NRA Gun of the Week: Weatherby Orion Shotgun

This review of the Stoeger P3000 pump-action shotgun highlights its value proposition as an affordable home defense option. While it offers a 7+1 capacity and a chrome-lined barrel, common for Turkish shotguns, significant design flaws in the forearm are noted, potentially causing pinch hazards and hindering grip. The review compares it to other shotguns like the Benelli Nova and Winchester SXP, ultimately suggesting that while the P3000 is budget-friendly, investing more in a better-designed firearm might be preferable for long-term satisfaction.

This guide details the basic disassembly and operation of the EAA Blue Label .410 Over/Under shotgun, manufactured by Balikli in Turkey. It covers how to open the chamber, identify extractors, use the barrel selector, and perform a simple field strip for cleaning. The shotgun is presented as a budget-friendly option for new shooters or those seeking a light .410 platform.

This video reviews fifteen shotguns, highlighting their features, price points, and suitability for various applications like hunting and clay shooting. It covers models from Tristar, Browning, Beretta, Franchi, Remington, CZ, Winchester, Mossberg, Savage, Blaser, Weatherby, and Ruger, offering insights into their build quality, ergonomics, and value for money.

This video reviews a side-by-side shotgun, highlighting its perceived drawbacks for modern clay shooting, such as short barrels and straight stocks. While acknowledging its limitations for complex targets and general market preference, the presenter finds it performs better than expected on simpler targets and is an accessible, fun option despite not being a top market choice.

This review covers the Mossberg International Gold Reserve, a 20-gauge over/under shotgun manufactured by Con Arms in Turkey. It highlights the shotgun's design, which is based on the Browning Sator receiver, and features a traditional box lock action, mechanical triggers for reliability, and automatic ejectors. The review also notes its 30-inch barrels with ventilated ribs, included choke tubes, aesthetic embellishments like scroll engraving and gold inlay, and quality Turkish walnut furniture.

This video reviews the Turkish Sovran Arms Elmwood S12, a lever action shotgun, highlighting significant reliability issues. The experienced speaker demonstrates two distinct jams during testing, suggesting it is not suitable for home defense. The review focuses on the firearm's operational performance and malfunctions.

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.