.460 magnum and ballistic gel

Jerry Miculek shoots two types of ammunitions - 200 gr at 2200 fps, and 395 gr at 1520 fps - to see how .460 Magnum performs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_NKKRHdWR0


You can see a small explosion in 3:01 and 4:20. This is caused by airs compressing rapidly in a closed space. condensing heat in a small area leading to explosion.

From: Miculek.com

3D printed Suppressor endurance test

SIG Sauer tested how far a 3D printed suppressor can endure. The gun used was MK48, with 600 rounds. The advantage of 3D printing is that it can make more interesting geometry.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbAkr1Ahc5o


From: SIG Sauer

Sliding under the barricade

3-Gun competition shooter Rick Birdsall shows one way to cut time on moving. Check out about 0:12

As far as I know there is no rule against sliding under the barricade, but in USPSA/IPSC, this would not work.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcfuRo8pPeQ


From: Birdsall821 via The Firearm Blog

Haley Strategic MP2 Magazine Insert

This insert alows user to have retention for any open top nylon pockets without bungies. It works for 30 round 5.56, 5.45, 7.62 caliber magazines.

It was built specifically for the D3CR and D3CR-H, but also works with magazine carriers from Mayflower Research & Consulting, Velocity Systems, LBT, First Spear, Eagle Industries, Crye Precision, Tactical Tailor, Blueforce Gear, LBT and others.

Price is $12 each or $40 for a 4-pack

Website: http://haleystrategic.com/mp2/

From: Haley Strategic

Robinson Armament M96

Iraqveteran8888 looks at this copy of Stoner 63

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp2FSdfaoi0


From: Iraqveteran8888

Texas Open carry bill passes

Texans finally got the Open Carry bill passed in both the House and the Senate, and Gov. Abbott is expected to sign it.

http://www.dallasnews.com/news/local-news/20150529-texas-legislators-approve-licensed-open-carry-bill-sending-it-to-gov.-abbott..ece

The law would still require a license to open carry.

It will go in to effect in Jan. 2016.

PTR 32 KFR review

MrGunsngear take a look at this rifle that looks like a H&K G3, but can take an AK-47 magazine. The new version fixes the steel AK magazine issue, and Mrgunsngear checks with several different magazines as well.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGM3BVcL7ME


From: MrGunsngear channel

Bianchi Cup 2015

Doug Koenig once again took the High Overall and High Open with 1920-180x

Other winners are,
High Woman: Anita Mackiewicz 1916-166x
High Metallic: Staff Sgt. Patrick Franks 1902-140x
High Production: Enoch Smith 1874-137x
High Senior: Kelley Gilmore 1909-157x
High Junior: Tim Yackley 1898-125x

From: NRA Blog

TorkMag 50 round AR15 magazine review

The Firearm Blog did a review of this new 50 round magazine and there was a critical problem identified

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/05/28/review-torkmag-50-round-ar15-magazine/

From: The Firearm Blog

SilencerCo piston kit for pistol cans

SilencerCo released a piston kit that helps shooters figure out the greatest host compatibility.

Price: $329


From: SilencerCo vi Guns.com

Strike Industries Dual Interface Rail Section

Strike Industries is coming up with a rail section that can work in both KeyMod and M-LOK system

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgyY9ooKmK8



From: Strike Industries via The Firearm Blog

7.62 suppressor test

MAC tested 7.62 suppressors this time.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL2Q2DIX76o


For those who want to see only the results,

Baseline: 170dB+
AAC SR-7: 145dB
SilencerCo Saker 7.62: 148dB
SureFire SOCOM 762-RC: 146dB
Griffin Armament Recce-7: 139dB
Dead Air 7.62 Sandman-L: 141dB
SilencerCo Omega .30cal: 137dB

using on 5.56 rifles,
Griffin Armament Recce-7: 135dB
SilencerCo Saker 7.62: 138dB
SilencerCo Omega .30cal: 136dB
SureFire SOCOM 762-RC: 143dB

Fom: Military Arms Channel

New 2015 IDPA Cover & Reloading Rules

Powerfactor show looks at the effects of the new IDPA cover rule and compares it with the previous rules. This becomes a bit more technical and maybe boring for those not interested in IDPA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EMJfVC7bDk


