#10MinuteTalk

[@johnfrankham1989]

This gun for my sons first rifle was such a good idea, I bought one and got it ready as soon as I could. He’s only 8 weeks old but he said I could borrow it for 12 years 👍🏼

[@sethboyce9832]

My son got a cz 527 in 17 hornet for his first Christmas lol. Now that they’ve discontinued them I wish he would have gotten a 204 and a 223 as well

[@bradedwards3438]

Once more, we, the viewers are appreciative of a 30 minute long #10minutetalk

[@fndrr42]

As soon as PSA starts loading it, I am so in 😂.

[@JAC8504]

im wanting 338 ARC lol

[@fndrr42]

@ - I know 6 arc is better but 6.5 Grendel aac ammo for $13/box is almost too tempting to pass up 😂

[@maxximus2012]

@@fndrr42 6.5 grendel is a champ

[@meanman6992]

@@maxximus2012at breaking AR15 bolts 😅

[@maxximus2012]

@@meanman6992 6 arc uses the same bolt...

[@jonenlow8490]

Keep the 6 arc stuff coming. Now we need a 22 arc series

[@MrJtin69]

And 338 arc such a fun cartridge

[@paulbearrows2094]

As a die hard 30 06 hunter. This little cartridge was way out of my comfort zone. Am i glad i let Ryan talk me into this little howa. Shot more this summer and learned how to reload on this. Took a nice doe whitetail with it this fall also. 130 yard shot went less than 20 yards heavy blood trail. 80 grain barnes ttsx

[@johncarroll3089]

Ryan and I did Howa Carbon Stalkers at the same time with very similar goals however I chose 6.5 Grendel. I do not hand load but want to say the more I shoot my Grendel the more accurate it seems to get. I have yet to have a kill with it but what a joy in the field it is.

[@jjgriffin3275]

6 ARC is so amazing and versitile. keep the 6 ARC vids coming and DEFINITLY want to hear about Ryans next 6arc build

[@corrigendum3955]

I took my first deer (mule deer) with a Barnes in 6.5 Grendel on an AR platform last year. It has easily become my favorite thing to shoot. Someday I'd love to compare it to a 6 ARC. BTW, I chose a Barnes cartridge because of Ryan's numerous passionate recommendations. 😅

[@maxximus2012]

6.5 grendel is fantastic

[@Greyzonecompliant]

Do you use the 100gr ttsx or heavier? I have not loaded anything with copper in my 6.5 Grendel yet. The 127gr lrx seems long in that cartridge. Enlighten me 😉

[@spencertruman2004]

​@@GreyzonecompliantI use the 115gr. Would love to try the 100 ttsx but it wouldn't show any difference on game. It is the only grendel round that consistently gives exit wounds on big pigs for me. Sst, eld m don't usually make it through the exit side ribs on pigs over 150#

[@corrigendum3955]

@@Greyzonecompliant Just the factory Barnes 115 grain TTSX. I want to get into reloading, but not there yet.

[@DakotaLeonhard]

Was just load testing my 6 ARC with the 90gr Tipped GameKing this evening. I'm running the 20" heavy barreled Howa action so my velocities aren't quite matching what your rifle was showing, but I expected such. Pleasant surprise to pop on and see this video. Congratulations on the successful hunting!

[@fubar1807]

My Howa 6 ARC is becoming my favorite rifle

[@ericmidikiff1594]

You guys should come to Arizona and use your 6ARC to hunt javelina next year in February.

[@BcFuTw9jt]

Took 2 whitetail and 2 antelope with that loading this year out of a Savage Axis with a 22 inch barrel. Pash thoughs on all four. Ranges went from 110 yards out to 280 yards.

[@jonenlow8490]

I have 3 6arc rifles. 1 gas and 2 bolts. Love this cartridge

[@sgtpickles1319]

Hey guys, would love to see a full episode on youth calibers for big game hunting. Also hoping for a 6.5PRC vs 270 Winchester comparison.

