Why I Hunt With An AR-10

Why I Hunt With An AR-10
This hunting season I decided to switch to the AR platform. I break down all the reasons why in this video. Comment below what you hunt with and why.
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[@BanditC3]

I’ve hunted my with Ar10 the past 2 years. Mine is an 18in with a 3-18x scope, loaded 10rd mag brings it to about 12lbs so it’s hefty. One reason being the same as you other is it’s the rifle my 5 year old helped me build before he passed away from cancer so it’s got a lot of sentimental value. Hunting with it is my way of having him with me while hunting since we never got to go hunting before the cancer set in.

[@shramj]

Sorry to hear that, keep that rifle, that is an awesome way to remember him. Glad he was able to build it with you, God bless.

[@MatthewSmith-cp3hu]

prayer LORD pls bless this man in his grief and lost help him to come to peace again and yet still hold on to the memories Bless him to have answers that satisfies his torn soul why you allowed this to happen In Jesus name amne

[@forevernomad1766]

I feel you brother I carry my sons ashes with me in a urn on my necklace idk what I would do without it gives me anxiety when I don’t have it on I feel like I’m missing a piece of myself you made me cry bud I feel for you be safe out there

[@johnholder9062]

Thanks for sharing your story. May God bless you and yours.

[@RobertAcsell-zi1gy]

Just be careful with a full 10 round mag. Here in Colorado you’re limited legally to 5 rounds so I need to use a 5 round limiter in my magazine.

[@chiefss34308]

As a multiple combat tour, retired Marine Scout Sniper, I would completely agree. I carried an M110(20”.308 AR) in Afghanistan the majority of the time for the reasons you mentioned to use an AR over a bolt action. Most quality ARs will shoot almost as accurately as a bolt action out to 500-800 yards with a skilled shooter. And now that I’m out and back to normal hunting I use a 16” Patriot Ordnance Factory .308 AR with a Nightforce 1-8x.

[@hunter4125]

I just want to hank you for your service and agree with you. I have a AR-10 I built and it shoots just as good if not better than my bolt action .270 of cheaper origin. I think it really does come down to a quality firearm and barrel and the skill of the shooter. Most people can't shoot as well as there firearm

[@Shark_Theory]

Thank you for your service. I was wondering your thoughts on a 20inch barrel vs a 16inch barrel 308 as you've had experience with both?

[@Shark_Theory]

@Luke Curnutte thanks for the information i plan on going for more of a battle rifle role some day and was wondering if a 100fps loss from 20 to 16 inches would be considerable under 800meters. Also thank you for your service 👍

[@Shark_Theory]

@Luke Curnutte one last thing muzzle flash how much worse is it and can a good flash hider suppress the flash well enough to be undetected at night?

[@Shark_Theory]

@Luke Curnutte eh true its just something i thought of from a military standpoint rather than a practical standpoint

[@grob25]

I have been preaching this same concept for many years. Hunting teaches you map reading, terrain negotiation, situational awareness, environmental considerations, planning, weapon safety, weapon handling, weapon maintenance. It teaches you by giving you a goal. A goal that you can eat with pride. My elk and grouse ALWAYS tastes better than anything I could just go buy. It also gives me motivation to do pt throughout the year so that I can haul an elk quarter up and out of a canyon. Hunting teaches you conservation of resources and how to take care of the land you get to hunt. In battle we called that light, noise and litter discipline. Hunting teaches a lot and can make for life long memories that you can share with friends and family.

[@manatalk]

When we were kids in the 70's & 80's we'd use a Thomas Guide to plan out our hunting route in Southern California (North San Diego County).

[@James_Bee]

Never had much opportunity, growing up, dad hated outdoors (camping, hunting). As an adult, I find it difficult to get into it. I feel like I need to get with like minded folks, but I'm also very introverted.

[@grob25]

@@James_Bee one of the things I like the most about hunting is how lonely it feels. I am all by myself in the back country, just me and my rifle. Your state DNR or dept. of wildlife will have hunting guides and suggestions on where to go. Start with your hunter safety course.

[@lanejohnson7656]

@@James_Bee Other than like walking fields hunting pheasant hunting is pretty much a solo sport and perfect for people who like to be alone. Many people will argue, but once you figure out how to clean critters and birds they are relatively the same. The person I learned from has cleaned critters since he was knee high and had his own method for each critter, but he always told me that if you learn to clean one you will be able to work your way around cleaning others, some are just bigger than the others..

[@DavyCrosier]

Don’t forget camouflage and stealth!

[@christaylor4086]

Ive hunted with a 5.56 the last 5-7 years. We cull 15-20 deer a year, and all the hogs we can handle with them a year. Has yet to fail me yet. I’ve gotten to experiment with barrel lengths from 12.5-18” and different ammo types along with shot placement along the way. It’s amazing how much you can learn with a curious and open mindset. And I’ve gotten pretty damn squared away with the platform as a result, which makes me sleep better at night with the way the world is right now.

[@swegmastur614]

Care to share what you learned? Have you found that using shorter barrel lengths(12“) lowers stopping power? Cheers!

[@justinadams5446]

I start out wanting to hunt deer with an AR15 just on intuition, then everybody I talk to or read online say it’s not good enough. Then I find a lonely comment like this and I still have to wonder.

[@CarolinaLimits]

@@justinadams5446from my experience hunting with 223/556 isnt ideal for the simple fact that its basically a .22 with more power behind it. you 100% can kill deer with it but id rather us a 7mm wsm or 308. another thing is finding ammo that isnt fmj or ball point. from what heard is by law you have to use lead tip 223/556 and ive only came across it once at bass pro. i could be wrong on this because ive never actually looked into it. i have both ar15 and ar10 and personally rather hunt with an ar10. with all that i said take it with a grain of salt because your experience could be different. personally i dont like tracking deer for about 50+ yards id rather them fall quickly. ive never seen that with 223/556, im sure that it is possible but deer are strong animals and ive watched deer get rolled by my 7mm and stand up and run 20 yards. i hope this helps in any way. i suggest doing your own research into it and seeing what comes out of it.

