Lever Guns, Ammo Innovations & Suppressed Hunting

Published on April 23, 2025
Duration: 40:54

This video delves into the nuances of ammunition selection and innovation, particularly for lever-action firearms and suppressed shooting. JJ Reich from Federal Ammunition discusses how bullet design and case technology are crucial for optimizing performance in various calibers, from .22LR to large game hunting cartridges like the 7mm Backount. The conversation highlights the importance of choosing the right projectile for specific applications, whether for hunting, self-defense, or target shooting, emphasizing Federal's latest offerings and the growing trends in ammunition development.

Quick Summary

Federal's 'Hammer Down' ammunition is specifically engineered for lever-action rifles, featuring heavy-for-caliber, bonded hunting bullets designed to retain weight and expand effectively for deep penetration and optimal hunting performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00:00Introduction to Suppressed Squirrel Hunting
  2. 00:42:00Leverfest Event and Guest JJ Reich
  3. 01:06:00Federal Ammunition Innovations
  4. 02:21:00Lever Gun Calibers: 45-70, 44 Mag, 45 Colt
  5. 03:03:00The Importance of Bullet Choice Over Cartridge
  6. 04:26:00Federal Hammer Down Cartridge
  7. 05:08:00Bonded Hunting Bullets for Lever Guns
  8. 06:07:00Bullet Bonding Techniques
  9. 06:47:00357 Magnum Out of a Lever Gun
  10. 07:17:00Optimizing Cartridges for Defense and Hunting
  11. 08:12:00Son's First Deer Hunt with a Lever Gun
  12. 10:02:00Heavy Bullets and Mass
  13. 10:36:00The Analog Experience of Lever Guns
  14. 11:06:00Tactical Lever Guns and Ammo
  15. 11:26:00HST and Hydrashock Deep for Defense
  16. 13:14:00New Ammunition and Cartridges
  17. 15:35:00Savage Revel Rifle and New .22 Ammo
  18. 15:58:00Federal Hammer Down .22LR
  19. 17:12:00Federal Punch .22LR for Defense
  20. 18:32:00Cartridge and Ballistics Nerd Talk
  21. 19:01:007mm Backount Cartridge Deep Dive
  22. 20:02:007mm Backount for Suppressors
  23. 21:13:00Case Technology: Peak Alloy
  24. 22:26:00Lever Gun Trends and Shorter Barrels
  25. 23:05:00Elk Hunt with 7mm Backount
  26. 24:50:007mm Backount Bullet Options
  27. 25:36:00Future Cartridge Development
  28. 26:32:00The Resurgence of .32 Caliber
  29. 27:02:00.327 Federal Magnum
  30. 28:33:00Federal Micro Ammunition
  31. 29:21:00Smith & Wesson UC J-Frame in .32
  32. 30:03:00New Federal Shotgun Loads
  33. 30:47:00Federal Masterclass & Upland Paper
  34. 32:21:00Barnes LRX and Terminal Ascent
  35. 33:08:006mm ARC and HST 44 Rem
  36. 33:54:00Revolver Fest vs. Leverfest
  37. 34:42:00Suppressor Fest Discussion
  38. 35:09:00The Case for Multiple Suppressors
  39. 37:00:00Trends in Ammunition and Suppressors
  40. 37:31:00Subsonic Ammunition Fun
  41. 38:06:00Advantages of Suppressed Hunting
  42. 39:27:00Audi Murphy and Suppressed Hunting Analogy
  43. 40:04:00Conclusion and Future Events

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Federal's 'Hammer Down' ammunition special for lever-action firearms?

Federal's 'Hammer Down' ammunition is specifically engineered for lever-action rifles. It features heavy-for-caliber, bonded hunting bullets designed to retain weight and expand effectively, ensuring deep penetration and optimal performance for hunting applications with these classic firearms.

How does the 7mm Backount cartridge differ from traditional cartridges like 7mm PRC?

The 7mm Backount cartridge is designed with suppressors and shorter barrels in mind. It utilizes advanced Peak Alloy case technology, allowing it to operate at higher pressures and maintain significant velocity from shorter barrels, unlike cartridges like the 7mm PRC which are optimized for longer barrels.

What are the benefits of using a suppressor for hunting?

Suppressors significantly reduce noise, protecting hearing and lessening flinching, which can improve accuracy. They also decrease recoil, allowing the shooter to better observe the shot's impact. For small game like squirrels, suppressed .22LR is exceptionally quiet and effective.

What are the key differences between Federal's .22LR 'Hammer Down' and 'Punch' ammunition?

'Hammer Down' .22LR is a match-grade, heavier bullet designed for hunting, prioritizing penetration. 'Punch' .22LR is intended for self-defense, featuring a solid, flat-faced bullet engineered for deep penetration without excessive over-penetration, making it suitable for semi-autos and revolvers.

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