[@sethboyce9832]

90 grain gamechanger shoots amazing. My son shot his first buck with 6 arc last year using 85 gr nosler partition. 55 yard shot. Busted near side shoulder bone. Had an exit. Deer ran 40 yards and piled up

[@Ma_Deuce]

I got my mule deer this year with at 302 yards. 20" gas gun with the factory precision hunter ammo. He went 50 yards and fell over to not get back up again.

[@johnfrankham1989]

I’m not a hand loader so glad to hear the factory stuff works great. Big fan of the precision hunter ammo in my .308.

[@tsechejak7598]

Custom hinged bottom metal are now available for the 1500 mini! Nothing wrong with the box mag but I prefer hinged floprplate or hidden magazine.

[@k31scout39]

I really did not need another cartridge to load for but couldn't resist the 6ARC after the podcasts on it. My Howa mini action is inbound from Bud's Gun Shop and my reloading supplies are soon to follow.

[@homeinthewhiteoaks]

I’d love to see more contents on Bullets. Would love to see a video on the game King Bullets fired in a few different calibers into gel. Most of us realize the bullet selection is more important than the cartridge, within reason.

[@exodusz19]

Yall were the reason I built a 6ARC gas gun and you better believe it’s got a Vortex LPVO riding on top! Also 6 ARC is a scalpel, not a sledgehammer

[@MelMacfarlane-zi5ph]

Love my 6 ARC. Great on coyotes and whitetail deer. Also great kids whitetail gun.

[@JonLowe-jj9ld]

Thanks for sharing guys. 👍 Awesome stuff.

[@lylewalters909]

Ive been hunting since I was 12 and im 54 now. Last year in northern Michigan, I shot the largest doe ive ever shot. Her hind legs were above the 8ft beam in the garage, and her nose was on the concrete. It was a 220+ or - yards broadside. With a 103gr eldx, she went 30 yards and piled up. The 6mm ARC is more than capable of whitetail, especially at ethical ranges for the cartridge. IMO is 400 or less, but in the right hands, the 95gr lrx i could see more, but lots of practice.

[@lylewalters909]

Hey Ryan.. either of you guys want to hunt northern Michigan? It's 30 miles west of Gaylod MI.

[@BryanShull-lt8gz]

As I have said before Ryan, you need to give a serious look at the 6x45 and the 25-45 Sharps. Especially in the AR 15 platform where the 5.56 bolt face is best. With 80 grain ttsx, cci 41 primers and 27.5 grains of Ram Tac I'm getting 2989 fps average mv out of my 25-45 Sharp's with no pressure signs. Out of the 6x45 with 100 grain Interlocks, cci 41 primers 25.5 grains of Ram Tac I'm getting 2741 fps mv with no pressure signs. Both barrels are Blackhole Weaponry 24" stainless steel with their specific rifling which reduces pressure and increases velocity. I used Ram Tac because I have 8 pounds of it and I used cci 41 primers because I couldn't get any more powder in the case! I couldn't find ttsx in the 6mm at that time and I was wanting to use it this season. I started working with mine in the summer also and the whole reason I wanted something off the 5.56 case is because I have a bucket full of Lake City brass.

[@johnmoore5544]

I just finished a 6 arc 22” ar15 build. So far shooting factor ammo to get brass and getting sub moa and Even some sub half moa groups. Liked it so much I got a 14.5” barrel coming to be pin and welded for a second build

[@MobiuSphere]

I'm already sold on the Howa 1500, I just wish someone other than Hornady had a factory offering. Though I do have a lot of saved brass from various calibers so this may be the one that finally makes me take the plunge into reloading

[@brianwood7882]

Federal is just starting to load it.

