The Best First .22 Rifle: Semi-Auto vs. Bolt-Action — #319

This review of the Derya Arms TM22 Flash 18 covers initial shooting impressions, sight zeroing, and extensive reliability testing with various .22 LR ammunition. The rifle demonstrates good practical accuracy and a decent trigger for rapid fire, but requires high-velocity ammunition for consistent cycling out of the box. The reviewer highlights the rifle's 'proper' feel and impressive build quality for its origin.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Savage .22lr bolt-action rifle, emphasizing its value for every gun owner and prepper. The speaker details its features, including a bull barrel and Vortex scope, and demonstrates its accuracy with both standard and high-capacity magazines. The utility of the .22lr for hunting, training, and its affordability is discussed, with a recommendation for the Ruger 10/22 as a semi-auto alternative.

Elliott Delp, an established firearms content creator, recommends the Daniel Defense DDM4 V9 for its reliability and accuracy across various applications like hunting and training. He also highlights the Ruger 10/22 as an excellent, budget-friendly option for beginners, ideal for plinking and small game due to its ease of use.

Honest Outlaw's Chris reviews the top 10 firearms from SHOT Show 2026, highlighting genuine innovations and industry trends. Key releases include competition-focused pistols from Smith & Wesson and Steyr, updated platforms like the FN SCAR, and budget-friendly options such as the Mossberg Maverick 88 Semi-Auto and PSA's .50 BMG rifle. The show also featured advancements in modular handgun systems and optics.

This video from sootch00 provides an expert overview of new Ruger and Marlin firearms unveiled at SHOT Show 2026. It highlights key updates to the Ruger 10/22, the return of the Red Label III shotgun, the new Harrier AR-pattern rifle, and the innovative RXM polymer pistol. The presentation features insights from Tom Finch, offering a manufacturer's perspective on design and features.

This video from Exile Armory in Weaver, AL, provides a comprehensive overview of their current firearms inventory, including rifles, carbines, rimfires, shotguns, handguns, and NFA items like suppressors and SBRs. The hosts, Aver and Ray Ray, highlight specific models and calibers, offering insights into pricing and availability. The presentation showcases a wide range of firearms from various manufacturers, catering to diverse shooting interests, from hunting to self-defense and tactical applications. The segment also acknowledges local sponsors and features a brief weather report.

This video compares buckshot and birdshot for home defense scenarios, highlighting their effectiveness and penetration characteristics. At close range, both are lethal, but birdshot offers a safer option due to reduced over-penetration risk through interior walls. The Remington 870 is featured as a suitable platform.

This video provides a detailed guide on how to field strip a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington of American Handgunner. It covers the essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly including bushing rotation and slide removal, and a reverse reassembly process. An alternative 'cheat' method is also demonstrated for quicker disassembly, along with tips on using bushing wrenches and a strong emphasis on firearm safety rules.

This video showcases a museum-quality, first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker revolver discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The firearm, manufactured in 1875, exhibits significant authentic patina and wear, including a thin muzzle from holster carry, indicating heavy historical use. Its discovery among homestead ruins highlights its deep burial and preservation.

This guide advocates for a '5-minute clean' approach to modern firearms, emphasizing that intensive cleaning is often unnecessary and can cause premature wear. It details a streamlined process focusing on essential areas like the barrel chamber and slide rails, using minimal solvent and oil. The video also warns against common mistakes like over-oiling magazines, promoting efficient maintenance for reliable function.