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Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Vanguard 2 holster - Advanced kit
Raven Concealment Systems came out with updated Vanguard 2 holster. It now features the CLAW from EIDOLON to improve concealability.
https://raven-concealment-systems1.mybigcommerce.com/vanguard-2-holster-advanced-kit/
Price is $44.99
*This is not compatible with Basic Kit Strut or the Lanyard option. CLAW will only fit the gun it was designed for
From: Raven Concealment Systems
Reising M55 Submachine Gun
Ian from Forgotten weapons goes over Reising M55.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVH9aEF2EX0
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVH9aEF2EX0
From: Forgotten Weapons
Sig MPX Suppressed
Hickok45 takes a look at this carbine from SIG Sauer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C27E6cO62u0
From: Hickok45
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C27E6cO62u0
From: Hickok45
Malaysian XM8
The Firearm Blog has photo of H&K XM8 used by Malaysian military. You can also see MP5 with a grenade launcher in the photo
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/09/29/xm8-spotted-at-58th-malaysian-independence-day-parade/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/09/29/xm8-spotted-at-58th-malaysian-independence-day-parade/
From: The Firearm Blog
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Outdoor GSSF matches
Powerfactor show went over GSSF(Glock Shooting Sport Foundation) match. One of he things you can benefit is that (at least some I've been to) there are armorers who will look at your Glock and update the parts if needed. Also, it's a no stress fun shooting game. This is not as extensive as IDPA or USPSA so it's a great start for those who want to get a taste of shooting matches.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOcQstP06hQ
From: Powerfactor Show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOcQstP06hQ
From: Powerfactor Show
The Sentinel: Mac's Military Origin
The Sentinel is coming up and this time Tyler talks askes Pat McNamara's origin.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQboSgMxvrA
From: The Sentinel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQboSgMxvrA
From: The Sentinel
Monday, September 28, 2015
Dueck Defense Red dot Back up Sight Base
Barry Dueck came up with this sight base for installing red dot sights. It has front and rear iron sigths as well. This is to be installed on the rear.
This has enough height to clear suppressors as well.
Website: https://dueckdefense.com/shop/firearms/red-dot-back-up-sight-base/
Price: $$129.95
From: Dueck Defense via Soldier Systems
Pat McNamara Carbine TAPS
Pat McNamara worked with Panteao Production to release the DVD. Currently, the video is available for streaming with DVD soon to follow
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=og8mmort4Ps
From: Panteao Productions
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=og8mmort4Ps
From: Panteao Productions
Mannlicher 1894
Ian got to look at this advanced for the time, but ill-fated pistol
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5ODa-TYaFw
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5ODa-TYaFw
From: Forgotten Weapons
Sunday, September 27, 2015
Colt Defense gets $212 mil M4 contract
Colt Defense has been awarded joint contract with FN. The amount is $212 million. This is going to run until 2020.
While this is better than bankruptcy it is still not going to pull Colt from its financial hole just yet.
While this is better than bankruptcy it is still not going to pull Colt from its financial hole just yet.
SIG 552
LAV goes over this carbine. He points out some flaws that were in the design.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5Z-n5S22XE
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5Z-n5S22XE
From: Vickers Tactical
The dangerous future of tactical entertainment
Aaron Barruga looks at this phenomenon of Tactical Entertainment that moved in to the firearms training industry for last 10 years. There has been some very questionable instructors who got famous for
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/09/26/there-is-too-much-social-media-on-this-firing-line-the-dangerous-future-of-tactical-entertainment/
From: Soldier Systems
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/09/26/there-is-too-much-social-media-on-this-firing-line-the-dangerous-future-of-tactical-entertainment/
From: Soldier Systems
Saturday, September 26, 2015
PKM with suppressor
Steve Lee, famous for his song "I like guns", has been doing many things gun related since then. Here he shoots a suppressed PKM in Cambodia
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQ0I47mCWYQ
From: Steve Lee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQ0I47mCWYQ
From: Steve Lee
More Iranian Fateh rifle pics
The Firearm Blog posted more pictures of what looks like an Iranian AR clone, Fateh
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/09/24/new-images-of-iranian-fateh-rifle-released-its-an-ar-15/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/09/24/new-images-of-iranian-fateh-rifle-released-its-an-ar-15/
From: The Firearm Blog
Friday, September 25, 2015
Trijicon MRO and FN FNC
MAC takes an initial look at this new red dot sight and puts some rounds down with the FN FNC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0u-u9t80-bU
From: Military Arms Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0u-u9t80-bU
From: Military Arms Channel
Type 89 Knee Mortar
Ian goes over this WW2 Japanese mortar. This is a NFA item.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anlaOcpi8JA
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anlaOcpi8JA
From: Forgotten Weapons
16-inch bulletproof glass vs RPG-7
Russian show Crash Zone decided to test if putting thick layers of bulletproof glasses will be a good idea for armor.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=2&v=_J-uKNb6TaI
From: Crash Zone
https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=2&v=_J-uKNb6TaI
From: Crash Zone
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Suppressors for Safety PSA
Chris Cheng made a PSA video about suppressor. This is good for people who have no to little idea regarding suppressors
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKu0jc8X1Xg
From: Chris Cheng
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKu0jc8X1Xg
From: Chris Cheng
Modern Day Marine
Soldier Systems is covering Modern Day Marine event. Here are some gun related items
RCS holster for 6-second mount
Raven Concealment Systems has a pre-production holster design for guns with ALG Defense's 6-second mount.