[@dawsonmorgan9289]

Great video. You guys have such a great podcast. I really hope you guys drop a 7mm Backcountry video. Would love to see y'all's opinion on it

[@adamwiggins5777]

Love the 6ARC content. This will be my sons first whitetail rifle, and I’m going to get myself one as well

[@Jeffreyperez-rp6ow]

That sounds like an interesting, fun to use, lite rifle/cartridge combo. HEY RYAN , You know what ELSE is hunt proven ? The .358win. CARTRIDGE TALK episode dedicated to that Has to be coming soon. Correct ? jmp

[@BertShackleford]

I welcome any and all content you wish to provide on the _6mm ARC._ The _6mm ARC_ along with the _6.8 Western_ have quickly become my new favorite cartridges. As a 'knowledge junkie', I simply cannot get enough information on those two amazing offerings. With that being said, may I request a cartridge talk on the *.405 Winchester* _and_ the *.32 H&R Magnum?* Please and thank you. Obviously, the .405 Winchester gained notoriety as the favorite cartridge of President/Colonel Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt. There is _a lot_ to unpack with this rather antiquated cartridge. Its predecessor and successor(s), rifles chamberings, ballistic data, game taken, Teddy's reasoning behind this choice of caliber, etc. The history behind the cartridge is quite fascinating. Especially to the uninitiated. Furthermore, I noticed a dearth of pistol caliber cartridge talks. Forgive me for mentioning this one again, but the *.32 H&R Magnum* has recently experienced a rapid rise in popularity. Thanks to Smith & Wesson/Lipsey's new _Ultimate Carry J-Frame_ (432/632UC model) chambered in the aforementioned *.32 H&R Magnum.* Might be worth discussing both cartridges at a future date, gentlemen. Preferably a round-table including Jim. The trifecta of three minds really adds a greater perspective to all topics of conversation. Stay classy my friends.

[@20020x]

Great Stuff again fellas.

[@billhendon1017]

Love the hunting stories

[@michaelthompson7570]

thanks for a new idea on a build....sounds interesting,,have a 6mmtcu that is fun to shoot too but the arc kinda hits an itch....

[@karencarroll2571]

Great podcast gvys. The follow vp on this rifle has been a fvn jovrney.

[@ndbartel]

Ok... hear me out... 6mm backcountry arc... give me all the psi. Can we get hornady and federal to play nice together?

[@gonepostal9101]

Now you are looking at proprietary case AND proprietary powder.

[@TheKegs96]

6 GT

[@WHEELZCUSTOMKYDEX]

So i got into yote hunting 5 or so years ago and i started with a ar in 223, then switched to a 22” tikka 243. Then my buddy convinced me to get my permit to hunt from a vehicle since im handicapped. Got approved and now I’ve been searching for a bolt action truck gun. I thought about chopping up and threading my rem 788 .243 but then i found a howa mini action carbon stalker in 6arc with a 20” barrel already threaded. I found a jtac elf owl chassis for it and it’s perfect. This 6arc video is really crazy timing lol

[@merylpelosi8485]

We just use old Jeep Grand Cherokees and 12 ga. autoloaders on private property.

[@WHEELZCUSTOMKYDEX]

@ well im not going to break the rules. And breaking the rules in Minnesota-pisses off the Minnesota politicians causing them to make more unnecessary bs rules.

[@JNOSNOW]

I'm doing a 6.5 Grendel have barreled action from Brownells, chopping barrel to 12", pop it into a chassis and a folding brace. So you have a small pistol with plenty of power for 300 yards and in and easy to throw around the truck.

[@jacksontd7757]

Shot my doe with a 108 eld m in my 20" 6mm arc gas gun. 262 yd shot. Perfomed phenomenally. Velocity average is 2550 fps out of my gun.

[@Patrick-xd8jv]

I shoot 58 vmax at 3550 with a 22” barrel and enjoy the low recoil and low barrel heat. A2200 is the powder

[@BigRob345]

Cool cartridge, and on the possible list for me. It's very similar to the 6BR just in a smaller format

[@bertpulaski2492]

I do enjoy these 6ARC videos even though I’m a massive .243win. I’m tossing around the idea of a barrel for my Contender in 6ARC with around a 16-18” barrel. I’m looking at it as a super lightweight and easy to carry rifle. I would definitely use it on hogs/deer/antelope. I would probably use a different bullet since I have a ton of Sierra Prohunter 100gr. My .243’s love that bullet and I’ve been using it since the early 90’s.

