In this episode of Beyond the Target, Rob and Jeromy tackle one of the most controversial topics in shooting: .308 vs 6.5 Creedmoor.

From history and ballistics to real-world performance, they break down the pros and cons of each cartridge and discuss where each one excels—whether it’s hunting, long-range shooting, or competition.

If you’ve ever wondered which cartridge is right for you, this episode gives you a practical, experience-based perspective.

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In this episode of Beyond the Target, we break down the Bald Guys With Guns Evens Challenge—how it started, how it evolved, and why it’s become one of the most unique shooting competitions we’ve ever run.

What began as a way to test our own long-range skills turned into a full challenge designed for anyone to come out and try. We talk through the original concept, the changes we made along the way, and the feedback that helped shape it into what it is today.

We dive into the rules, scoring system, and the mental side of the challenge—why moving on after a miss makes it harder, and how confidence (or lack of it) plays a huge role in performance.

We also share real experiences from shooters who have attempted it, including how difficult it actually is to complete and what it takes to earn a challenge coin.

If you’re into long-range shooting, competition-style challenges, or just want to hear the story behind something we built from the ground up, this episode is for you.

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00:00) Intro

(00:02:13) Timberland Outfitters

(00:06:23) What Makes Arizona Hunting Unique

(00:10:00) Packing Out

(00:18:22) Jeromy’s Mule Deer Story

(00:30:42) Most Memorable or Challenging Hunts

(00:54:05) Different Hunting Weapons

(01:11:12) Most Resilient Animal

(01:19:20) Do ft/lb Matter?

(01:23:50) Most Popular Hunts

(01:25:31) Smallest Caliber

(01:32:38) Best Bullet Types

(01:52:28) Worst Bullet Types

(01:57:03) Does Caliber Matter?

(02:18:26) What Does 30 Years Really Mean?

(02:37:18) 6.5 Creed vs. 308 Win

In this episode of Beyond the Target, we sit down with hunting guides who have been in the business for over 30 years to cut through the noise and settle some of the biggest debates in the hunting world.

From caliber choices to bullet selection, we ask the questions that always seem to start arguments. What’s the smallest caliber they trust? What bullets actually perform in the field? And how do popular debates like .308 vs 6.5 Creedmoor really stack up when you’re guiding hunts for clients?

This isn’t theory or internet opinions—this is real-world experience from guides who have helped hunters succeed time and time again.

If you’ve ever wondered what actually works versus what just sounds good online, this episode delivers honest answers, practical insight, and a few strong opinions along the way.

In this episode of Beyond the Target, we take a step back and look at the moments that shaped our journey.

From our favorite competitions to the ones we’d rather forget, we break down the highlights, the struggles, and everything in between. We each share our personal favorite moments, the competitions that stood out the most, and the ones that didn’t quite go as planned.

We also talk about why our competitions haven’t always been consistent—and what we’ve learned along the way.

To wrap things up, we dive into our number one favorite part of the Evens Challenge and tease what’s coming next.

If you’ve been following the journey, this one’s packed with some of our best stories yet.

Episode 5 dives into one of the most iconic rifles ever made — the Winchester Model 1894 chambered in .30-30.

We talk about what makes our specific rifles special, including their World War II-era production and the history behind them. From there, we break down the videos we’ve made featuring these rifles, including competitions, review footage, and some hilarious moments along the way (including why this might just be Santa’s favorite rifle).

We also get into why the .30-30 continues to hold a place in the hunting world today, what makes lever-action rifles so enjoyable to shoot, and why this platform still has a loyal following despite modern advancements.

If you’re into classic rifles, hunting history, or just want to hear us put an old-school gun through its paces — this episode is for you.

In Episode 4, we dive into our experience with a Winchester Model 70 chambered in .243 and revisit the videos we made putting it to the test.

We talk about the original purpose of the rifle, how long it’s been since it’s been used for hunting, and what it was like bringing it back out to the range. From there, we break down both the review and competition videos, including running 100 grain Core-Lokt ammo through a series of challenges at distance.

We get into what went right, what went wrong, and how our inexperience showed—especially when stretching things out to 500 yards. Along the way, we talk about the rifle’s weight, trigger feel, the Caldwell setup we used, and what we would do differently next time, including trying match-grade ammo.

