American Rifleman Television: The Men and Guns of The Vietnam War, Part 3

This video provides an expert-level deep dive into the M24 SWS, featuring practical accuracy testing at 1,000 yards and historical context from U.S. Army sniper Rob Ski. The analysis covers the rifle's technical specifications, performance under challenging conditions including wind and mirage, and its operational history. Ski offers insights into the M24's design choices, such as the long action receiver and 5R rifling, and common operator errors. The content emphasizes the critical role of spotter-shooter dynamics and accurate wind calls for long-range success.

This video provides an expert overview of a replica USMC M40A1 sniper rifle presented by Brownells Inc. from The Rock Island Auction Company. The discussion covers the rifle's historical context, its components like the Remington 700 action and Redfield scope, and its significance as a collector's item. The presenters, Paul Levy and Keith Ford, highlight details such as Carlos Hathcock's signature on the stock and the Marine Corps' 'blueprinting' techniques for accuracy.

This video provides an in-depth look at the USMC M40A5 sniper rifle, detailing its history, technical specifications, and performance. Expert instructor Trey demonstrates the rifle's capabilities, from 100-yard accuracy to impressive 1300-yard hits, emphasizing the importance of component selection for clone builds and proper parallax adjustment for long-range precision. The content highlights the rifle's estimated $25,000 build cost for an exact clone.

This video explores the relationship between military and civilian firearms, using examples like the Sig Sauer XM5 (NGSW winner), AR-15/M16 lineage, and Remington 700/M40. It highlights how commercial firearms often precede military adoption and discusses differences, primarily focusing on selective fire capabilities and legal classifications like SBRs. The presenter, a Marine Corps veteran, suggests commercial variants might even offer comparable or superior quality due to less rigorous use and maintenance in military settings.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.