[@MrJtin69]

6mm arc hunting is an experts cartridge right projectile and shot placement and distanced engaged is vital

[@TimBinns68]

Cartridge wars... 6mm arc vs 6.5 Grendel

[@zingo_man]

VERY interested in this experiment

[@chadillac95]

I will do one of these builds just as soon as tikka makes a left handed rifle in 6mm ARC

[@Outdoor-Tactics]

I've got a video up on the channel of a hunt with the 6 ARC in WV. He went 30 yards frontal and down he went!

[@LAWLESSXX88]

Hey Ryan, here you thought of trying one the several modern SBR or pistol bolt guns ( minifix, Christensen, or pork sword lol)? I know you loose some velocity with shorter barrels, but a folding stock/brace with a short barrel and good suppressor makes a wonderful compact versatile setup that is very capable. I couldn't quite afford the brands I mentioned (just used them because well known) so I got 2 savage 110 pcs ( 300blk and 308) with a folding brace and a suppressor. I absolutely love them.

[@JNOSNOW]

Howa heavy barrel 6.5 Grendel barrel action, cut to 12", toss it in a chassis, attack a folding brace or stick if you want, and a little lightweight scope. Perfect little 300 yard rifle.

[@jmc041071]

What would be the largest game animal that Ryan would consider using his 6ARC on?

[@Mrgunsngear]

🇺🇸

[@Acute.]

When will Psa start selling some aac 6mm

[@josiahwise6160]

I also got a Howa Mini Stalker in 6ARC. With a Leupold 3-9 CDS and Talley rings I believe I’m coming in at 5lb 10oz with very little recoil. I had really wanted to get a 6ARC from Melvin Forbes but by the time I had the money saved NULA had been sold to Wilson Combat. I’m hoping one day they’ll expand their offerings and chamber the NULA 20S in 6ARC.

[@josiahwise6160]

I’ve been shooting factory 103gr ELDX but I’ve recently started reloading that brass with the 95LRX as well, I’ve just had incredible luck with the Barnes bullets in all my other rifles.

[@davidkinel2665]

Since there is two separate sets of load data for the 6 arc, can we call the bolt gun data the 6 mm Muckenhirn?

[@kirlu50]

How does it feed? I am considering a 6 mm barrel for a rifle. The lazy choice is a .243 and a 6 mm arc or 6XC are what I are drawn to. Maybe even the 6mm Freres. They will all do the job on the gaim, but feeding/cycling the next carteridge well can be important in a hunting situation.

[@Pennshitz]

My 6mm/08 did well this year for me.

[@brianedgett2134]

What are you getting that the 6.5 Grendel is not providing?

[@Looscannon94]

Better ballistic performance down range for the most part.

[@maxximus2012]

@@Looscannon94 slightly at higher cost and less loading options

[@maxximus2012]

single digit % performance increase claims. But only Hornady loads it and can't go as heavy on bullet weight. If you have a 6.5 Grendel, there is not a significant improvement unless you're shooting in higher winds at quite long distance. Within 300 yds? you won't see much difference. By the numbers though, 6.5 grendel delivers more energy within 300 yds when comparing the most common bullet weight with greater expansion diameter. It is mostly hype from Hornady. 22 Arc actually offers something notably different and if you need more energy and less drop at more than 300 yds, go with something like 6.5 CM, 6 CM, or 6 PRC.

[@phild9813]

With that small of a case, I prefer a smaller caliber. That’s why I would choose a 6arc over a 6.5 Grendel. That said, terminal performance on game is probably nearly identical.

[@phild9813]

I would choose a 22 arc over both the 6 and 6.5.

[@jeffreyadams5017]

6 arc is a great round. As far as Barnes bullets , yes absolutely. Would rather have 2 holes than 1

[@tysonfromm5397]

any thoughts on 6 arc in the six8 platform instead of ar-15? psa's new sabre for 338 and 6 arc look sweet.

[@NashVegas13]

Topic for discussion: What is more important… bullet diameter or bullet weight? Example: (hunting application) would you rather have .270 130 grain… or 6.5 prc 143 grain?