From: Powerfactor show

Faxon Firearms ARAK 21

TWANGnBANG does a good review of this adaptable rifle

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYVMp7z-oME


TWANGnBANG

Miculek wields dual AF2011

You can expect some interesting things to happen when it's Jerry Miculek shooting akimbo with the double barreled 1911

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tEYcUSQDyw


From: Miculek.com

7 key components of the upper triangle

Rob Leatham shares his knowledge on how to have a great upper shooting stance.

http://blog.springfield-armory.com/7-key-components-of-the-upper-triangle-in-a-shooting-stance

Here are some other knowledge
6 tips for getting better grip
http://blog.springfield-armory.com/6-tips-to-getting-a-better-grip-on-your-gun

Improve your trigger pull with these 6 tips
http://blog.springfield-armory.com/improve-your-trigger-pull-with-these-6-tips

From: Rob Leatham

SureFire Genesis 762 Thread-On Suppressor

Here's some quick video on SureFire's new suppressor

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBY-DJsn9qo


From: SureFire

SKS Gatling gun

If you were able to buy SKSs for a nice price, this might be a set up to go for.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxZGepH_d5M


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIFpWwU8nhE

This is up for sale

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=484412533

From: AR15.com

Some basic terminologies to know

Guns & Ammo has some basic terminologies that beginners could learn when it comes to shooting. Most are ballistics related.

http://www.gunsandammo.com/shoot101/common-ballistic-terms-you-should-know/


From: Guns & Ammo

Some interesting things from SOFIC

Soldier Systems has some interesting gun related items they noticed at SOFIC(Special Operations Forces Industry Conference)

First is holster for Glock with 6-second mount from Geissele
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/05/20/sofic-2015-raven-concealment-systems/

And SIG Sauer is coming up with QD swivel cup for Picatinny rail
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/05/20/sofic-2015-sig-qd-sling-swivel-cup/

From: Soldier Systems

B&T APC9

LAV demonstrates this new SMG from company that used to be called Bruegger & Thormet

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZXGBBzageQ


From: LAV

Concealed carry tips for women

Melissa Gilliland talks about some other points to keep in mind for women who wants to carry firearms.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scczMbvmp9s



From: TriggertimeTV

A Brief Tour of the Rock Island Auction Company

Ian shows us how it looks like inside the Rock Island Auction Company

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8JegDryU9U


You can see a photo of the whole area from the website
http://www.forgottenweapons.com/a-brief-tour-of-the-rock-island-auction-company/


From: Forgotten Weapons

Adventure Combat Ops

This is a new attraction coming to Las Vegas near Palms hotel. It will be a 2 hour experience. Cost is expected to be at $200-289.

The facility is 77,000 square feet with 13 furnished houses and special effects.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myvc66wRYaQ


The website's calendar seems to indicate the place will open on June 18th.

Website: https://www.adventurecombatops.com/

From: Las Vegas Review Journal

Comp-Tac Flatline Thumb Break Holster

Comp-Tac came out with a new Thumb break holster. This holster can be worn both inside and outside the waistband. It comes with IWB standard clips, OWB Flatline clips and OWB offset Flatline clips

It features a level-2 retention system, but an be converted to a level 1 if user wants.

Link: http://www.comp-tac.com/tactical-holsters/flatline-thumb-break-holster-10528

Price $94.99

From: Comp-Tac

Aimpoint survives house fire and more

RECOIL has an article on how an Aimpoint Pro surived not only the house fire but water and cold weather until the investigation was done.

http://www.recoilweb.com/aimpoint-pro-survives-a-damned-house-fire-65175.html

There is another lesson in this story abou safes.

From: RECOIL

G-Code INCOG Shadow holster

G-Code announced new holster capapble of carrying weapon light mounted guns inside waist belt. This holster is built on INCOG line developed with Travis Haley's help. It also has Tactical Fuzz laminate.

It comes either in stand alone single clip($75) or dual clip system($80)

Currently it is offered for
Glock 17, 19
H&K VP9, P30
SIG P226
S&W M&P 9 and 40
More models will be added soon.

Weapon light model available are
Streamlight TLR-1
SureFire X200, X300 and X300U

From: G-Code

New "Most clay targets broken in one hour" record set

CZ-USA's Dave Miller shot 3653 clays in 60 minutes, setting a new record.