[@kevinduver]

@@justinadams5446 In my humble opinion, 223/556 is enough to take a deer, but you have to have your setup and accuracy locked down. I think it is frowned upon primarily because hunter etiquette. The idea of: if you can't kill it, dont shoot it. I agree with that idea. If you have hunting ammo, the animal is within good range, and most importantly you've trained enough you KNOW you can make the shot, go for it. All that to say, I'm choosing a bigger caliber if I can. I know I can get a deer with 556, but I also realize it isn't optimal. 350 Legend, 450 Bushmaster, 308, 6.5 Creedmoor, etc are the big go tos in my area and better than 556 in terms of energy on target.

[@felipelibreros6294]

@@justinadams5446 Well this will be my first time hunting with my AR 15 that is on 300 black out. I have talked to couple of hunters and have gotten good and bad reviews so now it’s my time to find out

[@MrCannonsdad]

AR 10 with 16 inch barrel, Vortex Strike Eagle with 1-8. 178grain Hornady ELDx Hunter. 240 and 347 yard kills on Deer this year. Have also used a 6.5 Grendel multiple times. Very effective weapons and I am used to the ergonomics.

[@johnkrstyen7351]

What is your setup/specs on the Grendel?

[@Brian-qg9bm]

I grew up hunting on Kodiak Island, beginning to pursue deer in my early teens, mostly alone, surrounded by a lot of really big bears. I started with a Winchester 94/AE in 30-30, which is admittedly crazy, and then I upgraded to a bolt action 300 WM when I finally had the money for it. Other people favored bolt guns in .338 WM, but I prefer the flatter trajectory of the 300 WM for hunting above the treeline, so I chose that and carried it instead. After a couple of decades and over 50 deer later, I switched to a piston driven SR-25 platform in 308, put a quality 1x4 LPVO on it and never looked back. With the limited number of rounds in the bolt gun I occasionally felt under-gunned, in spite of the more powerful round, because in addition to the limited magazine capacity, the rate of fire is slow. In thick brush on steep terrain, if you get in trouble, say a bear tries to jump you, you may not have any shot to take until the bear is right on top of you, right up to contact range. The bolt gun might give you 1 round per second, meaning you only get one shot in that case. The SR-25 will give me 5 rounds per second, on target, for 25 rounds and it's powerful enough that a single hit, shot placement being equal, can be decisive. Proper ammunition selected, it'll shatter bone and perforate skull aplenty. You can never let your guard down, but with the AR-10/SR-25 platform, I find myself at ease, comfortable with the world around me. Considering the return on investment, it's been the most practical piece of hardware I think I've ever purchased.

[@BreezyBeary]

BCA is making a 300WM AR-10.

[@WillyK51]

He, He, When Win brought the 30-30 a century ago, Ammo boxes had a Bear on it. Guess it was good back then, why not now, Just ribbing you, BUT if all I have is a 30-30 wouldn't be undergunned.

[@barelylewd4549]

300 is too big, just leaves you nothin but blood shot, no thanks.

[@WillyK51]

Any pro-cons with the Browning BAR? More to my liking in looks. Been arround fo a very long time👍But only 3-4 round magazine

[@WillyK51]

And could have a high capacity magazine made for it👍

[@montagray3761]

This is wise video and I am 100% onboard. I was not raised a hunter but this approach makes so much more sense than going to an indoor range and thinking I am training properly. Total change planned based on this! Thank you!

[@skytechenterprise9906]

@@A1i3N337 OSHA who?

[@tuzcan-]

@@A1i3N337 that doesn't change any point made in the video

[@matthewlee8917]

Just getting into deer hunting but I’ve got an AR10 in 308 and I was planning on using it just because I didn’t have a bolt bun. Stumbled on this video, makes a lot of sense.

[@REDNECKROOTS]

This video makes sense if your in warm weather like he is in tge south east. But from exp if you are in a cold weather area ware snow n ie are tge norm don't get a gas gun. It's a fact there less then reliable in subzero weather add ice n snow into the mix. That's a no go.

[@mfallen6894]

@@REDNECKROOTS Yeah, I'd agree with that, especially for a new hunter. Above 10 degrees it really shouldn't be an issue, but any colder than that and problems can crop up. All AR's are similar but no two are completely identical, so I'd personally set each one up for extreme cold in different ways based on how each performs. Normally just stripping them, cleaning them of all oil/grease/carbon, then running them dry works great. Sometimes dry lube is the ticket. Adjustable gas blocks have been helpful on REALLY cold days (like well below zero) But then l've also had an upper built to really tight tolerances that just didn't want to run below 5 degrees or so, regardless of what I did. Also had a lower with a crappy factory spring that was providing more resistance than normal once it had been out in ~0 degree temps for a couple hours, but a yellow Springco fixed the issue. Hell, just a better quality standard strength spring might have fixed that situation... So yeah, unless one lives in a really cold area where they can test these things (and know enough about the platform to troubleshoot certain problems) then it's probably a good idea to run a bolt gun. It'll be lighter anyway, lol.

[@Out-to-Pastor]

Thank you for the helpful comments. I'm glad I live in the southeast so I can use an AR, though I prefer my AK

[@JoseAlvarez-tb8gj]

Not to mention he lives in a relatively flat area. Try lugging those 10 lbs In the mountains.

[@JoseAlvarez-tb8gj]

He is perching in a tree stand, how hard is that?

