Stag Varminter Shooting Impressions

Published on August 23, 2018
Duration: 10:34

This video provides shooting impressions of the Stag Arms Varminter rifle, testing its accuracy with five different ammunition loads at 100 yards. The presenter evaluates group sizes and bullet impact characteristics, concluding the rifle is accurate enough for its intended purpose of varmint hunting and offers a platform for shooters to improve their skills.

Quick Summary

The Stag Arms Varminter rifle was tested for accuracy at 100 yards with five different ammunition loads, including Nozzler, GBW, Hornady, and Fiocchi. The presenter observed varying group sizes and noted how bullet impact characteristics differed between loads, concluding the rifle is accurate for varmint hunting and offers room for shooter improvement.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Groupings Overview
  2. 00:37Test Setup
  3. 01:10Nozzler 35 Grain Test
  4. 02:45GBW 45 Grain Test
  5. 04:00Nozzler 55 Grain Test
  6. 05:14Hornady Black 62 Grain Test
  7. 06:33Fiocchi Exacta 77 Grain Test
  8. 07:51Ammunition Performance Summary
  9. 08:33Bullet Shape and Impact Analysis
  10. 09:27Overall Rifle Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What ammunition was tested with the Stag Arms Varminter rifle?

The Stag Arms Varminter rifle was tested with five different ammunition loads: Nozzler 35 grain, GBW 45 grain (frangible), Nozzler 55 grain, Hornady Black 62 grain, and Fiocchi Exacta Match 77 grain with Sierra Match King bullets.

What was the effective range for testing the Stag Arms Varminter's accuracy?

The accuracy of the Stag Arms Varminter rifle was tested at a distance of 100 yards, evaluating the group sizes achieved with various ammunition types.

How did different bullet types affect the impact on the target?

The 5.56 ammunition created very clean holes, while heavier loads like the 77-grain and 35-grain ammunition caused tearing and feathering of the paper upon impact, indicating different terminal performance characteristics.

What is the overall assessment of the Stag Arms Varminter's accuracy?

The presenter concluded that the Stag Arms Varminter is plenty accurate, certainly more so than the shooter themselves, making it a suitable rifle for varmint hunting and a good platform for shooters to develop their skills.

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