There are plenty of off-the-rails moments too, from questionable decisions to some unexpectedly hilarious clips we didn’t fully appreciate until going back and watching the footage.

This episode is a mix of honest review, lessons learned, and a look at what happens when you push a rifle—and yourselves—further than you probably should.

In Episode 03 of the Bald Guys With Guns Podcast, Rob and Jeromy dive into the age-old debate: handguns vs rifles. They break down the pros and cons of each, sharing personal experiences, real-world shooting insights, and how each type of firearm fits into their shooting style.

They don’t hold back — at the end, they reveal which one is their favorite, and discuss whether they could ever be convinced to switch to the opposite. This episode is full of honest opinions, practical advice, and the kind of firearm discussions you can’t get anywhere else.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Pros and cons of pistols vs rifles

• Personal experiences and shooting styles

• Why each one prefers their chosen firearm type

• Could they ever be convinced to switch?

• Other firearm and gear topics

Whether you’re a pistol shooter, a rifle enthusiast, or just enjoy honest firearm discussions, this episode gives you a real-world perspective on the great firearm debate.

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00:00) Welcome Jeremiah Mani

(00:01:11) Jeremiah’s Military History

(00:03:58) Creating the Moses Cartridge

(00:06:17) 223 Line Brass Life

(00:09:07)Moses Carstridge Design

(00:17:32) Summarize Design and Felt Recoil

(00:19:06) Performance, Powder, Compressed Loads

(00:22:18) Speed Or Accuracy?

(00:29:27) Barrel Life

(00:32:33) First Moses Rifle

(00:39:06) Safety and Testing

(00:44:28) The Poor Man’s Magnum

(00:48:38) The 223 Family

(00:55:40) The 308 Family

(01:04:30) Short and Long Action Use

(01:07:52) The 06 Family

(01:14:02) The 300/338 Norma Family

(01:23:19) The 338 Lapua Family

(01:26:02) The 33XC Family

(01:33:03) King of Two Mile

(01:41:19) Available to the Public

(01:43:56) What will be the most popular

(01:46:40) Where to learn more/get started

(01:50:20) Hydroformed brass is good

(01:53:50) Let the audience know

In Episode 2.5, we sit down with the inventor of the Moses cartridge to talk about the story behind the round and the experience that led to its creation.

We cover his military background, time in the field as a hunter, and how those experiences shaped the idea for a more efficient cartridge design. The conversation moves through the different calibers and brass case families in the Moses lineup, including what’s available now and what’s planned for the future.

We also talk about performance topics like speed, bullet weight, powder charge, and how the Moses cartridges compare to other rounds in similar calibers. The focus stays on overall efficiency and practical use rather than deep technical breakdowns.

Along the way, we discuss the use of NATO brass across the cartridge families, how that makes brass easier to source, and touch on processes like hydroforming. As usual, the conversation drifts off topic here and there, making for a relaxed and honest discussion about shooting, design, and real-world experience.

In Episode 02 of the Bald Guys With Guns Podcast, we break down what we believe is one of the worst concealed carry pistols we’ve ever shot — the Springfield XDS 9mm.

Jeromy owns the pistol, and after running it extensively, it has consistently failed to perform the way a carry gun should. We talk through two videos we made featuring the XDS: a full review and a competition-style shoot, both of which exposed serious issues with reliability and shootability.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Jeromy’s experience owning and shooting the Springfield XDS 9mm

• Why the XDS performed poorly in both a review and competition video

• What makes a pistol a bad choice for concealed carry

• Pistols we prefer over the XDS for carry

• Other firearm and shooting topics

This episode is for shooters who want honest opinions on carry guns, gear we actually use, and the kind of real-world firearm discussions you won’t see anywhere else.

In Episode 01 of the Bald Guys With Guns Podcast, we tell the story of how we met, why we started the channel, and what pushed us to finally hit record.

This episode lays the foundation for Bald Guys With Guns. We talk about our backgrounds, how casual range conversations turned into a firearms-focused YouTube channel, and why we wanted to create honest, no-BS gun content.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How we met and started shooting together

• Why we decided to launch a firearms YouTube channel

• The direction and goals for Bald Guys With Guns

• Why Marlin Firearms stood out as a brand we wanted to feature

• Why the Marlin bolt-action .22LR became our very first video

This episode explains the “why” behind the channel and sets the tone for future conversations about firearms, gear, and shooting culture.d