Federal's 7 mm Backcountry: The Next Step In Ammo Evolution?

This video reviews four highly reliable shotguns for home defense: the Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol, Beretta 1301 Tactical, Benelli M4, and Mossberg 590A1. The expert instructor emphasizes their performance in rigorous testing, including thousands of rounds without malfunctions, and discusses their specific features, gas systems, and suitability for critical situations. The importance of pairing these reliable firearms with quality ammunition, lights, and consistent training is highlighted for effective home defense.

This video details a ballistic gel test of Corbon Power Ball .45 ACP +P 165-grain ammunition, evaluating its performance from different barrel lengths. The test highlights significant inconsistencies in both muzzle velocity and terminal ballistics, with some rounds showing minimal expansion while others fragmented. The instructor concludes the ammunition is unreliable due to inconsistent loading.

This entry analyzes the possibility of a 30-06 Springfield cartridge failing to produce an exit wound, a topic discussed with analytical skepticism. It delves into bullet weight, ballistic coefficients, and terminal performance, comparing the 30-06 to other calibers like 5.56 and .308. The analysis highlights the rarity of such an event with high-quality ammunition and calls for transparency in official reports.

This video provides a critical analysis of current ammunition prices, labeling them a 'scam.' The host, with extensive data tracking and reloading experience, details the rising costs of factory ammunition and offers a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis of reloading. He recommends specific ammunition brands and calibers for value and discusses the prohibitive cost of load development for new cartridges.

This guide details the process of ordering custom ballistic dials for Leupold scopes. It emphasizes collecting accurate data such as bullet type, weight, ballistic coefficient, muzzle velocity, altitude, temperature, and sight height to ensure precise long-range shooting. The system offers a practical alternative to ballistic apps by integrating trajectory data directly onto the scope's dial.

The video argues that the introduction and embrace of new wildcat cartridges and advanced ammunition technologies by major manufacturers in 2025 indicate a thriving ammo market, refuting rumors of a shortage. It highlights specific new calibers like the 21 Winchester Sharp, 7mm Backcountry, and 338 Arc, alongside advancements in existing lines for lever-action rifles and self-defense handguns, suggesting a 'golden age' of ammo abundance.

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.