[@roberttipps6008]

Great video and thoughts. I have hunted 2 years with an AR-10. Just downed a buck opening weekend with it👍🏻. I was walking to the blind. Noticed deer in the field. I crawled to the edge of the woods on my belly with rifle in hands. Let down my bi-pod and shot from the prone. Great training and great meat.

[@sniper.308]

I’ve done the same. 👍 I bought mine in camouflage I knew what I was goin to do.

[@brettbaker8357]

That sounds like an awesome hunt and great memory. Being sneaky and tactical like that. Super sick. I bet that felt incredible when you bagged him!

[@be4355be]

Did you drink the blood as well pervert😂

[@jstramblings7727]

Well said, I live in Iowa and have to use a straight wall cartridge so I hunt with an AR platform chambered in 350 legend. You hit the nail on the head with the video and the reasoning. One additional thing I love about the AR platform is the adjustable butt stock, it gets cold here, I layer up and being able to adjust my rifle to what I'm wearing is awesome. Great video brother!

[@adamtaylor4173]

Definitely agree. Always train as you fight. Well said brother

[@IronSharpensIron127]

Facts

[@dw7094]

What are we fighting?

[@auggyboy284]

Totally agree!! The AR platform is all I’ve ever used. Currently I hunt with a 16 inch 6.5 Grendel because the longest shot where I hunt is just under 300 yards. No deer has gone more than 15 yards after it was hit.

[@johntellier2366]

That setup is perfect for 99% of deer/hog hunting. 👍

[@cameroniveson5648]

I've built a battle rifle in 556 since I've left my time in service in 2014 last year I had the opportunity to go deer hunting in arkansas and because of the state of our country as of current that's what i had and worked beautifully drop the biggest buck that season one shot was all I needed so yes your reasoning in my mind is valid as hell

[@BogstersBanters]

Carried a GAU for 23 years in USAF and ended up divorcing the AR platform. I now use my M1A or Tavor-7 for hunting. Got my buck this year with the Tavor and Romeo 5...100-150 yard shot. Ive now removed the RD and installed a Swampfox 1-6... she's heavy now (12.4 lbs) but it would be as you referenced my "go to war" tool. Great input on your video. God bless you, thank you for service and a Merry Christmas to you and yours.

[@brettstoll3061]

I agree with this idea completely! You've got a great mindset about it too. I live off grid in Alaska and carry my AR around my property almost everyday for the exact reasons you describe. I've learned so much doing this and have gotten my rifle more dialed in. Awesome video brother!

[@posthawk1393]

Every time I bring my rifle to the range or hunt with it, I find issues. Every time I go out, there's fewer and fewer issues. Time on trigger matters.

[@joshcarter5759]

You have Wi-Fi off the grid bro?

[@matthewmuhlberg9894]

@@joshcarter5759 you do know almost all 4g phones have a wireless hotspot capability, plus, he could have you know, written his comment and do all his viewing on the mobile platform. That's how I watch 90%+ of my media nowadays.

[@brettstoll3061]

@@joshcarter5759 Yeah I have solar and generators. My cabin is not connected to the grid in any way. No running water either, we haul water in during the winter.

[@swegmastur614]

@@brettstoll3061 That's badass! Does that mean you have a septic system? And how does buying food work? Do you just go down to the nearest town for grocery shopping once a week?

[@bhebert62482]

This is my second year deer hunting. Last year with a bolt action in 6.5 cm and this year I switched to my Aero build AR10 in .308 and so for it’s been great.

[@richardrussell1025]

Always remember first time hunting hogs with an AR10. It is very different than being at a range. Spotted hogs and tried to quietly rack it but didnt get it all the way into battery. So it just went click on the trigger pull. In the excitement and my inexperience, racked it again instead of dropping the mag and clearing. Double feed. It was a mess but taught me a lot and never made those mistakes again. Also have had a bolt override and can now clear that situation. Yes totally agree in using your platform to hunt. You will learn what situations can arise and how to deal with them. Things that just dont happen while sitting leisurely at a table at a range.

[@jamesstacey529]

This is great advice considering that's exactly what our forefathers did. They used there same weapon that put food on the table protected ,the country and the family enough said🎯👏🙏🇺🇸

[@robertlawler1387]

Most of them only had one gun

[@nevisstkitts8264]

@@robertlawler1387 it depends on where and when. In Virginia, every free male citizen aged 16 to 50 was enrolled by the county militia. For many county units (such as Fairfax), rifles were mandatory. If a member could not afford a rifle, officers held a hearing and a militia-purchased rifle was provided. Loss of the weapon incurred arrest and steep fines. For many rural members (the vast majority), owning a fowling piece was essential to combat predatory losses of livestock and crop losses from flocks or deer. In a few cases, based on role in the militia unit, an allowance was made for the musket vice rifle. Horsemen were expected to have pistols in addition to sword and dragoon musket. There were generally more guns than troops. The limiting resource was powder and lead ball, and this was controlled by the commanding officer. For private use, "aim small, miss small" was a necessity to conserve the precious powder and lead. Most field artillery at the time was privately owned (e.g. Col John Stevens of NY, NJ).

[@WN_Byers]

Mr Kitts, where can I learn more? Thank you in advance

[@lokiprepper]

@@robertlawler1387 So?

[@banacek8675]

Their weapon. Their.

[@str8ketchkennelsketch691]

Good video , 30 years retired LE here, I just feel more comfortable with an AR due to many entries and range time. I’ve killed lots of deer and hogs with my duty rifle ( 5.56 ) but have since bought a .308. I do get a lot of questions at deer lease why I choose AR platform. Current setup in .308 is a Ruger SFAR with a Vortex Viper 1-8 in a LaRue quick detach Mount. It’s closer in size to my 5.56 .

