The Force is not required. Or is it? Lord Vader appeared at NW Halloween Trigger Treat Match
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2qtJkM6k8s
From: gunrobot
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Saturday, October 31, 2015
One Shot Draw drill
Doug Koenig shares the drill he does when he goes to practice at a range. Idea is to make the first hit count and this would be a good drill
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xd_yJdXWG0o
From: NSSF
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xd_yJdXWG0o
From: NSSF
Performance Center Ported M&P Shield
Julie Golob shows this Performance Center pistol with some upgrades such as Performance Center sear and porting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UlWRxG2PgI
The guns has MSRP of $490, just $50 more than regular M&P Shield's price
From: Smith & Wesson
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UlWRxG2PgI
The guns has MSRP of $490, just $50 more than regular M&P Shield's price
From: Smith & Wesson
Surefire XC1 review
OCABJ reviews the smallest light Surefire has come up with for pistols.
http://www.ocabj.net/surefire-xc1-handgun-light-review/
From: OCABJ
http://www.ocabj.net/surefire-xc1-handgun-light-review/
From: OCABJ
Friday, October 30, 2015
LAV equipments
RCS Vickers Signature Series
Raven Concealment worked with LAV to come out with Vicekrs Signature Series. There are 4 packages, and they will be available for 5 guns - Glock 17, 19, H&K VP9, Beretta M9, and M1911A1.
Package #1 ($199.99)
Holster of your choice
Matching double magazine carrier
Package #2 ($210.99)
Holster of your choice
Matching single magazine carrier
M4 magazine carrier
Package #3 ($259.99)
Holster of your choice
Matching double magazine carrier
M4 magazine carrier
Package #4 ($299.99)
Holster of your choice
Matching single magazine carrier
Matching double magazine carrier
M4 magazine carrier
Link: http://raven-concealment-systems1.mybigcommerce.com/lav-signature-packages/
From: Soldier Systems
Wilson Combat Vickers Duty Magazine
LAV explains his idea behind the new magazine made with Wilson Combat
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0PR-ugyt1w
From: Vickers Tactical
Raven Concealment worked with LAV to come out with Vicekrs Signature Series. There are 4 packages, and they will be available for 5 guns - Glock 17, 19, H&K VP9, Beretta M9, and M1911A1.
Package #1 ($199.99)
Holster of your choice
Matching double magazine carrier
Package #2 ($210.99)
Holster of your choice
Matching single magazine carrier
M4 magazine carrier
Package #3 ($259.99)
Holster of your choice
Matching double magazine carrier
M4 magazine carrier
Package #4 ($299.99)
Holster of your choice
Matching single magazine carrier
Matching double magazine carrier
M4 magazine carrier
Link: http://raven-concealment-systems1.mybigcommerce.com/lav-signature-packages/
From: Soldier Systems
Wilson Combat Vickers Duty Magazine
LAV explains his idea behind the new magazine made with Wilson Combat
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0PR-ugyt1w
From: Vickers Tactical
HK VP40
Hichok45 gets to try out this new chambering for H&K's VP series
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSXmMR92YcA
From: hickok45
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSXmMR92YcA
From: hickok45
Col. Jeff Cooper's Colt MK IV Series 80
NSSF shows some of modern guns displayed in Cody Firearms Museum, one of them being Col. Jeff Coopers Colt Series 80.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7n9-Y775zeo
From: NSSF
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7n9-Y775zeo
From: NSSF
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Building an AR upper receiver
TWANGnBANG shows us how to put together an AR upper. As he says, he is not the only source but this is a good idea to know how it goes together.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siDPdh0g6jM
From: TWANGnBANG
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siDPdh0g6jM
From: TWANGnBANG
MAS-36
This French rifle has some bad jokes folowing it, but it is an interesting rifle. Guns.com looks at this rifle
http://www.guns.com/review/2015/10/27/why-the-mas-36-deserves-your-respect/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/review/2015/10/27/why-the-mas-36-deserves-your-respect/
From: Guns.com
General Tips
Tiger McGee shares some tips about various things - reusing basic AR grips, improving speedloaders, and number of magazines for your pistol.