[@coolhandluke8443]

So take the gel block turn it up end wise up..feel full of water with food coloring let it set for several days, refill if necessary then visually you could show all the cracks,cavities and little crevices of the wound channel and all…possibly?

[@camarottls1]

can you take a look at 7mm valkyrie?

[@dawsonmorgan9289]

Would love that too.

[@joebowman8204]

Wondering if I could get similar results on game using factory loaded ammo

[@DavidVincent-f5l]

These guys making a 6 arc trifecta.

[@DWShooting]

What do you guys think of the 224 valkyrie? It seems pretty close to the 6 arc

[@Petethepigkilla]

Do .22 ARC instead.

[@benhorton6713]

Less efficient case, heavier higher bc bullets in the 6mm. It’s not in the class of case technology that these new cartridges are in. Not enough better than the 223 to justify the cost.

[@joshuatucker7457]

224 Valkyrie was a swing and a miss by Federal. The 22 ARC is what the Valk should have been to begin with.

[@phild9813]

22arc and 224 Valkyrie are practically the same, so saying the arc is what the Valkyrie should have been is a bit ridiculous. 224 Valkyrie as a concept was fine and could have killed the 22 arc before it even existed. Issues of its own doing at introduction killed the 224 Valkyrie. Neither are what they should be, as both use ridiculous bolt face diameters. Should have been a 308 or 223 bolt face diameter to make them more ideal.

[@joshuatucker7457]

@@phild9813 there's a fairly significant difference in the case design between the 2. The Valk is too long to fit good bullets in a 2.260 AR mag, while the ARC is ideal for that. I'm also not sure why you think the bolt face for an ARC is ridiculous, as it's the same as the most common round on the planet. Seems like a GREAT choice to me.

[@kenorrah8072]

“ Not Chassis radical “ Well….. I just ventured into the “ Chassis radical “ on my Howa 6 ARC . It certainly is different and I’m reserving my opinion until I’ve got a few more hundred rounds down range.

[@chrisholloman3710]

Look at Mr. fancy pants Ryan in his Eddie Bauer 1/4 zip. I haven't seen something from them in years.

[@wadeanders4579]

Just had too...#WHIZZZUMMM !!!

[@clayp520]

Thinking of doing the same. Did you consider the Howa Mini or Bergara Stoke?

[@Petethepigkilla]

I am currently in the process of building a Howa Mini in 6 ARC.

[@benhorton6713]

His rifle has a Howa mini action in it, no? Pretty sure he said that in a previous video introducing the rifle. Could be wrong.

[@Drakehilt]

I may have missed it, but what bulletbwas he using on these 2 kills?

[@cathyosterman7586]

Barnes lrx

[@Drakehilt]

@cathyosterman7586 that's what I figured. Idk if he ever said it, but I may have missed it

[@Lovesbighangers]

I had the same gun and sold it because when you work the bolt it sounds like a zipper…and the the barrel was pinned to one side of the stock at the forend and blueing was missing….quality was awful…now i have a browning white gold medallion and it’s amazing

[@clayp520]

I think he has a Howa Carbon Stalker. The Mini is a different rifle: has a different stock and a lot cheaper. But other than that, I think they are similar.

[@joshuatucker7457]

They're both minis, only difference is the stocks

[@maker_greg]

I gotta get on developing a good 95gr lrx for my 6 arc gasser. I've been told it's best to fully clean the bore from lead fouling before working with copper bullets. Anyone heard similar?

[@TheJZackT]

Yes. Use a Borescope to see inside the bore to check.

[@Funting3417]

6arc is cool and all but on the next 10 minute talk the 340weatherby magnum

[@leskrug9266]

Wish we could have saw that gun on KZbin!

[@benhorton6713]

It is. He has an intro video in the rifle, several months back.

[@benhorton6713]

On’

[@jamesmcd2]

Would be even more capable if loaded with a fragmenting cup & core bullet that will create a bigger wound channel.

[@DanielPhillips86VA]

Spaghetti Shootout: Best cartridge to start your children hunting deer with and why?

