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
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Sunday, May 31, 2015
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
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
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
Saturday, May 30, 2015
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
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.
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.
Friday, May 29, 2015
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
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
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
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/05/28/review-torkmag-50-round-ar15-magazine/
From: The Firearm Blog
Thursday, May 28, 2015
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
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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgyY9ooKmK8
From: Strike Industries via The Firearm Blog
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
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
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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EMJfVC7bDk
From: Powerfactor show
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Faxon Firearms ARAK 21
TWANGnBANG does a good review of this adaptable rifle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYVMp7z-oME
TWANGnBANG
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
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
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
Monday, May 25, 2015
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
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
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
Sunday, May 24, 2015
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
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
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
Saturday, May 23, 2015
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
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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scczMbvmp9s
From: TriggertimeTV
Friday, May 22, 2015
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
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
Thursday, May 21, 2015
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
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
http://www.recoilweb.com/aimpoint-pro-survives-a-damned-house-fire-65175.html
There is another lesson in this story abou safes.
From: RECOIL
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
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
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
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
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
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
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
Monday, May 18, 2015
Count Dracula Draw Stroke
Steve Fisher Of Sentintal Concepts shows this garment technique for CCW.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmUj2775o1M
From: TriggerTimeTV
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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SYU17iVXRo
From: MrGunsngear
Sunday, May 17, 2015
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
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
Saturday, May 16, 2015
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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCgmfbAbP-Q
From: Vickers Tactical
Friday, May 15, 2015
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
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
Thursday, May 14, 2015
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
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/05/13/chinese-small-arms-7th-beijing-police-equipment-expo/
From; The Firearm Blog
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
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
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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mmYkjuomoIE
From: MrGunsngear
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
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
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
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
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
Monday, May 11, 2015
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
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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZjs0JLiAVU
From: Polenar Tactical
Sunday, May 10, 2015
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
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
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
http://www.shootingtimes.com/ammo/ultimate-300-aac-blackout-ammo-test/
From: Shooting Times
Saturday, May 9, 2015
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
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
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
This law goes in to effect on July 1st.
From: Guns.com
Friday, May 8, 2015
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
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
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
Thursday, May 7, 2015
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
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
Link: http://www.guns.com/2015/05/04/gunfighter-university-is-virtual-firearms-training-hot-or-not-video/
Link: Gunfighter University
From: Guns.com
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
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
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
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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jXQ4vTcKj0
From: Jantonio51
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Beretta Pico
Hickok45 had chance to review this new pocket pistol from Beretta.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XjYtISS08U
From: hickok45
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
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
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
Monday, May 4, 2015
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
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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J9Kw4cT1zbM
From: Military Arms Channel
Sunday, May 3, 2015
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
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
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
http://www.americanrifleman.org/articles/2015/4/3/behind-enemy-lines-weapons-of-vietnams-covert-warriors/
From: American Rifleman
Saturday, May 2, 2015
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
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
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
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
Friday, May 1, 2015
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
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
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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ed0TNl-3MKs
From: TriggerTumeTV