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/09/23/mdm-alg-defense-raven-concealment-systems/
PIG FDT Bravo FR glove
PIG incident gear is coming out with flame resistant version of the glove. The Bravo FR Glove has touch screen capability. It will be out sometime in November
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/09/23/patrol-incident-gear-pig-fdt-bravo-fr-glove/
Magpul PMAG 15 GL9
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/09/23/mdm-sneak-peek-production-magpul-pmag-15-gl9/
From: Soldier Systems
RCS holster for 6-second mount
Raven Concealment Systems has a pre-production holster design for guns with ALG Defense's 6-second mount.
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/09/23/mdm-alg-defense-raven-concealment-systems/
PIG FDT Bravo FR glove
PIG incident gear is coming out with flame resistant version of the glove. The Bravo FR Glove has touch screen capability. It will be out sometime in November
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/09/23/patrol-incident-gear-pig-fdt-bravo-fr-glove/
Magpul PMAG 15 GL9
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/09/23/mdm-sneak-peek-production-magpul-pmag-15-gl9/
From: Soldier Systems
Civil War rifle hit by lightning
Here's a story we don't get to see often. The rifle in the link was hit by lightning while a poor soul was on his sentry duty.
http://www.guns.com/2015/09/22/a-human-lightning-rod-story-from-the-civil-war-3-photos/
You can see this rifle at the Springfield Armory National Historic Site
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2015/09/22/a-human-lightning-rod-story-from-the-civil-war-3-photos/
You can see this rifle at the Springfield Armory National Historic Site
From: Guns.com
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
ATF rules on Can Cannon
ATF looked at Can Cannon from X Products and ruled that the Can Cannon itself is not illegal, but once it is put on a rifle receiver, it's a short barrel rifle. Furthermore, if it is placed on a pistol, it will be an AOW - Any Other Weapon.
X Products submitted their revised design.
You can read the determination letter
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Can_Cannon_Determination_Letter.pdf
From: The Firearm Blog
X Products submitted their revised design.
You can read the determination letter
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Can_Cannon_Determination_Letter.pdf
From: The Firearm Blog
USPSA Carry Optics review
Larry from Powerfactor Show shares his opinion on his experience with Carry Optics division.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhAAqK9NIOo
From: Powerfactor Show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhAAqK9NIOo
From: Powerfactor Show
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
CMG-3
Forgotten Weapons shows Colt CMG-3 due to go on auction from James D Julia auction
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3aayF-S2ps
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3aayF-S2ps
From: Forgotten Weapons
Vektor CR-21
MAC got to look at this rare rifle from South Africa.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3d8bKsgOaE
From: Military Arms Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3d8bKsgOaE
From: Military Arms Channel
Monday, September 21, 2015
WWI Trench Mauser
Periscope rifles were used often during trench warfare and here's a simple version. There are some interesting setups.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqrw9KVzQzc
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqrw9KVzQzc
From: Forgotten Weapons
Self-evaluation and improvement using drills
There are many drills out there and most of them have very good use. For example, El Presidente drill incorporates transition from targets, reloading, as well as turning around. FAST drill challenges shooters to switch from accuracy to speed after reload. The Test is all about shooting fundamentals.