[@davids.3725]

I completely agree 👍 I'm from Oregon, and have recently been wanting to get into hunting...I dont have any high caliber rifles to hunt with and with the threat of my 2nd ammendment rights being stripped due to 114 I was confronted with a decision of what rifle to get with a limited budget...ultimately I chose to buy a AR10 lower as its what I could afford, and over the winter I'll build it piece by piece...I have an ar15 and it simply made more sense to me to get a rifle platform I'm familiar with, that can be used for protection but would also be good enough for hunting...a lot of what you shared was the same thought process I had when making my decision...so I'm in complete agreement, and if people look at me funny, who cares, let em look 😅

[@Chaz31358]

I've hunted whitetail with AR's for two years now (started with a 5.56 build, now also have one in .300 BLK) and love it. Hope the courts knock down 114, that crap makes California laws look reasonable. Was considering moving out to OR to be closer to my aging father, once that thing passed I realized there was no way I could abide by it.

[@fritzd2116]

Totally agree with your logic. The more time you can spend with your defensive weapon system the better-it seems to me that big game hunting is a great way to practice and perfect your weapons skill.😎👍🏻

[@flyingnorseman]

Live near lake Allatoona. Lived in this area my entire life. Noticed in recent years a strange looking, shorter deer in my area that often had wide black stripe down back and spots much later in life. Pretty sure they are European Fallow deer that escaped some kind of farm. Corp of Engineers is allowing the property to be hunted for first time in several years next month.

[@peppironee4736]

Ligma deer?

[@Barrett_Fodder]

I hunt with a variety of cartridges in the AR15 and AR10/LR308 family of firearms. Unless the terrain demands a rear carry I always from sling and treat it as a patrol. I typically spot and stalk my game so it fits my style anyway. Good episode and solid advice.

[@erichandyauto]

I completely agree with doing it for real-life AR time. For a while, I've been salivating over the POF Rogue to cut down on weight but just couldn't justify the expense. Recently, the Ruger SFAR came out, and I pulled the trigger on that on Black Friday. Another reason for hunting with an AR, here in Montana, is bear safety. Fast follow-up shots with an AR against a charging bear is a no-brainer.

[@justkiknit]

Still like the sfar?

[@RockinRack]

Rouge was garbage and definitely not a battle rifle considering the barrel starts throwing shots wild after only a few rounds. Could probably fully cook bacon with one mag. Even cold barrel couldn't find any ammo that would hold a group better than a cheap ak.

[@jims48]

On point. Carrying the AR-10/15 on hunts is great training for the reasons described. The field applications of these firearms to hunts/camping/hiking requires the shooter to work with the firearm both as a load and in anticipation of use on the hunt. Climbing, moving through brush, staying quiet, and limiting movement with the firearm exposes the shooter and the firearm to the real world. Just as your castle-nut assembly started to fail due to vibration on the ATV mount… you’d never know that without putting the firearm under those conditions. Bumps, drops, vibration, weather, dirt, etc… all test gear.

[@MrJbrew69]

Ruger just came out with the SFAR, light weight ar-10. If anyone is interested. I hunt with my AR, I’ve been joked on about it, but hey it didn’t bother me. Getting a 10 rd magazine definitely helps

[@nataliedeyton6829]

I bought one just specifically for deer hunting…. Love it

[@kimmclennan9949]

There are some states that have a 5 round mag limit in their states

[@nataliedeyton6829]

@@kimmclennan9949 10 round mag with a round blocker.. kinda like putting a pencil in a shotgun for only 3 rounds. Easy fix

[@mechguyver7694]

Used my AR for predator hunting for over 15 years now. Could not agree with you more. Also carry a fully loaded pack with survival gear and med kit since I hunt solo 99% of the time. You will learn a ton about what gear to haul, and what gear to ditch when you do this on regular basis.

[@WinTheWarWithMe]

Amen brother. I hunt the same. What type of med pack do you use?

[@SoundOfFreedom35]

All I need is a stick and my dick

[@bobschwaller5293]

Gotta get out and walk with a kit to get everything set in comfortable places

[@chrishale8924]

Thanks for your service! Your videos are informative and enjoyable.

[@davehunt8088]

The light came on last month.I have dedicated myself completely to the AR platforms.Always been a bolt guy but not now it’s all AR for me.Israel opened my eyes and my mind.AR10 is waiting to come home with me soon.Thanks for your video and savy.

[@thomascecil8533]

I have shot the M16/AR pattern rifle for over 30 years. It wasn't until 3 years ago that I started hunting with it when Indiana opened up certain rifle cartridges for deer. It was like carrying an old friend and I am much more comfortable with my AR than I ever was with a shotgun. I got my first deer with an AR this year with a home rolled .350 Legend and can't wait to go again next year.

[@josephbayles3154]

Agree 100%. I’ve hunted with a AR-10 that I built a few years ago and it’s absolutely a great gun for hunting.

[@pmatheny1115]

Great video. I have learned over the last year to heavily stake that castle nut and have gone back and fixed it on other rifles. I thought maybe it's overkill so thanks for pointing that out.

[@JettBlast]

I set up all my AR style rifles, the same controls, same sling optics, etc. Having a 22LR AR15 rifle to practice with and shooting it regularly really has helped me with manipulating controls, muscle memory, quick aiming, and magazine changes. You share a great concept, and I agree with you. It helps with your setting up your gear and camouflage for being out in the field. I like that there are bolt guns share magazines with AR15 and AR10 platforms very convenient indeed.

