Sunday Shoot-a-Round #217

Published on February 25, 2024
Duration: 56:07

This video features a 'Sunday Shoot-a-Round' with firearms instructor hickok45. He reviews the Ruger LC Carbine in .45 ACP, noting its quiet operation with a Silencer Central Banish 45 suppressor and standard .45 ACP ammunition. He also discusses a Smith & Wesson Model 1892 lever-action rifle in .44 Magnum, addressing a past feeding issue and testing it with various ammunition, including Underwood's Extreme Penetrator rounds. The Mossberg 590A1 shotgun is also demonstrated with 12-gauge slugs. The video touches on firearm maintenance, the importance of reliable firearms, and the nuances of shooting suppressed.

Quick Summary

The .45 ACP cartridge is often subsonic with standard ammunition, making it well-suited for suppressed shooting. This means the bullet travels slower than the speed of sound, significantly reducing the loud 'crack' associated with supersonic bullets and contributing to a quieter shooting experience.

Chapters

  1. 00:54Introduction from Tennessee
  2. 03:30Ruger LC Carbine with Suppressor
  3. 04:01.45 ACP Ammunition Discussion
  4. 05:00Suppressor Effectiveness Explained
  5. 09:19Pistol Caliber Carbine Appeal
  6. 10:25LC Carbine Sighting Adjustment
  7. 10:31Smith & Wesson Lever Gun Update
  8. 14:40Testing .44 Magnum Ammunition
  9. 15:02Lever Gun Cycling Issues
  10. 23:30Scientific Testing with .44 Magnum
  11. 24:14Underwood Extreme Penetrator Ammo
  12. 25:24Bowling Pin Penetration Test
  13. 31:06Firearm Registration Myths in Media
  14. 33:47Quiet Shooting with Ruger LC Carbine
  15. 34:46Kentucky Windage Explained
  16. 41:31More .44 Magnum Shooting
  17. 44:11Lever Gun Smoothness
  18. 46:28Malfunction Analysis
  19. 51:39Mossberg 590A1 Shotgun
  20. 53:15Shotgun Recoil and Cycling
  21. 55:46Shotgun Utility
  22. 48:04Looking Ahead to March Weather
  23. 49:37Lever Gun Maintenance

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes .45 ACP suitable for suppressed shooting?

.45 ACP is often subsonic with standard ammunition, meaning the bullet travels slower than the speed of sound. This significantly reduces the loud 'crack' associated with supersonic bullets, making it ideal for suppressed firearms and quieter shooting experiences.

What is 'Kentucky windage' in shooting?

Kentucky windage is a shooting term referring to the practice of adjusting your aim point to compensate for factors like wind or a firearm's inherent inaccuracy, without physically adjusting the sights. It's about using your brain to hold off the target to achieve a hit.

How does a suppressor affect high-velocity rifle rounds like 5.56 NATO?

Suppressors are less effective at making high-velocity rounds like 5.56 NATO truly 'quiet' because the bullet's supersonic crack is a major noise component. While a suppressor can reduce the muzzle blast and overall sound signature, it cannot eliminate the sonic boom without altering the cartridge itself.

What should you do after a malfunction with a carry firearm?

If you experience a malfunction with your primary carry firearm, it's crucial to build confidence by firing a significant number of rounds through it afterward. This helps ensure reliability and allows you to trust the firearm for self-defense situations.

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