[@hawaiianhunter]

My friend shot 2 Hawaiian sheep here in Hawaii at 200 yards broadside lined up perfectly in the scenario, sent the Hornady match right through both of um!!! This cartridge is everything Ryan is saying it is!

[@armalite3009]

Mark you need to get a suppressor for your girls. My daughter refuses to shoot unless its suppressed because she hates the blast and noise. Get a suppressor Mark...Do it for your kids...Be a good father...lol

[@Stephen-oy7fl]

If you can't buy factory ammo, then its irrelevant. The 243 smokes it in every way and you can't buy the 6mm ARC or PRC ammo at Walmart. Its the same for the 270. All the fancy 6.5s are blown away by the 270. The reasons why these two cartridges have been successful for so long is obvious. Easier to shoot, with larger calibre effectiveness. If you can make a group at 300 yards smaller than the palm of your hand, then the target is dead. It why the 303 is still popular. Its old, a little slower, but hits very hard out to 500 yards because that was the maximum you shot in war. Whats the most popular calibre in Europe for wild boar? The 30-06 with a 200gn bullet. Lots of powder, heavy bullet and a nice long barrel and lots of speed.

[@randallsreloads]

Have you looked at powder prices these days? I’ll take a tiny efficient case that does the job with no recoil. It’s 2025, but ammo online. That alone can save you big bucks!

[@lawrencefranck9417]

Why not the 6creed if you want 308 sized bolt….

[@Morinehtur]

Smoll

[@thestrawberrypatch5644]

1 mil at 300 yards and the coyote is toast.

[@RON-m8c]

😁 RYAN, WE WANT TO MEET YOUR HUNTING PARTNER!!! 🤷‍♂️

[@dougkahler7152]

3:58

[@dougkahler7152]

Barnes TTSX TSX and even the old X bullet are in my opinion the best hunting bullets ever made. From Jackrabbits to Moose and even Brown Bears they just plain work ! I had a 6 MM ARC gas gun built with a match barrel that once it was broke in shoots 5 shot 1/2 or better groups consistently. I need Ryan to build me a super lightweight 24 inch bolt gun in this remarkable little caliber.

[@stevenmonkman7748]

From an engineering perspective, I really like the copper alloy bullets. You don’t have the parasitic losses (in energy and momentum) that you would have with lead bullets. As the lead bullet deforms and sheds weight, there is a parasitic loss in momentum. It takes energy to disintegrate and deform the bullet, thus there is a parasitic loss in energy. Think about cars with their crumple zones. They are there to dissipate energy in a car collision, so there is less energy transfer to the occupant of the vehicle. If a majority of the energy and momentum transfer goes towards creating a wound channel. It means you can use lighter bullets and smaller charges, to achieve the same effects compared to lead bullets. Which turns means you can use lighter rifles, so less fatigue when hunting.

[@mikedrescher3891]

Hi I'd like the weakest 6mm available please? 😂😂😂😂 is there a new trophy mouse season coming up?

[@randallsreloads]

If it’s “weak”, but kills, I’d call it efficient. Load two rounds of 6arc with the powder to push one round of 30-06 lol

[@RON-m8c]

😁 RYAN, Not To "Burst Your Bubble", But The 270 Winchester (With a 130 grain Bullet, Like The Nosler Ballistics Tip) Can Be Loaded With a Variety of Powders That Will Get You Over 3,200 ft/s: Superformance, Magpro, Reloader 16, etc...! That Is WHY It Is The Most Popular Western Deer and Antelope Rifle Cartridge! 🤗

[@benhorton6713]

lol. He knows, but the rifle has more recoil for shot trace and is a heavier rifle. Not what he was going for.

[@RON-m8c]

@benhorton6713 😁 It Was a Reference To The Discussion in Yesterday's Podcast, Not This One! 🤭

[@RON-m8c]

@@benhorton6713 🤔 I Put My Comment About Yesterday's Podcast in Today's, Because I Thought He Would Have a Better Chance of Reading It! 😜

[@chadperry4021]

He knows, but did you know? A 308, 6.5 prc, 280 ai and 30-06 can also get those light 130 grain bullets north of 3200. Your welcome. Also he has a 300 weatherby that gets a 130 going north of 3600.