One of things we can do, aside from practicing various skills, is to use the drills as a method to evaluate our shooting skills. Using a timer and an accuracy standard, we can see how good or bad we are.
Go out to range, set up a drill, and see how you can do. If you are able to maintain a standard, you can safely say that you are that good according to what the drill is supposed to be about.
If you cannot maintain a consistent standard, it is time to break it down to its components and work on it, then use the drill to see if you improved. Is it transition from target to target? reload? presentation? Those small components has to be refined in order to improve overall performance.
Make sure you can meet the standard you set any time, any where. Making the standard once and missing it rest of other times is not meeting the standard. It is being able to meet the standard on-demand that matters.
It is very tempting to practice the drills until you get the result you want. But let's ask ourselves some question about such practice. Are we trying to get better at a particular drill or are we trying to improve our shooting skills?
It probably would be better in long run to work on components and use drills as a way to measure, than to repeatedly trying a drill and getting used to it.
Sunday, September 20, 2015
Volksturm VG-5/ VK-98
Ian from Forgotten Weapons gives us a look at an authentic "last-ditch rifle" of Nazi Germany. These were made during the last moments of WW2 and you can see many cost-cutting measures.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7S3IWyjQKY
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7S3IWyjQKY
From: Forgotten Weapons
Travis Haley shoots revolver
After losing a bet, Travis Haley gets to shoot revolvers and wear cowboy clothes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JV2Gvr8CkEE
From: Haley Strategic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JV2Gvr8CkEE
From: Haley Strategic
First focal plane or second focal plane
TriggerTime TV's Jim Gilliland and Jason Wilson discuss strength and weeknesses of two types.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1MMq2cxzw8
From: TriggerTime TV
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1MMq2cxzw8
From: TriggerTime TV
Saturday, September 19, 2015
Glock 43 and M&P Shield
LAV shares some quick observation about the two pistols.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdYH2M7CJN4
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdYH2M7CJN4
From: Vickers Tactical
Magpul discontinues Foliage Green
Magpul is discontinuing Foliage Green option. They are having 30% off sale. This includes weapon parts and accessories, magazines, and other items.
https://www.magpul.com/search-results?PID=88&eComQuery=foliage&ProductNumber=foliage
From: Magpul
https://www.magpul.com/search-results?PID=88&eComQuery=foliage&ProductNumber=foliage
From: Magpul
The Sentinel Origins
Pat McNamara explains what insipired him to start the project
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQR2w3GFtIk
From: The Sentinel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQR2w3GFtIk
From: The Sentinel
iNKUNZI PAW
Soldier Systems has some interesting weapon from South Africa. This is a Personal Area Weapon, made to shoot 20mm rounds.
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/09/18/dsei-inkunzi-paw/
According to comments section, the gun was featured in the movie "District 9" and "Chappie"
From: Soldier Systems
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/09/18/dsei-inkunzi-paw/
According to comments section, the gun was featured in the movie "District 9" and "Chappie"
From: Soldier Systems
Friday, September 18, 2015
Urban Shield 2015
Here's a video from Urban Shield 2015 held in San Francisco Bay area(technically farther inland). The event is for various agencies's SWAT teams to test their skills and get some feedback.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DX1_Aug1Y-8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DX1_Aug1Y-8
M855A1 vs Level III AR500 Armor
The Wound Channel looks at performance of the new ammunition used by the US military.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0gxeSpjdSk
From: The Wound Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0gxeSpjdSk
From: The Wound Channel
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Sammy Davis, Jr.'s revolver
National Firearm Museum shows us the pistol Sammy Davis Jr. had.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=270&v=j-FPbz3DI50
Here's him showing off his skills
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0acMU9nOFzo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6aNzFYHyz8
From: NFM Curator, VespaGS, lledslinger
https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=270&v=j-FPbz3DI50
Here's him showing off his skills
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0acMU9nOFzo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6aNzFYHyz8
From: NFM Curator, VespaGS, lledslinger
Beretta ARX200
Beretta showed its (updated) .308 rifle based on ARX platform. It is piston operated with 16-inch barrel. It weighs 4.5 kg(9.92 lbs)
http://armamentresearch.com/beretta-unveils-arx-200-designated-marksman-rifle/
From: Armament Research
http://armamentresearch.com/beretta-unveils-arx-200-designated-marksman-rifle/
From: Armament Research
Wednesday, September 16, 2015
SilencerCo unveils products
SilencerCo revealed a few products today.
