or 20-inch barrels depending on caliber and includes a Savage VuCan AC30 suppressor. Upgrades to the action include a Cerakote Elite Series Terra Cota finish for added lubricity and a factory-threaded bolt handle with a 5/16x24 thread pitch.

This video from Survival Gear provides an expert-level overview of several new rifles unveiled at SHOT Show 2024. It highlights innovative features, technical specifications, and potential applications for models from Hammerli, Smith & Wesson, Savage Arms, Beretta, Ruger, Bergara, and Colt. The presentation emphasizes game-changing designs and performance enhancements for various shooting disciplines.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

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.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.