[@chrisanderson3395]

Agree with your logic 100%. I have a couple additional thoughts. This is my second season hunting Tennessee whitetails with my MCX chambered in 300 Blk with a 10” barrel, suppressor, 1-6x LPVO with lighted reticle, and vertical grip up front. I mention my setup not to be a blowhard gun nerd, but to highlight a couple additional reasons why I choose an AR-type platform, or “modern sporting rifle” over a traditional bolt action for the majority of my hunting. The short overall length makes the rifle easy to maneuver when I’m in the stand and when I’m bushwhacking in and out. The sling setup allows me to sling the rifle across my chest with a climbing stand on my back and have both hands free. I can use the muzzle-down carry position behind my right shoulder for climbing ladder stands. When I’m still-hunting I can wear the gun cross chest to have both hands available for using binos while still having quick low-movement access to the gun when game is spotted. The pistol grip and vertical foregrip allow me to build stable shooting positions by bracing my elbows on my knees when I’m seated in a stand that doesn’t have a shooting rail. They also help with making shots at difficult angles like behind and beneath me. The lighted reticle (dot) is way better than trying to find your crosshairs in low light. The low recoil and semi-auto action mean I can check my work in the scope and be ready for a quick follow-up if necessary. It’s a great way to practice immediately resetting and prepping the trigger after a shot when the adrenaline is pumping. I can evaluate ammunition performance on living tissue. Finally, hunting with a suppressor is awesome.

[@thastinger345]

Assume you are loading/using the Lehigh max expansion or controlled fracturing bullets? I agree with you, I have a thermal equipped suppressed SBR BO that is absolutely deadly in the dense growth stuff.

[@chrisanderson3395]

@@thastinger345I’m using hornady black 110 gr vmax.

[@m.d.bishop1244]

I put a gen 3 Magpul PSR stock on my Ar10 It looks sweet as hell and no castle nut to come loose if you use a rifle length buffer tube. I also added a hydraulic buffer, that combined with my muzzle brake has less kick than my regular AR. The brake is called Precision Armament M4-72 Severe-Duty. Sounds like you love your AR10 as much as I love mine so you might like these upgrades. This was a great video.

[@larryclark5718]

I have been using my ar 10 dpms for years and it is a deadly platform deer coyote elk unsurpassed and you right other people freakout, I just tell them, your loss. Rock on !!

[@michaelwoods6754]

I’ve been using an ar15 for years for hunting. I also have one for the kids to hunt with and one of the main reasons was for the adjustable length of pull for my daughters instead of having to get custom made stocks in which they will grow out of. 2 of my daughters have harvested 2 deer with ar15’s. One with a red dot and one with a scope. Good video and keep up the great work.

[@terencedorsey6717]

Make sure you eat that damn deer to, all of it, even the Big nuts 🤣 😜

[@contractor556]

That’s awesome!!

[@kyleclem0520]

I just picked up my AR-10 today. And I love this video. Make a really good point about spending more time with the firearm. after watching this I'm only going to only hunt with the ar 10. This video makes a whole lot of sense

[@markfrommichigan659]

Great training concept and just plain fun! When I began bow hunting, I learned to climb the tree quietly and get set up in complete darkness. Doing the same with the AR platform will make you aware of your gun, equipment and "burn in" your skills!

[@terrencecox3748]

My first time trying to manuever out of a tree stand in the dark while it was wet had me sure I was going to fall! Scared the 5h1t out of me!

[@pauldettling4567]

I totally agree with hunting with a ar10. I am a former army ranger and I always hunt deer with mine. I have taken plenty of deer with it and I do have a mindset of kinda like going out on a ambush. Awesome video. Keep it up brother

[@vensheaalara]

This was exactly my thoughts. I swapped to an AR-10 this year because of the platform familiarity. It just makes sense to be stronger with the AR. And given how many variations exist, it's actually possible to have one for everything

[@dylonjackson8863]

Not to mention that .308 is just a work of art

[@vensheaalara]

@@dylonjackson8863 true

[@vensheaalara]

@@JohnTheRevelat0r well you can get it chambered in other calibers if you want to spend more. Lots of options

[@jacobs3883]

I've been wanting to get a ar-10 chambered in 308 for a few years now, for this exact reason. Best of both worlds you can train with it and also take it hunting. One day I will have one. Great video keep up the good work.

[@ryanh.8896]

Chad, 100% on this one brother! I switched 4 years ago due to a density of hogs where we were hunting. 7 deer later (1 with the 308, 6 with the 6.5 grendel) you're right it's time on the gun, and also treating the walk in like a patrol is responsible for one of those 7. Love the channel!!!

[@BombproofCraftsman]

Grendel is a meat gettin son of a gun.

[@TheDingpud]

@ryan h. Is your 6.5 Grendel on an AR-10 lower or on an AR-15 lower?

[@BombproofCraftsman]

@@TheDingpud on a 15 lower, fluted barrel & super light. Bout 7lbs naked + ACOG & ammo = 8 1/2lbs ish.

[@ryanh.8896]

Psa AR-15 lower

[@TheDingpud]

@@ryanh.8896 Ok, sweet. I was worried for a second thinking that I needed a different lower. Just built up a Grendel and trying to find time to go shoot it.

[@bretthagen2389]

I hunt with a ar 10 .308 and love it. great round and gun. I have a vortex, viper 2.5-10x30 on my set up.

[@marktanner3479]

Love the concept always entertained and informed and the quality of video is top notch excellent job Blake. The issue every time I watch one of your gun videos is I have to buy a new gun and setup.

[@IronSharpensIron127]

🤣😂 it's a conspiracy from the gun companies 🤣😂

[@RLN1972]

who is Blake?

[@marktanner3479]

Chadds Brother

[@gadget954]

Blue lock tight all threads, scope mount screws, picatinny mount device screws, buffer tube, pistol grip screw, hand guard screws, even the flashider or muzzle brake. Everything glue everything! Assemble everything without glue, make sure its comfortable and functional then go back and glue everything one screw at a time.

[@Dmoore37]

100% with you! I actually shot a 6 point this past weekend with a DD V5 chambered in 6.5CM.

[@joelh3544]

Howa ya liking it ?