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/230223
From: Shooting Wire
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/230223
From: Shooting Wire
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
USMC officially getting M4
Marine Corp Times reports that Commandant Gen. Robert Neller has signed off on the switch making the M4 the primary weapon for all infantry battalions, security forces and supporting schools no later than the end of September 2016. This comes after evaluating M4 with 5.56mm AB49 Special Operations Science and Technology cartridge.
http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/story/military/2015/10/26/commandant-approves-m4-standard-rifle-marine-corps-infantry/74593750/
From: Marine Corp Times
http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/story/military/2015/10/26/commandant-approves-m4-standard-rifle-marine-corps-infantry/74593750/
From: Marine Corp Times
Magpul Bolt action magazine well
This is a drop-in part for Remington 700 Hunter stock. Shooters can use detachable magazines with this part installed. It takes AICS pattern short action magazine. The part comes with one Magpul PMAG 5 7.62 AC
https://www.magpul.com/products/bolt-action-magazine-well-%E2%80%93-hunter-700-stock
Price: $69.95
PMAG 5 7.62 AC takes 5 rounds, but follwer can be modified for one more round. Price is $34.95
https://www.magpul.com/products/pmag-5-762-ac
From: Magpul
Is it a Shooting Position or Not?
Powerfactor Show discusses some interesting stage problem that Rick went through.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfwEloB1swI
From: Powerfactor Show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfwEloB1swI
From: Powerfactor Show
Ukraines utilizing Mosins
Ukraines are utilizing whatever they got and that means the old Mosin are now back in use. AR15.com member texashomeserver posted pics of re-fitted Mosin Nagants with scopes and Picatinny rails. Other versions have the whole furniture changed, as well as open magazine well.
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1801527_Ukraine_is_upgrading_it_s_Mosin_sniper_rifles.html
From: AR15.com
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1801527_Ukraine_is_upgrading_it_s_Mosin_sniper_rifles.html
From: AR15.com
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Lucky Gunner tests defense ammos
Lucky Gunner released their finding on ballistics of various handgun self-defense ammunitions. While the test has some room for argument, this seems like another good information
Calibers tested were .380acp, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP
http://www.luckygunner.com/labs/self-defense-ammo-ballistic-tests/
From: Lucky Gunner
Calibers tested were .380acp, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP
http://www.luckygunner.com/labs/self-defense-ammo-ballistic-tests/
From: Lucky Gunner
San Francisco's last gun shop
San Francisco city decided to burden firearm dealers and that effectively killed the last gun shop in the city, High Bridge Arms. The store was founded by Bob Chow, a reknown gun smith but after 63 years it is now gone.
You can read more about the shop from Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2015/10/23/frisco-lawmakers-meh-over-closing-of-historic-gun-shop/
From: Guns.com
You can read more about the shop from Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2015/10/23/frisco-lawmakers-meh-over-closing-of-historic-gun-shop/
From: Guns.com
10-Bore Flintlock Rifle
Forgotten Weapons shows us how flintlock rifles are prepared to fire. In this case, a 10-bore, which you can guess has a good amount of recoil
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJvesjGissE
Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJvesjGissE
Forgotten Weapons
Monday, October 26, 2015
Century Arms C32v2 and RAS47
Jerry Miculek is back and this time is shooting a Century Arms C32v2 and RAS47
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xIPtl862QO0
From: Miculek.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xIPtl862QO0
From: Miculek.com
AK47 Mini Rifles
These are not going to fire live ammunition, but the details are just plain awesome.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoaDvjQmdiY
From: Gunwebsites via ENDO
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoaDvjQmdiY
From: Gunwebsites via ENDO
Sunday, October 25, 2015
Sig MPX crew-served super light machinegun
Battlefield Vegas employees had some fun with this new ultimate tactical crew served weapon
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYwXt2wQkKg
From: Battlefield Vegas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYwXt2wQkKg
From: Battlefield Vegas
Savage 110BA 338 Lapua Magnum
TWANGnBANG gives his initial impression of this rifle.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7g4Stxwtc8