Congratulations!

From: Guns.com

Magpul AK Furniture test

Ak Operators Union, Local 47-74 decided to test the new Magpul furnitures for AK.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZ4sYGLejfw


From: Ak Operators Union, Local 47-74

How far will a 45 ACP kill?

Iraqveteran8888 looks at how far a .45 acp can be effective.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDnsGe0QwhA



From: Iraqveteran8888

Taurus PT111 G2 9mm review

MrGunsngear takes a look at this cheap 9mm from Taurus. Taurus has a not-so-stellar reputation among serious shooters and this video looks in to whether it is justified or not.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHJLNVBibpg



From: MrGunsnGear

TackingPoint having financial trouble

According to Guns.com, TrackingPoint stopped taking orders due to financial difficulty

It is unclear what the status of their financial situation is, but it doesn't look good when they had layoffs in February and now this.

From: Guns.com

Count Dracula Draw Stroke

Steve Fisher Of Sentintal Concepts shows this garment technique for CCW.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmUj2775o1M


From: TriggerTimeTV

How to properly insert foam ear plug

This is a very simple thing but I've seen people who are not able to do this.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SYU17iVXRo


From: MrGunsngear

2015 Single Stack Nationals

Last weekend was the 2015 Single Stack Nationals, where Phil Strader won the top spot.

http://1911ssc.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/2015-Single-Stack-Finals-finish.pdf

Here are some videos from the competition

Jojo Vidanes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vU-E4rJTdI


Jesse Duff

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okdBYtf4Jrk


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DBfOYWKGMKg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-aAr17u0jE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6tB7Na1mnE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RfLI5w7Zq8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKwhgk9mTds
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdY7JXvORiY

Inside AK-74

LAV uploaded video of AK-74's inner workings in slow motion

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCgmfbAbP-Q


From: Vickers Tactical

History of the Designated Marksman’s Rifle

Ian from Forgotten Weapons goes through how DMR's changed over years starting iwth WW2.

http://www.forgottenweapons.com/history-of-the-designated-marksmans-rifle-video/

Also, he blogged about a nice video from capandball discussing SVT40

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBv7a17ex0E



From: Forgotten Weapons, capandball

BCMGunfighter 1911

Bravo Company is releasing limited number of 1911 created with inputs from various experts and Wilson Combat. Each gun has over 30 hours of custom hand work and precision machining.

Link: http://www.bravocompanymfg.com/1911/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rF5BVkcNgl0


Price is going to be around $3000

From: BCM, Vickers Tactical

Chinese small arms from Beijing Police Equipment Expo

The Firearm Blog has translations and explanations on firearms displayed at the Beijing Police Equipment Expo

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/05/13/chinese-small-arms-7th-beijing-police-equipment-expo/


From; The Firearm Blog

Aimpoint H2 coming in August

Aimpoint is releasing Micro H-2, a simpler version og Micro T-2 in August. The imporvements from T-2 was incorporated in to H-2 as well. Price is expected to be at $600

Link: http://www.aimpoint.com/us/products/all-products/product-singleview/product/Micro%20H-2/

Arsenal AF 2011a1 review by GY6

GY6 did a full review of Arsenal AF 2011a1. He shot it several times to induce malfunction, and took some times. However the front sight fell off sometime during the firing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKoQRFwWkMY


From: GY6

Vortex Optics 3x Magnifier With Flip Mount Review

Mrgunsngear looks at the Vortex VMX-3T Magnifier with Flip Mount.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mmYkjuomoIE


From: MrGunsngear

Testing 5.56mm Suppressors

MAC decided to test variety of suppressors and this will be divided up in to several different segments. This segment is about 5.56 mm suppressors. AAC, SilencerCo, Surefire, and Griffin Armament were tested. If you want to see just the results, skip to 13:03

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51cSzfn-WCo



From: Military Arms Channel

Engaging multiple targets tip by Travis Haley

Travis Haley has been flying solo since leaving Magpul Dynamics and now he is in to body mechanics thingy. And here's what to do when you are engaging multiple targets horizontally across. Point your dick at it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmGV0To-x-c


The point seems to be that you are using your legs to move instead of just your torso swiveling like a tank turret.