[@WolfMan-dx6tm]

I agree, train like you fight and fight like you train. Plan the Dive. Dive the plan. Good video.

[@VETERANPREPPER1]

Exactly how I explained it to my friends. Use your equipment before you need it. I use .300 blackout & 5.56mm. It allows you to test defensive rounds on medium sized animals. Over the years I’ve had deer run 10-20yrds & some drop in their tracks. Needless to say I currently use the ammunition that dropped them in their tracks as goto defensive rounds.

[@PK-zq2st]

I started using the AR -15 a few years ago and started to realize how well a 5.56 will perform with the right bullet selection 77 OTM, 60 v max is huge in proficiency and brought me out of the paradigm of bulk buy thanks for the share

[@petroboomn7491]

Haven't had the opportunity to hunt since I was young, but the two deer I took where with an AR-15 .223 (was legal in that state). Dad had a .30-30 lever action and an AR so that was just what was available and it did the work!

[@jebbroham1776]

I hunt with my Pametto Arms AR-10 and it's phenomenal. First because the .308 is a beast of a round with what I think is superior stopping power to the 30.06, and second because the recoil is far more controllable than my traditional Springfield M1 Garand 30.06.

[@joshthomas3383]

Both great rounds but more stopping power than the 30.06 is a false

[@jarretthuffin]

Military doctrine: You fight how you train. Hunting doctrine: You hunt how you train. The more you train and understand, the better you'll be. Learn your weapon. The better you'll be with it. Learn your target. The better you can hit it.

[@jdt049]

Very good video, I purchased an AR-10 to up my game on pigs here in west Texas, 50+ pigs later I still think I made the best decision.

[@BrettinLux]

I grew up in South Africa and started hunting with a .22 at 12 years old.Over the years over owned bolt actions in .270,.308 and 30-06. The last few years I’ve been happy with my AR10. Reasons were the fast follow up shots and because I spend most of the time on range with the AR.The AR is just more fun to shoot.

[@Annon89]

Great points I hadn’t thought of much. Definitely going to prioritize my ar for hunting.

[@randyhelgeson1254]

Agree. I don't hoard guns. As a former Marine, I am used to the ar style rifle. So when I bought mine, there was no sense in owning two .308's. So the logic was to side with the ar over a bolt. Plus, I am a tile guy. So I need to preserve my shoulders. That big buffer spring is my BFF. Lol. Now I can enjoy target practice over the bolt. Also, it's kind of therapeutic to "patrol" hunt without out being shot at. Just sayin.

[@dannyray8719]

I hunt with my AR-10 and my 300 blackout all depends on how I'm hunting. 🇺🇸🇺🇸⚔️

[@teamperry757]

I love using my SBR300AAC in thick cover hunting. It's awesome when they blast through on you and you get shots off.

[@dannyray8719]

@@teamperry757 when I'm stalking deer I use my 300 blackout it much lighter, but when I'm in a stand or a blind I use my AR-10 308. It has a 20" bull barrel and is extremely heavy, but I wanted a 1 MOA gun so it came out more heavy than I wanted. 🇺🇸🇺🇸⚔️

[@mattandrews8528]

The dirty thirties, I’ll say after all of the AR’s I’ve built gettin a 7-10.5in .300blk will replace a .30-30 and I recently got a Ruger SFAR in .308 that replaced my other AR10’s because it’s lighter. I put a hydraulic buffer weight in it, a limbsaver recoil reducing pad, and with its muzzle brake as well as the gas system that makes it recoil far less than a bolt gun and it’s got a faster follow up shot. And the whole a bolt action is more accurate talking point that he brought up is a myth, there’s a lot of factors in a rifle’s accuracy, the action alone doesn’t determine that.

[@teamperry757]

@@dannyray8719 I'm building one now. If I'm sitting I'm using a savage 10fcp 308 or a woodsmaster 742 rem in 30-06

[@pranavhb1716]

Mean while me and the bois hunting with the 50cal lynx

[@BreezyBeary]

My Roam Rifle build uses a Criterion 16" .308, sits with a 4-16 PA Glx scope and is 8lbs and easily sub moa. I love my AR-10 and serves me well for deer and elk.

[@mjolnirdynamics8789]

Excellent follow up at the end demonstrating that using your preferred platforms as frequently as possible can help identify deficiencies and allow you to take corrective actions. Great vid Brew!

[@victorcrawford4379]

I like it! The main reason I purchased a AR platform .308 this year. Going to take it into the woods and hunt this fall. All fantastic points in your vid!

[@billwell9266]

Built an Aero Precision/Ballistic Advantage in 308 for this season. Alternated between that and a .243 bolt during deer season and ended up shooting huge buck while using the bolt. Maybe next year I'll get one with the 10.

[@miketyson8933]

Heard they have some things to work on from the torture tests. They are going to be making them better. I always wait on newer firearms to get the kinks worked out. Ill grab an Aero AR 10 here this summer

[@petermiranda65]

I agree completely, I love my AR 15 but I’m going to pick up an AR 10 soon for hunting purposes and have as kind of a marksman style rifle. The AR15 is great but it’s a 10.5 so I want something that can go out a little further. Ive used a rem 270 bolt rifle and an AR15 with a 16 in barrel to hunt with and i think 308 is the best option for me. Plus I like the points that you made in this video about wanting to be on a weapon platform that you are comfortable with in any type of environment and situation. So more time on the AR platform is always a plus. Great vid!

[@DixieVet1984]

I use my AR10 in South MS during the rifle season. But the ol 30-30 still holds a special place in my heart.

[@jordansilver4629]

I hear you on the 3030 man.

[@ZebraActual]

Same.. i won't sell my 30-30 despite using my AR-10 almost exclusively.

[@MrRdvs87]

Same. I got into 6.5 grendel for hunting for but I will still grab a .30-30(.35 rem is coming soon) when I feel like it.