[@BcFuTw9jt]

With a much larger powder charger. 31-32 grs is all the ARC is running. Thats why it is more efficient

[@heathadams1274]

Hear me out, why don't y'all inject a red dye or cherry Kool-Aid to help show temporary and permanent would channels. That would help show everything without going to the expense of ordinance gel.

[@JAC8504]

we need a 25ARC

[@maxximus2012]

it never ends, does it?

[@jjgriffin3275]

@JAC8504 we need 25arc, 26 arc, 27arc, 28arc, 30arc....

[@JAC8504]

@@jjgriffin3275 complete the ARC

[@bighat291]

#36minutetalk

[@adamament1675]

What does Mark shoot? Also why? Ryan has probably convinced several people to try/switch to Barnes.

[@BertShackleford]

Mark favors *.300 WSM* using _Nosler Accubond_ projectiles. Stay classy my friend.

[@adamament1675]

@ I thought it was 200gr Eld-x in 300 wsm. Just by listening/watching I done. Well that was until the built the 300 swsm

[@Cognosapien]

I just don't understand why people use a bolt gun for a cartridge where the design was constrained by the dimensions of the AR-15. With a bolt gun, you are not restrained by those limitations. So why constrain yourself and potentially sacrifice performance compared to a different cartridge? In the words of Ryan "it's just fun"

[@BcFuTw9jt]

The ARC has 2 different sets of load data, one for gas one for bolt guns. The size restrictions don't matter, all it does is push efficiency to a higher level

[@sethboyce9832]

When 6 arc first came out I thought the same thing. Then I got one in a bolt gun. Noticeably less recoil than 243 yet close to same performance I hardly ever shoot 243s anymore since getting 6 arc

[@randallsreloads]

The restrictions can be lifted based on magazine size/feed type and bolt vs gas action. Plus, keeping close to, or within those constraints leads to really small, light, handy rifles.

[@v10squirrel]

How does this so loved and 243 wssm tanked timing I guess

[@randallsreloads]

This feeds properly. This is super efficient. It’s also built to chamber the full weight range of 6mm projectiles properly with no customization or modification.

[@maxximus2012]

Everyone ignores 6.5 Grendel for 20 years and just eats up Hornady's single digit performance increases at ranges where most people hunt and shoot at. Enjoy the extra cost and social media clout lol

[@jacobdeem8499]

Hornady is a marketing company that sells ammo lol

[@phild9813]

Believe it or not, people start businesses to make money. Businesses that make products must sell products to make money. If a business doesn’t market their products well, I would tend to question the quality of the business. Consumers have the choice of whether to buy said products or not. I’m not a huge Hornady fan and generally don’t buy much of their products.

[@randallsreloads]

6.5grendel isn’t ignored. Huge fan base. For a niche cartridge. And, this is arguably another niche cartridge. It offers a wider range of options for projectile weights and designs. Varmint guys, tactical ar guys, long range guys…. Medium to big game. This covers so many use cases and that’s just in an AR. It’s even cooler when handloading for a bolt action. Plus, yes, shooting sports have grown. Nerding on ballistics is popular now. Hornady is great at marketing and timing!

[@davidfrye7713]

Ryan, I took your advice about an all around scope from your "Choosing the right hunting riflescope in 2024" kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZ-5aIVthr-mjMk. I bought a Vortex Viper HD 2-10 and mounted it on my only center fire bolt action rifle, a Ruger American Ranch Rifle in 7.62x39. It is a great combination. The Ruger is very accurate with Russian steel cased ammo. With Barnaul ammo it is sub MOA 5 shot goups. 4 shot groups it I've seen 3/8 & 1.2" groups. I am sure it is capable of 5 shots under 1/2" but my skills are the limiting factor. The Vortex optic is perfect for that rifle. I have been considering another bolt action probably in 5.56 or 6.5 Creedmore. But, 6 ARC would probably suit me quite well! Thanks for your videos on 6 ARC as well as everything else you all publish!