Osprey Micro is a silencer for a .22 firearm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTOWhyBc_2I
Maxim 9 integrally suppressed pistol
SilencerCo made this pistol based on S&W M&P. Sounds from camera are not the best way to estimate the actual loudness, but it is fun to see. Soldier Systems says that there will be more modifications down the road
https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=34&v=gfnnrmeliGA
You can read more from Soldier Systems
From: Top Shot Chris Cheng, Silencer Co, Soldier Systems
Osprey Micro is a silencer for a .22 firearm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTOWhyBc_2I
Maxim 9 integrally suppressed pistol
SilencerCo made this pistol based on S&W M&P. Sounds from camera are not the best way to estimate the actual loudness, but it is fun to see. Soldier Systems says that there will be more modifications down the road
https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=34&v=gfnnrmeliGA
You can read more from Soldier Systems
From: Top Shot Chris Cheng, Silencer Co, Soldier Systems
What caliber can bust open a lock?
Demolition Ranch tests various calibers on locks to see which works the best.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-Qae4hY32c
From: Demolition Ranch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-Qae4hY32c
From: Demolition Ranch
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Chauchat: Shooting, History, and Tactics
Ian looks at some myths and overblow things around the often criticized gun, Chauchat
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCwP3Dm52Ls
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCwP3Dm52Ls
From: Forgotten Weapons
The Sentinel teaser trailer
Vickers Tactical uploaded a teaser trailer for the upcoming web show The Sentinel. It features former Special Operations Veterans Pat McNamara and Tyler Grey. It is a series about survival and personal protection.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pacj-QhI3ds
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pacj-QhI3ds
From: Vickers Tactical
Bundeswehr G36 replacement solicitation
German Ministry of defense put out a solicitation to replace G36. Weaponsman.com looked inside the solicitation and there are some interesting items. There is a 5 point Key points.
http://weaponsman.com/?p=25346
It seems like there are some rifles in German MoD's mind.
From: Weaponsman.com via The Firearm Blog
http://weaponsman.com/?p=25346
It seems like there are some rifles in German MoD's mind.
From: Weaponsman.com via The Firearm Blog
Monday, September 14, 2015
SureFire XC1 first look
Travis Haley got his review of SureFire XC1 light up. The light is intended for CQB distance but it does well a bit more beyond that
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlGz6NMpSvk
From: Haley Strategic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlGz6NMpSvk
From: Haley Strategic
FireClean controversy
There has been claims that the FireClean is like Crisco and it is circulating in gun-lube world.
Then Vuurwapen took the samples to the University of Arizona and ran infrared spectroscopy test.
You can read about the test as well as implications.
http://www.vuurwapenblog.com/general-opinion/lies-errors-and-omissions/ir-spectra-fireclean-crisco/
From: Vuurwapen blog via The Firearm Blog
The Firearm Blog postings
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/09/13/yes-its-true-fireclean-is-crisco/
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/09/13/fireclean-defends-product-publishes-statement-on-canolaoilgate/
Then Vuurwapen took the samples to the University of Arizona and ran infrared spectroscopy test.
You can read about the test as well as implications.
http://www.vuurwapenblog.com/general-opinion/lies-errors-and-omissions/ir-spectra-fireclean-crisco/
From: Vuurwapen blog via The Firearm Blog
The Firearm Blog postings
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/09/13/yes-its-true-fireclean-is-crisco/
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/09/13/fireclean-defends-product-publishes-statement-on-canolaoilgate/
Taser on slow mo
The Slow Mo guys took a look at slow motion video of a Taser firing. They also filmed its impact on body as well as taking it out.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=576HwhU6PMM
The Slow Mo Guys
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=576HwhU6PMM
The Slow Mo Guys
Sunday, September 13, 2015
Pancor Jackhammer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VKGhqIl4Gw
This is (literally) one-of-a-kind shotgun designed by John Andersen in 1980s. It never got a coomercial or military use, but its presence in games, movies and comic books kept it alive.
From: Forgotten Weapons
This is (literally) one-of-a-kind shotgun designed by John Andersen in 1980s. It never got a coomercial or military use, but its presence in games, movies and comic books kept it alive.