From: geeforbimbo vis ENDO

SIG Sauer introduces Team SIG

Sig Sauer is coming up with a shooting team lead by Max Michel, with help of Bruce Gray. The team will use P320 and M400 rifle and other SIG firearms.

The Team will also provide education and training for competitive shooters, regardless of skill level.

http://www.ammoland.com/2015/05/sig-sauer-introduces-team-sig-sets-new-standard-for-support-of-competitive-shooting/


From: Ammoland

Wilson Combat Recon 308 AR-10 Review

Mrgunsngear had chance to take a look at the Wilson Combat Recon 308. It's a bit expensive( $2999) but you can count on Wilson to come up with something good

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMvoDjGre2Y


From: Mrgunsngear

Grand Power

Polenar Tactical had chance to look st the Slovakian pistol with 2 round burst, and another model with full-auto mode. It is always interesting to see handguns that can fire multiple rounds, but its utility is very limited.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZjs0JLiAVU



From: Polenar Tactical

Krebs Custom AK 103K-S Rifle

Mrgunsandgear takes a look at this rifle based on Bulagrian heritage.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXRFEsx0DD4


From: Mrgunsandgear

Game vs reality

The Game Theorists did this comparison of video games and real life hostage rescue. Scott Reitz of International Tactical provided a bit of training.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4lmLwhfPQ9Y



From: The Game Theorists

300 BLK data

Shooting TImes has an article on datas from differnt .300 BLK rounds, both subsonic and supersonic

http://www.shootingtimes.com/ammo/ultimate-300-aac-blackout-ammo-test/


From: Shooting Times

SVD vs PSL vs VEPR

Military Arms Channel is comparing the three rifles from the former members of the Warsaw Pact. He only got to shot 3 rounds each but it is enough to show that they are very similar to each other.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPc-i87jio8


From: Military Arms Channel

SureFire 123A Battery Long Term Testing

Jim Basham did a test on old SureFire batteries and compared it with the new ones. Results are not that surprising.

http://flashlightguide.com/2015/05/surefire-123a-battery-long-term-test/

From: Flashlight Guide

Tennessee governor signs bill for lifetime carry permits

Gov. Bill Haslam signed SB 0700/HB 0745 which gives CCW permit holder option of having a lifetime permit for $500. Currently, renewal fee is $50 for every five years, with $115 for the first 5 years. Quick calculation says that it takes about 40 years to make the lifetime permit to become less costly.

This law goes in to effect on July 1st.

From: Guns.com

Schwarzlose 1898 Semiauto Pistol

Forgotten Weapons gets chance to shoot this old semi-auto pistol. It is a very interesting design, not to mention the gun featured in video has serial number of 1.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYl0dQAJMh4


From: Forgotten Weapons

Remington deals for USPSA members

Remington Arms and USPSA teamed up for a special deal running until May 31st. USPSA members need to photocopy back of their membership card and send in order form with it.

Link: http://www.uspsa.org/ROC.php

The list of deals available can be found on this list
http://www.uspsa.org/ROC/FoUSPSA%20Product%20List.pdf

From: USPSA

Moving with a rifle

Mike Lamb discusses on several things to consider when you are moving from oe position to another

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67l-S_KN0Lw


From: Trigger Time TV

Gunfighter University review

Guns.com reviewed their experience with Gunfighter University by John "Shrek" McPhee. This is a system where you can send in video of your shooting and McPhee will diagnos and give advice. There is a nominal fee involved.

Link: http://www.guns.com/2015/05/04/gunfighter-university-is-virtual-firearms-training-hot-or-not-video/

Link: Gunfighter University

From: Guns.com

Glock trigger pull experiment

Todd Green at Pistol-training.com posted about his experiment with reducing Glock trigger pull by using aftermarket parts. Glock factory settings tend to be around 6-7lbs despite what Glock claims.

Todd Green used APEX Tactical, Taran Tactical parts. Some other people shared their measurement with ZEV parts as well

http://pistol-training.com/archives/9504

From: Pistol-Training.com

Asking 14 Experts: .45 ACP vs 9mm?

Tactical-Life.com asked 14 experts in the industry to share their opinions on this issue.

