What's Hot at SHOT 2024: HM Defense HM50B

This video explores the relationship between the cost of long-range rifles and the distance they can achieve. The presenter discusses four firearms: the FN SCAR 20S (.308 Win), Ruger Precision Rifle (300 Win Mag), FN M249 SAW (5.56 NATO), and Barrett M107A1 (50 BMG), detailing their effective ranges, maximum bullet travel, and associated costs. The analysis highlights that while higher cost generally correlates with greater distance capabilities, factors like ammunition, shooter skill, and environmental conditions are crucial for achieving optimal performance.

This video reviews seven legendary rifles renowned for their pinpoint accuracy in both range and battlefield applications. The presenter, Sully from Line 45, details the FN SCAR 20S, Styer SSG69, Barrett MRAD, Ruger Precision Rifle, Tikka T3X TAC A1, Sako TRG22A1, and Accuracy International AXMC, highlighting their specific features, performance characteristics, and suitability for precision shooting.

This video reviews the Ruger M77 Hawkeye Alaskan Bush Rifle chambered in .35 Whelen. The presenter, Hickok45, provides an in-depth look at the rifle's features, including its laminate stock, stainless finish, and iron sights. He discusses the .35 Whelen cartridge's history and effectiveness for big game hunting, particularly for North American species like bear and moose. The review also covers practical aspects such as shooting impressions, recoil, and potential ammunition issues, offering a comprehensive overview for potential buyers.

This video covers a wide range of new firearms and accessories introduced at SHOT Show 2026. Key highlights include Nemo Arms' Mongoose 10mm PCC and Electus bolt-action rifle, Ruger's updated American Rifle line and new shotgun offerings, Zenith Firearms' modernized roller-delayed PCCs, and Savage's new 110 rifle configurations. The video also features innovations from Tipman Arms in integrally suppressed barrels, Psionics' custom firearm builds and customer service, Bestie Defense's personal protection device, Safari Land's suppressor-ready holsters, and Great Lakes Firearms' Subzero bolt-action rifle.

RJ Contorno from Savage Arms introduces the new 110 RF Elite Precision rifle, designed for extreme long-range .22 LR shooting. The rifle is exceptionally heavy at over 13 lbs and features a 22-inch full-profile barrel with a custom match chamber and a 1/2x28 thread. It boasts a competition trigger adjustable to under 1 lb and an MDT ACC Gen 2 chassis, highlighting its precision engineering for competitive accuracy.

This video from Yee Yee Life tests the penetration capabilities of various firearms against a stack of baking sheets, culminating with a .50 BMG round. The experiment demonstrates the relative stopping power of different calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG, and includes a 12-gauge slug, AK-47, .308, and .30-06 rifle rounds. The results highlight significant differences in penetration, with the .50 BMG ultimately piercing all 34 baking sheets.

This video provides an expert-level overview of a heavily customized AR-15, nicknamed the 'Zombie Destroyer', built for a thematic zombie apocalypse scenario. The build features an extensive accessory loadout including multiple optics, lasers, and flashlights, along with a high magazine capacity. The demonstration includes rapid fire, engagement of Tannerite targets, and unique shooting techniques, showcasing the rifle's capabilities and the instructor's proficiency.

This video details an extreme AR-15 meltdown test, pushing a custom build to its limits. Expert instructor Eric demonstrates the process, highlighting component durability and failure points under sustained fire. The test concludes with a catastrophic barrel failure after 830 rounds, providing valuable insights into the platform's resilience.

This guide details the process of conducting an extreme durability test on an AK-47 variant, specifically the Definitive Arms VEPR, as demonstrated by Iraqveteran8888. The test involves sustained full-auto fire to induce critical heat failure, followed by inspection of components like the barrel and gas block. The expert assessment highlights the rifle's resilience, lasting 895 rounds before failure, and compares its performance to other platforms.

This guide details a 700-round rapid-fire stress test on a Yugo M92 PAP AK-47 variant, demonstrating the platform's legendary durability under extreme heat. Performed by Eric from Iraqveteran8888, the test highlights safe handling of overheated firearms and concludes with a tribute to Mikhail Kalashnikov's engineering legacy. The firearm successfully completed the test despite significant heat buildup.