From: Forgotten Weapons
Fear is your friend
Dave Spaulding writes a nice piece about effects of fear and how to deal with it.
http://www.thetacticalwire.com/features/230083
From: The Tactical Wire
http://www.thetacticalwire.com/features/230083
From: The Tactical Wire
Saturday, September 12, 2015
Friday, September 11, 2015
The Surge 762 review
TWANGnBANG reviewed this suppressor. You can use this as a 5.56 version with endcap.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJZlHxpVYbw
From: TWANGnBANG
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJZlHxpVYbw
From: TWANGnBANG
Thursday, September 10, 2015
Essential 3-Gun Gear with Chris Cheng
Iraqveteran8888 got with Chris Cheng to take a look at some of things you can get for 3-Gun competition
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eo1njGJOlJM
From: Iraqveteran8888
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eo1njGJOlJM
From: Iraqveteran8888
Russian point shooting
Vitaly Kryuchin shows his point shooting skills.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=om5ZQw6-ljg
From: Vitaly Kryuchin
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=om5ZQw6-ljg
From: Vitaly Kryuchin
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
Bergmann 1896/No.3 Pistol
Ian shows us this interesting pistol
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UdZYr0oGMSU
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UdZYr0oGMSU
From: Forgotten Weapons
Readers question episode
Powerfactorshow goes over some of the questions from readers. Most are IDPA related.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayDnDjQp7v4
From: Powerfactor show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayDnDjQp7v4
From: Powerfactor show
Tuesday, September 8, 2015
Sub Machine guns
MAC goes over some of the most iconic submachine guns. MAC, Uzi, KRISS, and SIG SPX all get a chance to show up
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=av3P4LPrIcU
From: Military Arms Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=av3P4LPrIcU
From: Military Arms Channel
Remington-Lee Model 1879, 1885
Ian shows us Remington-Lee Models from the Rock Island Auctions.
1879
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLzqQlQ49oA
1885
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6L4UbDOTLts
From: Forgotten Weapons
1879
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLzqQlQ49oA
1885
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6L4UbDOTLts
From: Forgotten Weapons
Springfield Armory Gear up & go promotion
Springfield Armory is running a promotion from Sept 1st to Dec. 31 for any new Springfield Armory handgun purchased. Buyer gets two free magazines, a dual pistol range bag, double magazine pouch.
Website: http://blog.springfield-armory.com/gearupandgo
From: Springfield
Monday, September 7, 2015
Russian army orders AK-74 upgrade kits
The Firearm Blog reports that Russian military ordered AK-74 upgrade kits from Kalashnikov Concern. It includes new stock, bolt cover, handguard and forearm with Picatinny rail, improved fire control
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqcO9z0dOp4
From: The Firearm Blog
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqcO9z0dOp4
From: The Firearm Blog
Todd Jarret's pocket pistol tips
Shooting wire has a write up of a class for pocket pistol from Todd Jarret. It features a magazine loading technique for semi-auto pocket pistols as well as some interesting hand position for ready position.
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/230080
From: Shooting Wire
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/230080
From: Shooting Wire
Dropped rifle mishap
John Gonzalez knew something was wrong when he missed two shots with custom loads. His son did not tell him the rifle was dropped. It resulted in wrong animal killed.
Jump to 1:55
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9WypbzC6mi8
From: John Gonzalez
Jump to 1:55
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9WypbzC6mi8
From: John Gonzalez
Sunday, September 6, 2015
New Australian service rifle video
While New Zeland is going with AR-based rifle, Australian Defense Force is upgrading their Steyr Aug through Lithgow Arms and call it F90. This is the enhanced version of F88. Reportedly, 30,000 wereordered.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6pCMmOewME
From: Dragon029 via Funker530
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6pCMmOewME
From: Dragon029 via Funker530
Hot ammo for better distance?
There was a comment attributed to a Canadian sniper in Afghanistan who said warmed ammunition allowed to get better velocity
The Wound Channel tested it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1B39EuSCew
The short explanation I heard is that with warmer case, the powders inside will ignite faster and give more acceleration. In the test, warmed ammo were about 2% faster than the cold ones.
From: The Wound Channel
The Wound Channel tested it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1B39EuSCew
The short explanation I heard is that with warmer case, the powders inside will ignite faster and give more acceleration. In the test, warmed ammo were about 2% faster than the cold ones.
