Sunday Shoot-a-Round #264

This video reviews ten dirt-cheap military surplus rifles that are still available for purchase, often at prices lower than entry-level modern firearms. It highlights the SKS, M1 Garand, Schmidt-Rubin K31, Lee-Enfield, Mosin-Nagant, Swedish Mauser M96, Arisaka Type 99, and 1903 Springfield, discussing their historical significance, operational characteristics, common calibers, and current market value. The presenter advises on which models are worth buying and which to avoid, emphasizing factors like ammunition availability and cost.

This video provides an in-depth look at various 10mm handguns, including the Smith & Wesson Model 610, M&P 2.0, Glock 20/40 Gen 4, and Kimber Rapide. Expert analysis from Kentucky Ballistics covers performance, recoil, malfunctions, and terminal ballistics on various targets, offering practical insights for enthusiasts.

This review covers the Swedish Mauser M38 rifle chambered in 6.5x55mm. The presenter highlights its historical significance, manufacturing year (1943), and practical performance. Key features discussed include its weight, barrel length, aftermarket flash hider, three-position safety, internal five-round magazine, and open sights calibrated to 600 meters. The unique stock disc, providing information on holdover, bore condition, and bore diameter, is explained in detail. The rifle is praised for its accuracy, mild recoil, and suitability for hunting, with demonstrated performance out to 600 yards.

This video reviews the Glock 40 Gen 4 in 10mm, highlighting its power and suitability for bear defense and hunting. The instructor, from SPN Firearms, discusses its recoil characteristics, reliability compared to other generations, and its potential as a woods or truck gun, contrasting it with smaller concealed carry options.

This video compares five military surplus rifles to the AR-15, highlighting their strengths in specific areas like mechanical durability, barrier penetration, and long-term field resilience. It examines the Swedish Mauser M96 for precision, the Chinese SKS Type 56 for reliability, the Ishapore 2A1 for cartridge availability, the M1 Garand for historical impact and power, and the Finnish M39 Mosin-Nagant for cold-weather performance. The analysis considers factors like ammunition cost, availability, and market pricing in 2026.

This video reviews the Glock 40 Gen 4 chambered in 10mm Auto, highlighting its size, weight, and suitability for bear defense. The presenter discusses the firearm's features, including finger grooves and optics readiness, and provides shooting impressions with CCI Blazer 180-grain ammunition. The review emphasizes the 10mm cartridge's power and the handgun's recoil management.

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.