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This review highlights the CVA Scout in .300 Blackout as an exceptionally quiet and affordable suppressed rifle, costing only $350. Tested with subsonic ammunition and a SilencerCo Harvester, it achieved a remarkable 78.8 dB, quieter than a pellet gun and suitable for hunting or defense. The review contrasts this with louder firearms like an AR-15 (.223) at 108.1 dB and a suppressed 6.5 Creedmoor at 87.5 dB, emphasizing the impact of action type and ammunition on noise levels.

This "Gun Of The Week" feature from American Rifleman examines the CVA Cascade Long Range Hunter (LRH). The video details its features, designed for extended-range shooting and hunting. It highlights the rifle's turn-bolt action, 4140 steel receiver, three-lug bolt with a tactical knob, and thicker, fluted barrels with a radial muzzle brake and 5/8x24 TPI threading. The stock is rigid with an adjustable cheekpiece and length of pull, and the receiver sports a one-piece Picatinny rail with a 20-m.o.a. tilt. The rifle is chambered in popular calibers like .308 Win., 6.5 mm Creedmoor, and .300 Win. Mag., and comes with a three-round detachable box magazine. Testers found it to be a potent choice for long-range work with smooth operation and fast follow-up shots, noting its suitability for a wide range of shooters.

This video explores making firearms exceptionally quiet, focusing on suppressed .300 Blackout rifles and the effectiveness of subsonic ammunition. It highlights the FX Impact M3 air rifle as a 'stupid quiet' alternative for hunting and discusses the physics of firearm noise, including sonic cracks and muzzle blast. Legal distinctions between airgun moderators and firearm suppressors are also clarified, along with innovations in suppressing shotguns and the new 8.6 Blackout cartridge.

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 explores surprisingly great firearms available for under $300, focusing on value and fun rather than high-end performance. It covers a range of options including the Desert Tech Trek-22 chassis for the Ruger 10/22, a vintage Stoeger Luger, the Tokarev TBP-12 shotgun, and the Heritage Rough Rider revolver. The review also touches on surplus rifles like the M91 Carcano and budget-friendly single-shot options like the CVA Scout and Altor pistol, offering practical insights into their features and potential drawbacks.

This video provides an expert review of several rifles chambered in the powerful .300 Winchester Magnum cartridge. It covers a range of platforms from tactical bolt-actions like the Barrett MRAD and Ruger Hawkeye LR to semi-automatic options like the Nemo Arms Omen, and budget-friendly choices such as the CVA Cascade. The assessment highlights key features, accuracy potential, and intended use cases for each firearm, offering valuable insights for potential buyers.

This video demonstrates that a suppressed .22 LR pistol firing subsonic ammunition can be quieter than a compound bow. It explains how suppressors work by slowing gas release and highlights the sonic crack produced by supersonic rounds. Subsonic ammunition is shown to be crucial for maximum noise reduction.

This Backfire LLC #shorts video debunks a politician's claim that an AR-15 weighs as much as 10 moving boxes and shoots .50 caliber bullets. The AR-15 typically weighs around 6.5 lbs, and most variants chamber .22 caliber rounds like 5.56mm, not .50 caliber. While rare AR-15s can chamber .50 Beowulf, this is distinct from the common .50 BMG.

This short demonstrates the destructive power of a 12-gauge shotgun using ballistics gel. Slow-motion footage reveals 7.5 shot pellets traveling at 1300 fps, creating a 5-inch deep wound with a 1-foot spread from approximately 350 lead balls. The video also dissects a shell, highlighting the wad and gunpowder responsible for the impact.

The used gun section can reveal firearms that owners regret purchasing, often due to excessive recoil. A Browning X-Bolt Pro Featherlight in .300 RUM, despite its high-end features and cost, is frequently resold because the caliber's extreme recoil makes it unpleasant to shoot. This highlights the importance of considering practical shooting experience over raw ballistics when choosing a rifle.