Gun Of The Week: Marlin 1895 Trapper

This video explores the concept of the Scout Rifle, as envisioned by Jeff Cooper, focusing on its versatility, compact size, and lightweight design for hunting and self-defense. It reviews several modern interpretations, including the Savage 110 Scout, CVA Scout Takedown, Steyr Scout, Ruger Gunsite Scout, Mossberg MVP Scout, Marlin 1895 SBL, Springfield M1A Scout Squad, and CVA Cascade SR-80, detailing their specific features and applications. The expert instruction highlights the 'one shot, one kill' philosophy behind the Scout Rifle design.

This video explores Marlin lever-action rifles, focusing on the iconic Model 336. It highlights various Marlin series like SBL, Dark, Classic, Trapper, and Guide Gun, detailing their features and available calibers including .45-70 Govt., .30-30 Win., .357 Mag., and .44 Mag. The content was filmed at Lever Fest 2025, emphasizing the fun and performance of these American-made rifles, with mention of Ruger's integration of the Marlin brand. The video also includes links to NRA resources.

This YouTube video focuses on lever-action rifles, highlighting their resurgence and recommending specific models for 2025. The creator emphasizes their reliability for outdoor activities like hunting and survival, promising to showcase new and noteworthy options in the segment. The video encourages viewer engagement through likes and subscriptions to reach a subscriber milestone. It also includes a disclaimer regarding the use of stock footage and provides contact information for content removal requests.

This video introduces the EGE Arms LV-XII, a novel magazine-fed lever-action rifle. The title highlights its unique design, distinguishing it from traditional lever-action firearms that typically utilize tube magazines. The reveal suggests a first look at this innovative firearm, potentially covering its features, operation, and design philosophy.

This review of the Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Stealth Hunter, presented by Brian C. Sheetz, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its features for modern use. The rifle combines classic lever-action design with contemporary enhancements like a threaded barrel, M-LOK fore-end, and extensive optics mounting options, making it a versatile platform for hunting and self-defense.

This video showcases a highly customized Smith & Wesson 1854 lever-action rifle chambered in .44 Magnum. The rifle features custom engraving by Iron Monkey Rifle, an M-LOK handguard, a threaded barrel, and a Trijicon MRO red dot sight. The demonstration includes rapid fire engagement of steel targets, highlighting the rifle's performance and aesthetic appeal.

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.