Nutnfancy SHOT Show: Marlin!

This video analyzes the revival of Marlin lever-action rifles, specifically the Ruger Marlin 1894 and 336. The reviewer compares a new Ruger-produced Marlin 336C to a classic 1956 model, evaluating their quality, presentation, and shootability. Various optics from Primary Arms, Holosun, Osight, and Vortex are also featured and discussed in relation to lever-action firearms. The video is supported by viewer donations through Patreon, PayPal, and SubscribeStar.

This review highlights the Bear Creek Arsenal Model 201 as a budget-friendly .22LR rimfire rifle offering significant value. The speaker, an experienced firearms instructor, details its compatibility with Ruger 1022 magazines, feature set including a Picatinny rail and threaded bull barrel, and impressive performance over 1000 rounds without cleaning. It's recommended as an excellent plinking and varmint hunting platform.

This expert review highlights ten budget-friendly rifles essential for preppers in 2026, emphasizing reliability and common sense over price. The guide covers bolt-actions like the Mosin-Nagant, modern budget options like the Savage Axis II, and versatile semi-autos such as the PSA PA-15 and Ruger 10/22. It also details compact survival firearms like the Kel-Tec Sub2000 and Henry AR-7, stressing their utility for preparedness.

This video provides a quick, 60-second review of the Marlin Model 60 .22LR rifle. The presenter, Mr. Madness, demonstrates its semi-automatic action with rapid fire on steel targets in a snowy outdoor range. The review highlights the rifle's wood stock and cycling action, concluding with a call to action for viewers to like and subscribe.

This video showcases an "Octagon" model Marlin 1894 chambered in .44 Magnum. The description highlights the relative rarity of this specific JM Marlin variant. It also includes a comprehensive list of sponsors and links to various Hickok45 YouTube channels, Patreon, and Rumble, along with a link to a FAQ playlist. The video emphasizes firearms safety and responsible gun ownership, stating it's for educational and entertainment purposes only.

This review of the Marlin Model 60 highlights its suitability as a first rifle, emphasizing the importance of learning iron sights. The video demonstrates the tube-fed loading procedure, action operation, and the cross-bolt safety. It's presented as an effective and affordable option for varmint hunting and general target practice.

This video captures a raw, unfiltered moment of nature as a weasel hunts a ground squirrel, observed by vlogger Nutnfancy while riding his KTM 690 Enduro R. It highlights the primal struggle for survival in the wild and the observer's philosophical reflection on the food chain. The footage was captured using an iPhone during a wilderness adventure.

This video compares the AK-47 and AR-15 platforms, highlighting the AR-15's advantages in accuracy, recoil management, and modularity due to tighter tolerances and inline stock design. The AK-47 is noted for its simplicity in operation for beginners and superior reliability in austere conditions with looser tolerances. Weight, ergonomics, and value are also discussed, with the AR-15 often preferred for lighter, more adaptable configurations.

This video critiques the trend of over-accessorizing AR-15 platforms, arguing that many additions are unnecessary and hinder performance. It explores reasons like ignorance, online posturing, industry marketing, media influence, and skill compensation. The presenter emphasizes defining a rifle's 'Philosophy of Use' (POU) before adding accessories, using stock examples to illustrate weight differences.

This review focuses on selecting the best AR-15 scopes based on practical, real-world performance rather than trends. Key considerations include engagement ranges, with recommendations for red dots at close range and variable scopes for mid-to-long range. The speaker emphasizes value, rejecting 'glass elitism' and highlighting lightweight options under 20 ounces. Technical features like eye relief and field of view are crucial for usability, while reticle complexity should be balanced with situational needs.