From: The Wound Channel
Friday, September 4, 2015
Nambu Type 96 and 99 LMGs
Forgotten Weapons gets to talk about a lot of rare guns with Rock Island Armory. This time, it's old Japanese LMGs.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckB3e6IObU4
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckB3e6IObU4
From: Forgotten Weapons
Japanese man arrested for home made guns
A 60 year-old-man in Japan was arrested for making homemade guns and ammunition. No words on if they were operational.
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http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/09/03/japanese-man-arrested-building-homemade-guns/
From: The Firearm Blog
You can check out from The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/09/03/japanese-man-arrested-building-homemade-guns/
From: The Firearm Blog
Thursday, September 3, 2015
Vickers Elite Battlesight for Glock 42/43
Wilson Combat and LAV is releasing the sights for Glock 42 and 43. Black serrated rear sight is $49.95,(Tritium is $64.95), front sight is $24.95 for plain, $75.95 for gold bead, $45.95 for tritium, and $39.95 for fiber optics (green and red)
From: Wilson Combat
Colette Gravity Pistol
Using gravity to load the next round seems like an interesting idea. The gun was mostly for parlor shooting so it probably did not need some serious designing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJXc4YTB6uo
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJXc4YTB6uo
From: Forgotten Weapons
Scope Parallax adjustment
GY6 talks about parallax and parallax adjustment knob on a rifle scope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5LeAu-CYso
From: GY6vids
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5LeAu-CYso
From: GY6vids
Wednesday, September 2, 2015
Modular Handgun System solicitation announced
Army finally announced final draft of Modular Handgun System solicitation. The gun will be designated as XM17. The contract is estimated to be $580 million
Requirements for the gun is,
Deadline is Jan. 28
The requirements are quite high, and it will be interesting to see if the guns make the requirement and be cost-effective. Ruger aleady announced they are not participating according to Guns.com
Smith & Wesson is teaming up with General Dynamics, and Beretta is trying to retain its hold with new offering.
From: Guns.com
Requirements for the gun is,
- modifiable grips
- varied magazine options
- ambidextrous controls
- rails
- hit 4 inch target at 50m range at least 90%
- ammunition should penetrate 14 inches into ballistic gel at 50 meters
Deadline is Jan. 28
The requirements are quite high, and it will be interesting to see if the guns make the requirement and be cost-effective. Ruger aleady announced they are not participating according to Guns.com
Smith & Wesson is teaming up with General Dynamics, and Beretta is trying to retain its hold with new offering.
From: Guns.com
2015 Washington State IDPA Championships Review
Powerfactor Show looks back at the WA state IDPA Championship. Rick also talks about a small but interesting failure he had.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jf3HB_HaDuE
From: Powerfactor Show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jf3HB_HaDuE
From: Powerfactor Show
Wiley Clapp CCOs are coming
Colt is making another run of 1911 envisioned by Wiley Clapp. It's base in 70 series with light alloy frame. Some of features are
- Original 1911 Small Safety Lock
- Long Black Trigger
- Flat checkered Mainspring Housing
- Colt Beavertail Grip Safety
- Novak Wide Notch Rear Sight
- Novak Brass Bead Front Sight
- Tactical Oval grips with fingerprint checkering
- Pete Single 25 lpi checkered front strap
From: Guns.com
PDW cartridges
The Firearm Blog has photos of Personal Defense Weapon cartridges of many different calibers.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/08/31/potd-more-pdw-cartridges/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/08/31/potd-more-pdw-cartridges/
From: The Firearm Blog
Tuesday, September 1, 2015
.50 BMG Hotchkiss Revolving Cannon Reproduction
Ian once again shows fun things, and this time it's a reproduction of Hotchkiss Revolving Cannon. Jump to 4:22 to see mechanism.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQji5FU_eig
From: Forgottern Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQji5FU_eig
From: Forgottern Weapons
Ruger Charger 10/22 with polymer stocks
Ruger is releasing Charger 10/22s with polymer stocks. MSRP is $309 for the basic model and $409 for takedown version. You get the choice of 10 or 15 round magazine
http://www.ruger.com/products/22Charger/models.html
From: Ruger
Zenitco AK Furniture review
The Firearm Blog got a chance to review this rare AK furniture. Russians are using it and Larry Vickers also built an AK with it.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/08/31/zenitco-ak-furniture-review-does-the-russian-hype-measure-up/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/08/31/zenitco-ak-furniture-review-does-the-russian-hype-measure-up/
From: The Firearm Blog