Link: http://www.tactical-life.com/gear/45-acp-vs-9mm-ammo/#bsum-buffoni

From: Tactical Life.com

Manny Pacquiao shooting IPSC

This was released many years ago, but it's fun to watch again. He may have lost the 'Fight of the century' but Mayweather probably has no chance in this game.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jXQ4vTcKj0


From: Jantonio51

Beretta Pico

Hickok45 had chance to review this new pocket pistol from Beretta.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XjYtISS08U



From: hickok45

Costa Ludus War Sport Built Rifle

Chris Costa explains his decisions for various components on his War Sport rifle

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vITVHNGoZc


From: Costa Ludus

India to replace INSAS in certain areas

INSAS is the product of Indians to build their own standard issue rifle and so far it has been a very questionable path. Now the word comes that all INSAS in "Red Zones" where there is a heavy fighting will be replaced with AKs, and some other hot spots will have 50% replaced with AKs.

Link: http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/05/04/india-replaces-all-insas-rifles-in-red-zones-with-aks-cites-insas-as-defective/


From: The Firearm Blog

Japanese Type 97 Sniper Rifle

Ian from Forgotten Weapons talks about WW2 sniper rifles made by Imperial Japanese.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvoeQvHbCyc



From: Forgotten Weapons

First Shots with the BCM Mk12 SPR

MAC finally got his hands on BCM Mk12 SPR and takes it out to shooting range.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J9Kw4cT1zbM



From: Military Arms Channel

2015 USPSA Multigun Nationals videos

USPSA Multigun Nationals was held over the last weekend and Daniel Horner once again took the top seat.

To see the full results:
https://practiscore.com/results.php?uuid=BD5D14BD-B579-4127-993B-642AFB9D7A58

Here are some videos of stages.

US Army Marksmanship Unit has highlights.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9rHssB-MWk



and Steve Ting has 11 out of 12 stages
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdwb3cRMBx8


From: Steve Ting, US Army Marksmanship Unit

Wyatt Earp on shooting vs gunfighting

LooseRounds.com has an excerpt from “Wyatt Earp: Frontier Marshall” by Stuart N. Lake.

http://looserounds.com/2015/04/23/wyatt-earp-on-shooting-vs-gunfighting/

In short, Take time to aim, no fancy tricks.

From: LooseRounds.com

Weapons used in the Vietnam war

American Rifleman has some detailed article on guns used by Special Forces during the Vietnam war.

http://www.americanrifleman.org/articles/2015/4/3/behind-enemy-lines-weapons-of-vietnams-covert-warriors/

From: American Rifleman

SureFire SOCOM300 SPS suppressor

SureFire now has SOCOM 2 Series Sound Suppressor, SOCOM300 SPS. Price is $1075.

Link: http://www.surefire.com/socom300-sps-2.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lswTMEjHvSI


From: SureFire

Skill Set: Reloading vs. Malfunctions

Tiger McKee discusses things you can do to reduce malfunctions. But he also stresses that it is important to be proficient with malfunction clearing drills

http://www.thetacticalwire.com/features/229726


From; The Tactical Wire

Limitless Gear OPFOR mag carrier prototype review

Guns.com had chance to review this new upcoming AR magazine carrier

Review: http://www.guns.com/2015/04/30/gear-review-opfor-mag-carrier-prototype-by-limitless-gear/

Here is another review from the Loadout Room
http://loadoutroom.com/12796/limitless-gear-opfor-mc-r-mag-carrier-review/

From: Guns.com, Loadout Room

AR15 EOTech EXPS 3-0 vs AimPoint T-2 Red Dots

SuperSetCA compares the two RDS and talks about pros and cons.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQqkAu2rZAg


From: SuperSetCA

Tactical Solution 10/22 Takedown barrel/stock combo

Tactical Solution came up with bull barrel and stock kit for Ruger 10/22 Takedown rifles. This only works for Ruger 10/22 Takedown rifles or Charger pistols.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TvyADhluuA


MSRP is $369

From: Guns.com

Concealed Carry for the ladies

Melissa Gilliland of Shadow 6 talks about CCW options for females and touches on using bags for carrying firearm. It is generally not the best way, but there are somethings to consider if carryng in  a bad is the only option.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ed0TNl-3MKs


From: TriggerTumeTV