[@totenfurwotan4478]

0:13 “I went to BUDS and all got was this lousy paper” 😂

[@shanelowe3902]

Good advice and excellent woods rifle. I built a lightweight 300BO with 3x prism and I used it this season. It was pretty much perfect.

[@empoweryou1]

Fully agree. If it's a weight issue, the Ruger SFAR AR10 is an option.

[@500spectre]

Just adding that the semi-auto capabilities of the AR platforms can be specifically useful even if just for hunting. Great video.

[@dustincole5759]

I completely agree with hunting with AR type firearms. I have harvested mule deer with my 300 blackout and I almost exclusively use an AR to hunt coyotes and bobcats.

[@harleydavidson2349]

Being an exclusive bowhunter, I’ve taken the AR to the woods on occasion to thin out the does. Being used to getting 10-20 yards, scent, movement, etc…using the AR is like a video game. To recap, I rarely gun hunt, but when I do, I do it with the weapon that drives Libs crazy. 🙏🇺🇸💪🏹🦌

[@NuniqueNewNork]

libtard here. i gave away the 277 fury design. we don't all fit in a little perfect hateful box

[@Kennoisewater123]

@@harleydavidson2349 ❤️❤️❤️

[@ace1984able]

Such a good reason to hunt with your tactical weapon. Never thought of this. I only thought you were going to talk about follow-up shots. If I ever start hunting, I will only use my ARs.

[@dw5523]

Timely. I'm hunting for a hunting rifle, and was considering the new Ruger SFAR or another bolt gun.

[@bunkerhillbilly762]

I love hunting with my ARs. I agree with you 100%

[@lanceelliott3010]

I came to the same conclusion myself. Being a former 11B, weapon weight means almost everything to me. I switched from my AR10 to a 12.5 inch 6.5 Grendel with a 1×6 lvpo Man what a difference!

[@Jack.TheRipper]

Iron sharpens iron. I'm no hunter, but this is one of the most logiacl video's I have seen. Thank you.

[@vincenta.1677]

Agreed, and,doesn't matter how many rds in the mag., I always strive for 1 shot on deer. Patience & shot placement are #1 priorities. That being said,a quick follow-up shot is very valuable as well is time spent utilizing the platform. Thanks for your work brother 😁👍

[@jacobkean03]

I’ve hunted with bolt action, lever actions, and recently an AR10 and I think my new go to is my ar10 especially if you have predators in your area because it would be life saving to have those quick and accurate follow up shots. And the accuracy difference to an extent can be made up for by the shooter. Plus like you said time on the gun and testing it in unusual environments are extremely important and hunting is the best way to do that.

[@jakeoly5109]

All great points Chad. I'll carry an AR10 or AR15 in 300blk up here in the northwest, but one thing to consider is the cold when you are carrying a chunk of aluminum around. For the colder days in the woods the aluminum foregrips get a few wraps of cloth tape so i have some insulation.

[@armyveteranhooah2813]

I'm definitely thinking about buying my first AR10 in .308 thank you for this video. Love your truck talk video too btw.

[@chrism2042]

I stopped hunting years ago, but this is a very valid point! Tools don't typically show failures under pampered conditions! Too many dudes go to weekend training classes and have issues with AR-15's coming apart, especially home build rifles without properly staked parts, without proper torque and lock tight where recommended.

[@stevewhittaker7016]

This is great advice! I hunt in Northern mn. I hunt with a 450 bushmaster. I've had a shot above 100 yds.

[@stevewhittaker7016]

Never had a shot

[@FestangGT50]

Great vid. I have been pondering this exact subject. I have a hog problem on my property, so in addition to deer hunting , I do a lot of Hog hunting and I would like the ability to lay down several rounds. Hogs are tough and have run off after taking a 556 round. 308 AR10 sounds like the answer. Thanks

[@manofthehour1983]

I take my Bucks with my 12 gauge S&W Model 1000 - iron sights only :) my Grandfather left it to me when he passed back in 2008. It holds a very special place in my heart. I would however like to try an AR in the stand.

[@twstalder]

I totally agree. Last season was my first time using my AR-15 in 5.56 to hunt deer. Where I hunt my shots are real close 20 - 50 yards. I didn’t use a scope. I used my red dot and was able to harvest my limit. First one ran about 10 yards. The second ran about 20 yards. Both shots were about 25 yards away.

[@peterolsen269]

There is another carry option for your bolt action and pump shotgun. I believe it came to use in Africa 100 years ago during the double barrel rifle era; talking about strong side inverted carry. Say if you were right handed, carry it muzzle down on your right shoulder gun in back. When you want to shoot, simply reach with your left hand and grab the fore stock over the strap, thumb down and the gun will be released to your shoulder nearly as fast as a man can draw a pistol. Old school. I would carry like this all the time, very effective unless in harsh terrain.

[@victoryengineer]

Great content. I'm a huge fan of 308/7.62 and have got my rifles down to only this calibur for ease of stocking ammo and also for how common/effective it is. I especially like you comments about a bolt action being more accurate but at the ranges you will use the AR is perfectly adequate. I feel the same about the 308 vs 6.5 Credmore debates. The average person will either not be able to take advantage of the superior accuracy of the 6.5 at distance, or in reality, will simply not be doing much very long range shooting. The last couple years deer hunting I've used my 308 Rugar Precision rifle and do proceed to my hunting location as if I'm on patrol. It just feels natural. However, I do like all the reasons you pointed out that are so beneficial about hunting with an AR-10. In my mind, it's like carrying your concealed weapon with the same ammo you train with. The more familiar you are with your primary weapons and the more you train in a real worl environment the better prepared you are for any scenario.

