Sunday Shoot a Round #253

Published on November 3, 2024
Duration: 46:00

This "Sunday Shoot a Round" episode features Hickok45 showcasing the Ruger American in 300 Blackout, equipped with a Banish 30 Gold suppressor, highlighting its quiet operation with subsonic ammunition. He also fires a Smith & Wesson 686 revolver with both .357 Magnum and .38 Special rounds, discussing the nuances of shooting different calibers in revolvers. The video touches on firearm maintenance, the effectiveness of suppressors, and the general enjoyment of shooting various firearms.

Quick Summary

The 300 Blackout cartridge is particularly effective when suppressed due to its ability to be loaded with heavy, subsonic projectiles. These rounds travel slower than the speed of sound, significantly reducing the sonic crack associated with gunfire, making suppressed shooting much quieter and more enjoyable.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Music & Opening Shots
  2. 00:24Banish 30 Gold Suppressor Introduction
  3. 01:42Ruger American 300 Blackout Overview
  4. 02:51Discussion on 300 Blackout Caliber
  5. 04:13Introducing the Smith & Wesson 686
  6. 06:00Shooting the Ruger American 300 Blackout
  7. 06:35Shooting Targets with 300 Blackout
  8. 07:15Halloween Anecdotes
  9. 09:20Viewer Feedback on Favorite Handguns
  10. 10:00Election Day Reminder
  11. 10:32Magazine Check & Reloading
  12. 11:03Using Red Dot Sight
  13. 11:36Shooting a 2L Target
  14. 12:04300 Blackout Rifle Impressions
  15. 12:31Alabama Holster Support
  16. 13:12History of 300 Blackout Experience
  17. 14:02300 Blackout Magazine Discussion
  18. 14:59Shooting the 357 Magnum Revolver
  19. 15:15Political Commentary on Campaigning
  20. 19:18Hypothetical Firearm Election Scenario
  21. 19:51Shooting 38 Special Ammunition
  22. 20:23Carhartt Shirt Discussion
  23. 23:37Switching to Duluth Clothing
  24. 24:37Shooting 357 Magnum Again
  25. 25:24Dirty Harry Discussion
  26. 27:00357 Magnum vs. 38 Special Ballistics
  27. 27:52Advice for Young People
  28. 30:40Emerson Wisdom on Insecurity
  29. 34:03Teacher-Student Reconnection
  30. 37:49Shooting More Magnums
  31. 38:06300 Blackout Subsonic Ammunition
  32. 39:01Enjoying Suppressed Shooting
  33. 39:52Election Results & Voting Discussion
  34. 41:15Tennessee Weather & Scenery
  35. 43:01Shooting Magnums to Clean Barrel
  36. 43:29Final Magnum Shots
  37. 44:02Sponsor Thanks & Closing Remarks

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the 300 Blackout quiet when suppressed?

The 300 Blackout cartridge is particularly effective when suppressed due to its ability to be loaded with heavy, subsonic projectiles. These rounds travel slower than the speed of sound, significantly reducing the sonic crack associated with gunfire, making suppressed shooting much quieter and more enjoyable.

Can you shoot .38 Special in a .357 Magnum revolver?

Yes, you can safely shoot .38 Special ammunition in a .357 Magnum revolver. The .38 Special is a shorter cartridge and will function correctly in the longer .357 Magnum cylinder. This allows for reduced recoil and noise, making it ideal for practice or less intense shooting sessions.

What is the advantage of using dedicated 300 Blackout magazines?

While standard AR-15 5.56 magazines can sometimes function with 300 Blackout, dedicated 300 Blackout magazines often have slightly different dimensions, such as wider lips, to ensure more reliable feeding. This can prevent feeding issues and ensure smoother operation, especially with the wider range of bullet profiles available for the 300 Blackout.

How does shooting .38 Special affect a .357 Magnum revolver?

When you fire .38 Special ammunition in a .357 Magnum revolver, you are essentially turning it into a .38 Special firearm for that shot. The recoil and muzzle blast are significantly reduced compared to firing .357 Magnum rounds, making it a gentler shooting experience. However, the firearm itself remains a .357 Magnum revolver.

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