Sunday Shoot-a-Round # 113

This review of the US Springfield 1903 rifle highlights its key features and handling characteristics. The rifle weighs 8.7 lbs with an overall length of 43.2 inches. It features a smooth bolt action, a clean two-stage trigger pull, and a simple flag safety with clear markings. The Buffington-style ladder sights with a front blade are noted for quick target acquisition and windage adjustment. The reviewer also mentions the substantial recoil from the 30-06 cartridge and the rifle's historical significance as the official US rifle during WWI.

This video from Exile Armory LLC in Weaver, AL, showcases a diverse inventory of firearms, including new and used handguns, rifles, shotguns, and suppressors. The presenter, exhibiting high authority and sales-focused energy, details specific models like the Glock Gen 6 with its new optic system, custom Glocks, and various popular brands such as CZ, Sig Sauer, and Smith & Wesson. Pricing and key features for many items are provided, offering a comprehensive look at current retail offerings.

This video provides an in-depth look at the American Model 1917 rifle, often overshadowed by the M1903 Springfield during WWI. The presenter highlights its robust Mauser-based action, chambered in .30-06 Springfield, and compares it extensively to the Springfield. Key features discussed include its weight, internal six-round magazine, cock-on-close action, and manufacturing by Remington, Winchester, and Eddystone. The video also touches on its reliability in arctic conditions and its continued use by other nations.

This video from Legacy Collectibles provides an expert look at the rare French RSC Model 1917 rifle. It highlights the rifle's historical significance as one of the first WWI battle rifles produced in quantity and notes its limited popularity with soldiers due to weight and maintenance requirements. The discussion also touches upon the less common Model 1918 variant.

This video reviews the Ruger M77 Hawkeye Alaskan Bush Rifle chambered in .35 Whelen. The presenter, a self-proclaimed big game hunter, discusses the rifle's suitability for dangerous game, its features like the laminated stock and stainless finish, and addresses potential issues such as light strikes with specific ammunition brands. The review highlights the rifle's potential as a hunting tool despite some initial reliability concerns.

This video reviews five lightweight rifles ideal for mountain hunting: the Sako 85 Carbon Light, Kimber Mountain Ascent, Browning Xbolt Mountain Pro Tungsten, Weatherby Mark V Backcountry 2.0, and Tikka T3X Superlite. The presenter, Ted from Line45, highlights key features such as weight, stock material, barrel construction, action smoothness, trigger quality, and accuracy guarantees for each model. The focus is on performance in rugged, high-country environments where weight and reliability are paramount.

This guide details the process of firing a Civil War-era 1855 Springfield Musket using a Minie ball, as demonstrated by expert firearms instructor Hickok45. It covers preparation, loading with a ramrod, priming with a percussion cap, and firing. The demonstration highlights safe and correct muzzle-loading techniques for historical firearms.

This guide details the unique loading process for the 1860 Henry Rifle, as demonstrated by hickok45. It covers the steps for safely inserting cartridges into the tubular magazine and highlights important considerations to prevent damage to the firearm or injury. hickok45, an expert with extensive historical knowledge, provides clear instructions for this classic firearm.

This comprehensive review of the Smith & Wesson 500 Magnum, presented by firearms expert hickok45, details the immense power and unique characteristics of this large-caliber revolver. hickok45 provides expert insights into managing its significant recoil, demonstrates its destructive capability on various targets, and compares it to other iconic handguns. The review highlights the 500 S&W Magnum's role as a potent hunting tool and a fascinating firearm for enthusiasts of extreme power.

This comprehensive review of the Mauser Kar 98K BYF 43, presented by firearms authority Hickok45, details its historical significance, operational techniques, and identification markers. The video covers loading with stripper clips, understanding German manufacturing codes like 'BYF 43', and the rifle's place in firearms history, emphasizing its robust bolt-action design.