[@tinysworld73]

I specifically built an AR-10 for hunting and of course made a couple of tasteful mods to it. I had to find 5 round mags for hunting thou. in my state I can only have six rounds in the firearm while hunting. Can't wait for opening weekend next week! Oh and previously I hunted deer with my AR-15.... Just wanted a little more range and stopping power.

[@jmcwhorter5984]

I as well started Hunting deer with a AR10 instead of my Ruger American this year. Mine is a Diamodback chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor. My main reason to Hunt with The AR10 was also to become more proficient with the AR platform and because let's go Brandon said you didn't need an AR to hunt deer. Thank you for your service. Love all your content, keep up the good work. God bless

[@johnjackson7464]

I use my 25-06 bolt rifle and it does the job, is light and accurate and holds 3-5 rounds. I carry a 357, 44 or 10 mm in a chest rig for backup on dear that are too close, or I forgot to load the chamber.

[@tonybarone5757]

I’ve gone back and forth between an AR platform to bolt gun over the years. Main reason was what I was doing at the time in my career. Went from a rifleman to sniper in a STA platoon. Now as an LEO I stick with the AR, accuracy comes down to the shooter and the abilities to understand the basics of marksmanship .

[@danshaffer1705]

Those are really good points and some that I've observed myself using mine deer hunting the last two years.

[@thesearentthedroidsyourloo1880]

If Ar-10 is heavy. Get a gym membership and own it. Battle rifle all day long!

[@carlhunter2448]

My boys are about to become of hunting age and I'm working on building an AR-10 for each of them. In 6.5 creedmoor. I'm using Roam uppers and lowers and 16" carbon fiber barrels, should be able to make a complete weapon for under 6 lb. They can practice with AR-15s to get comfortable and then have the same platform for hunting.

[@jwgbmp40]

Well put! I like to hunt with a 6.8spc in the ar15 platform. But every analogy here is spot on when speaking of using your go to weapon.

[@dylonjackson8863]

I almost bought a 300aac complete upper for $189 the other day and then I saw the cost per round and realized why it was so cheap 😂

[@berryreading4809]

@@dylonjackson8863 If you want a deer hunting upper I always recommend 6.5 Grendel/6.8 SPC/6mm ARC or .350 legend (although that last one has some pretty significant drop after 150ish yards) Quality hunting ammo is similar in price to .300blk across all the unique intermediate cartridges, but the others often shoot flatter usually with better energy and expansion at range... Now if you're already in the .300BLK market and have a suppressor and are careful about mixing mags and ammo it'll do fine... But when picking an AR-15 whitetail cartridge for a 16" rifle better choices exist that won't blow up your 5.56 if not paying attention 😉👍I'd reccomend 6.5 Grendel, but our friend above will say 6.8 SPC 😄 honestly both are excellent choices for hunting and both are better than .300BLK, unless you just actually want a super short suppressed pistol/SBR AR that still has reliability and good stopping power... Then I will admit .300BLK would be the answer 😪😆👍

[@Sagittariustoo]

I've hunted with my LMT AR-10 .308 with the exact same scope as yours but in Aadland AR rings and mount. Used to hunt with my Winchester Stainless Classic 7mm mag bolt gun. Use the AR-10 for most of the reasons stated in your video. Weight is a big difference for me too as my bolt gun weighs 9 lbs total with my AR-10 at 13.5 lbs I use a Savvy Sniper Sling with a front carry also. Enjoyed the video, thanks. 👍

[@bobsmith-mh7xz]

Yep. Been saying and doing that for years. I’m a police officer. 30+ years of range / tactical training has transferred right into my hunting . I know for a fact that if I hadn’t taken those skills to the woods I probably wouldn’t have been as nearly successful in taking deer. Being well rounded and proficient with every weapon you own should be goal. Great video.

[@paddypibblet846]

Took 30 years of "tactical training" for this bozo to kill a few deer. While kids in the Ozarks have been taking game in their sleep with 22lr bolt actions. American tax payers money at work.

[@bobsmith-mh7xz]

No room in the world for haters... Gunfighting or deer hunting... The goal is to eliminate the threat or put meat on the table.. government employee or not...

[@sgt.grinch3299]

I purchased a Ruger SFAR with 20 inch barrel, Sig scope with BDC/ 200 yard zero, magpul 2 point sling, and magpul mags loaded with 150 grain Sig Elites. Semper Fi and carry On!

[@woodslife]

Excellent thought process on this. I've hunted a suppressed AR-10 for several years now and the ease on my ears is well worth the extra weight. Good luck this season!

[@CatRacer1A2A]

I'll be using my 20" Ar308 for elk season this year. Here in SW Montana, 400yrd-600yrd shots are well within expectation. I love this rifle, and cant wait to add some elk to the whitetail kill list.

[@GroomsJk]

Great advice and reasoning. I agree 100%. We need to utilize our AR platforms in the wilderness - and certainly hunting is a good way to do this. I have an LMT MWS308 w/ an Accupower 1-8. It is heavy as hell compared to my Browning BLR 7mm08 rig. But I get a better cardio workout toting this rifle (and my gear) in mountain terrain than I do on my daily 5K road run - far better. Moreover, I gain proficiency with the weapon in a not so forgiving environment - as you aptly state.

[@berryreading4809]

Hey another BLR fan! Rare to spot in the wild! 😄 I too have switched to the AR platform and haven't looked back, Although the BLR is popular in my circle and I've recently tried out Henry's version "long ranger" it's actually pretty darn good, unless you have an original 81' style BLR before the flush magazine design change... Those are just something special 😍

[@GroomsJk]

@@berryreading4809 yes! The BLR is the ultimate scout rifle. It is light even when paired with a scope, has sufficient 4rd capacity and is accurate. I love the timeless design. The AR10 is not so much my hunting rifle as my ensuing civil war rifle - so I like to get some time behind it in a wilderness environment. J