From: TWANGnBANG
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7g4Stxwtc8
From: TWANGnBANG
Saturday, October 24, 2015
Slow Motion Overload
LAV knows what people want so he shoots lots of stuff
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9TABaYDfzM
From: Vickes Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9TABaYDfzM
From: Vickes Tactical
MHS program blasted
Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates's opinion on Military.com is one of many criticisms of the Modular Handgun System. There has been some other more detailed look, including from Soldier Systems and The Firearm Blog
From: Military.com Soldier Systems, The Firearm Blog
From: Military.com Soldier Systems, The Firearm Blog
Friday, October 23, 2015
Knob Creek night shoot from bird's eye view
Guns.com posted this nice video of the famous Knob Creek night shoot from higher view point.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h11uEvGc7u8
From: Guns.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h11uEvGc7u8
From: Guns.com
More White Steyr AUG A3M1 rifles
Steyr is making more White AUG A3M1 rifles after more demands came in. There will be short-railed version, high-rail versions, and optics versions. MSRP will be $2499 and $2599 for scoped version(1.5X and 3X optics), $2099 for railed versions
http://www.shootingwire.com/story/359459
From: Shooting Wire
http://www.shootingwire.com/story/359459
From: Shooting Wire
Some Israeli guns & gears at TFB
The Firearm Blog has a rare IDF 3x magnifier that seems to be a refurbed ACOG.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/10/21/piece-trijicon-history-idf-3x-magnifier/
There is also an operational use of Ruger 10/22 rifles in Israel, this time with updated model
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/10/21/israel-adopts-ruger-sr-22-in-less-lethal-sniper-role/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/10/21/piece-trijicon-history-idf-3x-magnifier/
There is also an operational use of Ruger 10/22 rifles in Israel, this time with updated model
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/10/21/israel-adopts-ruger-sr-22-in-less-lethal-sniper-role/
From: The Firearm Blog
Thursday, October 22, 2015
DIY railgun
Imgur user NSA_Listbot made his own portable railgun using 3D printing technolgy and it is an interesting item
He named it WXPR-1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9V7GVcRzTU
You can read more about it in this article, as well as on Imgur
From: Guns.com
SilencerCo 10K Omega Giveaway
SilencerCo is celebrating there milestone of upcoming 10,000 Omegas by giving away an AXTS MI-T556 with an Omega
You can enter the raffle here
http://silencerco.com/giveaway/?mc_cid=f1c32300e1&mc_eid=67f1f16f71
Specification
From: SilencerCo
You can enter the raffle here
http://silencerco.com/giveaway/?mc_cid=f1c32300e1&mc_eid=67f1f16f71
Specification
- Complete AXTS MI-T556
- SilencerCo Omega w/ Flat Front Cap & ASR Mount
- Ambidextrous Lower Receiver
- 416R Stainless Steel 14.5” Barrel w/ 1:8 Twist
- Custom 2-Stage Trigger
- M-LOK Handguard
- Black Nitride Bolt Carrier Group
- AXTS Raptor Charging Handle
- AXTS Talon Safety Selector
- SilencerCo Specwar Trifecta Flash Hider
- Knights Armament Micro Sights
- SilencerCo Omega & AXTS MI-T556 w/ Matching Serial Numbers
From: SilencerCo
H&K UMP 45 slow motion
Outdoor Hub Labs and Dakota Tactical made this video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpWz0qd6MRM
From: Outdoorhub, Dakota Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpWz0qd6MRM
From: Outdoorhub, Dakota Tactical
Wednesday, October 21, 2015
KeyMod Modular Rail Alpha
Bravo Company USA came up with the new version made of aircraft-grade aluminum alloy. KMR-A has seven KeyMod mounting surfaces, and weighs are 6 ounces plus 2.2 ounces for mounting hardware.
http://bravocompanymfg.com/kmr_alpha/
From: BravocompanyUSA via Soldier Systems
High Standard 10B
Ian gets to shoot this interesting shotgun. Unfortunately the one he tries out is just not a good representative of the gun.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9H5Z9umFlzk
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9H5Z9umFlzk
From: Forgotten Weapons
Ring of Fire - S&W 460
Chris Cheng shoots S&W 460XVR and it makes a heck of a fireball
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5P7DGni4b6U
From: Chris Cheng
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5P7DGni4b6U
From: Chris Cheng
Tuesday, October 20, 2015
Ruger selling "State Compliant" ARs
The Firearm Blog reports that Ruger is making "State Compliant" AR-556 rifles for Colorado, Hawaii, Massachusetts, and New Jersey buyers. It comes with 10 round magazine and fixed buttstock, and non-threaded barrel.
