Videos tagged with Aperture Sights

This video provides an in-depth review of the Winchester Wildcat Sporter rifle. It highlights the rifle's blend of modern features and traditional aesthetics, with a focus on its .22 Long Rifle chambering, walnut stock, and robust action. The review details practical aspects like its Picatinny rail for optics, adjustable aperture sights, and ergonomic design. It also elaborates on the user-friendly operation, including the dual bolt-lock mechanisms and innovative magazine release systems. The video showcases the rifle's performance on the range, emphasizing its accuracy and reliability, and also briefly touches on its historical lineage with Winchester's rimfire offerings.

This episode of the GUNS Magazine Podcast features Andy Larsson, owner of Skinner Sights, discussing the resurgence and benefits of peep sights (aperture sights). Larsson explains why these sights are considered "magic" and offers practical advice on their use and installation. The podcast is sponsored by 4Patriots, an emergency food kit provider.

This video explores the Otterup Model 69, a precision rifle developed in Denmark by Schultz & Larsen. Leveraging surplus German K98k actions and receivers acquired after WWI, the company produced a series of improved hunting and sporting rifles. The Model 1969, the final iteration, features a heavy barrel (often chambered in 6.5x55mm), a distinctive pistol-grip stock, a high-quality Danish target trigger, and aperture sights. These rifles became a fixture for Danish competitive shooters for decades. The video highlights the rifle's lineage from German military tooling to a Danish sporting firearm.

This video features a range test of the VHS-2 bullpup rifle. The reviewer tests both a short-barreled VHS-K2 variant designed for French police trials (limited to 2-round burst) and a full-length VHS-F2 variant from French military trials. Despite a slightly long length of pull, the reviewer praises the rifle's in-line layout for its stability in automatic fire, pleasant shooting experience, effective aperture sights, and the versatility of its long Picatinny rail for optics. The ambidextrous controls and the ability to switch ejection ports are highlighted as significant advantages. Overall, the VHS-2 is identified as a top-tier bullpup in the reviewer's opinion.

This Q&A video from Forgotten Weapons addresses a diverse range of firearm-related topics, including the status of their 'Pistols of the Warlords' book, the accuracy of open-bolt guns, historical arms development, reliability in harsh environments, and the potential impact of different design choices. The discussion also touches on specific firearms like the M1 Carbine, Webley WG revolver, and vz61 Skorpion. Additionally, the creator answers questions about optics, gun development dead ends, and even includes a brief mention of amateur radio.

This video from Precision Rifle Network showcases a challenging 1123-yard shot at the NRA High Power white buffalo target at the Whittington Center. The target itself is massive, measuring 6ft x 10ft with a 16-inch aiming plate. While acknowledging that some shooters achieve this with aperture sights, the video highlights how modern rifles make this distance more accessible. The description also lists various high-quality gear used, including Kestrel weather meters, Swarovski binoculars, Atlas bipods, Leupold and Nightforce scopes, and ballistic data books, all pointing towards serious long-range precision shooting.

This episode of Tom Gresham's Gun Talk: The After Show, celebrating its one-year anniversary, features discussions on aperture sights, navigating political differences with allies, and the sensitive topic of passing down family heirlooms before one's passing. The show also promotes various ways to access Gun Talk content, including live radio, podcasts, and dedicated mobile apps, underscoring the brand's reach and accessibility to its audience.

This video features Nutnfancy testing the Hi-Point 995 carbine with Cr0cket20. Despite its unconventional looks, the 995 proves to be a capable and accurate firearm, impressing everyone who shoots it. The review highlights the rifle's excellent accuracy and aperture sights, but also notes the limitations of 10-round magazines, its heavier weight, and polarizing aesthetics. The content promises a forthcoming tabletop review of this excellent PCC (Pistol Caliber Carbine).