Price is same as the regular version, $749
From: Ruger via The Firearm Blog
Micro-Glock comparative accuracy
Rich Grassi took Glock 42 and 43 and measured how accurate they were. He also shot some qualification courses as well
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/230199
From: Shooting Wire
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/230199
From: Shooting Wire
Monday, October 19, 2015
Romanian WASR AK-47 exports suspended
MrGunslingerChannel shares the news he got about Romanian production being sent to the Middle East. Due to the current war in the region Cugir Romania is suspending exports to US until July 2016.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mN3IhXONhyw
From: MrGunslingerChannel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mN3IhXONhyw
From: MrGunslingerChannel
Sunday, October 18, 2015
D5 Disruptive Science
Travis Haley explains his D5 Distruptive Science class. The class description says, "designed to give students a template for increasing mental acuity, focus, dexterity, balance, and spatial awareness while performing skill based weapons manipulations"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbOZLDEKE9A
From; Haley Strategic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbOZLDEKE9A
From; Haley Strategic
Saturday, October 17, 2015
Inside the 1911
LAV shoots an open cut-away 1911 to show how components work when a 1911 is firing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jig-RvZr1OM
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jig-RvZr1OM
From: Vickers Tactical
Hickok45 carves another pumpkin
Every year you can expect a lot of pumpkin carving, and Hickok45 also participates in ti as well.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5n9Ebx-bXLI
From: Hickok45
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5n9Ebx-bXLI
From: Hickok45
Friday, October 16, 2015
Kel-Tec RDB Bullpup
MAC got his hands on this new rifle from Kel-Tec. Note that the empty cartridge ejection to bottom is not a new design. It was done in FN P90 already.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BASgtPpYfF0
From: Military Arms Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BASgtPpYfF0
From: Military Arms Channel
Slow Motion: .276 Pedersen Rifle
Forgotten Weapons shared some slow motion videos of .276 Pedersen rifle in action. You can see a malfunction happening as well
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDPAMAheqYg
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDPAMAheqYg
From: Forgotten Weapons
Smokeless powder in a muzzleloader
You can guess it is not going to be a good thing but just how much do you need to cause a big problem. Iraqveteran8888 tested several situation including overcharging blackpowder, charging with smokless powder and overcharging with smokeless powder
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=en384qVqrug
From: Iraqveteran8888
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=en384qVqrug
From: Iraqveteran8888
Thursday, October 15, 2015
FBI looking for a new pistol
On soliciation dated Oct 7, 2015, FBI noted that they are looking for a new pistol chambered in 9mm. Compact size should have barrel length of 3.75" to 4.25, full-size from 4.26" to 5.2"
Some of requirements are,
The contract is minimum $25 million to $85 million over 10 years. It also includes Simunition pistol, training pistol, and parts.
The discussion seems to speculate that this is a way FBI is nudging Glock to update their offering. A lot of specifications can be met by various manufacturers if they change a few things. Currenty, out of commercially available guns, SIG Sauer P320 seems to be a contender.
From: AR15.com
Some of requirements are,
- Striker fired pistol with constant trigger weight from the first to last shot fired. Trigger pull must be between 4.5 to 6 lbs
- no decockers
- must be able to use magazine from full size in compact version
- should carry 16 or more rounds for full-size, 14 or more for compact. mechanism should be same
- grip must have replacable panels to adjust for different hand sizes
- no finger grooves
- magazine should have holes to check how many rounds are in there, at least one hole for 5 rounds. Followers preferably has high visibility colors.
- controls(slide lock, magazine release) must be ambidextrous and bea easily accesible from either sides. Magazine release has to be activated by lateral pressure.
- no external, grip safety
- front and rear night sights, high visibility sight such as Trijicon HD preferred
The contract is minimum $25 million to $85 million over 10 years. It also includes Simunition pistol, training pistol, and parts.
The discussion seems to speculate that this is a way FBI is nudging Glock to update their offering. A lot of specifications can be met by various manufacturers if they change a few things. Currenty, out of commercially available guns, SIG Sauer P320 seems to be a contender.
From: AR15.com
SIG silencers
SIG Sauer made a video explaining history of silencer as well as its benefit
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OznQ-Rb1CC8
From: Sig Sauer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OznQ-Rb1CC8
From: Sig Sauer
Firearms at AUSA
Soldier Systems has some photos of firearms at AUSA. You can see some interesting non-commercial rifles.
Knight's Armament LMG with M-LOK
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/10/13/ausa-knights-lmg-goes-m-lok/
7.62X39 SCAR
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/10/12/ausa-fn-usa-7-62x39-scar/
SCAR has been hanging in the game and this version has a new lower.
SIG SAUER MCX in 7.62X39
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/10/12/ausa-sig-sauer-mcx-in-7-62x239/
The idea to have a carbine that shoots 7.62x39 is not new in MCX line but it does make it interesting when SCAR and some other manufacturers were developing firearms for the caliber as well. This one has a stock made for shooter wearing helmet and ballistic visor
Knight's Armament LMG with M-LOK
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/10/13/ausa-knights-lmg-goes-m-lok/
7.62X39 SCAR
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/10/12/ausa-fn-usa-7-62x39-scar/
SCAR has been hanging in the game and this version has a new lower.
SIG SAUER MCX in 7.62X39
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/10/12/ausa-sig-sauer-mcx-in-7-62x239/
The idea to have a carbine that shoots 7.62x39 is not new in MCX line but it does make it interesting when SCAR and some other manufacturers were developing firearms for the caliber as well. This one has a stock made for shooter wearing helmet and ballistic visor
Wednesday, October 14, 2015
CZ 805 gets update - CZ 806 Bren 2
Czech website Altair.com reported that CZ(Česká Zbrojovka) made improvements to the CZ 805 rifle. 2 in Bren 2 shows that it is a carbine. 1 is for standard rifle, 3 is for DMR version.
According to translations from The Firearm Blog, the rifle was tested by the Czech soldiers in Afghanistan. Problems identified were,
- uncomfortable cheek pad,
- bad grip and safety lever design
- no bolt lock to the rear after the last round
- difficult to clean
Some of changes made were,
- magazine well that will take AR magazines instead of proprietary magazines(that was interchangeable with G36). It is also now a one-piece lower instead of 805's two piece(trigger group and magazine well)
- ambidextrous magazine release
- slimmer profile, less weight(shaved 0.5kg off)
- charging handle doesn't move when fired
- easier ways to clean
- bolt locking back on the last round
- three choices for amount of gas to operate the guide rod from the previous two
- better buttstock with cheek weld
- pistol grip has changable backstrap
- no more 2-round burst
- bolt release on the left hand side like M16 and another one in front of trigger
Most of the improvements were also readily noticeable when GNB got its first look at the rifle, as well as other people.
You can see more photos from Altair
http://www.altair.com.pl/news/view?news_id=17650
From: Altair.com via The Firearm Blog
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
The Bullpup Rifle Experiment
Grant Cunningham decided to take a look at practicality of a bullpup rifle
Part 1: Why would I do such a thing?
Part 2: What did I learn about bullpup rifles?
Part 3: What did I learn about the Steyr AUG?
Part 4: Do they have a place in the home defense arsenal?
Epilogue: The Steyr AUG magazine choice – the original or less reliable?
From: Grant Cunningham via The Firearm Blog
Part 1: Why would I do such a thing?
Part 2: What did I learn about bullpup rifles?
Part 3: What did I learn about the Steyr AUG?
Part 4: Do they have a place in the home defense arsenal?
Epilogue: The Steyr AUG magazine choice – the original or less reliable?
From: Grant Cunningham via The Firearm Blog
Nitro Circus Fights the Noise
Silencerco teamed up with Nitro Circus stars.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54wigKAbiBI
From: SilencerCo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54wigKAbiBI
From: SilencerCo
Monday, October 12, 2015
DRD Tactical - Take Down Rifles
These are certainly interesting rifles as they allow easier storage.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvIa_nh7OYo
From: Military Arms Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvIa_nh7OYo
From: Military Arms Channel
RPG-7
Ian goes through some details of RPG-7. This is probably one of the most prolific shoulder fired weapon in the world. Ian also takes a shot with trainer using a blank.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MrwJM1_kw8
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MrwJM1_kw8
From: Forgotten Weapons
Sunday, October 11, 2015
Faxon ARAK-31 XRS .308 WIN
made a video about this rifle. This is the .308 version of ARAK-21
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scPFyYyLRtY
From: Iraqveteran8888
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scPFyYyLRtY
From: Iraqveteran8888
Saturday, October 10, 2015
Geissele Super Precision Optic Mount
Geissele unveiled its laterst product. This was developed by a request from a DoD customer.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/10/08/geissele-super-precision-optic-mount/
Geissele rep posted some more info on AR15.com
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1795458_GEISSELE_MOUNTS.html&page=4
At launch in Jan we plan to have 3 different types of 30mm mounts, 4 types of 34mm, black anodize and the DDC shown in the picture, 0 MOA, 20 MOA versions and mounts for the Aimpoint T1/T2, Trijicon MRO and others.
There are also two aluminum alloys available. 7055 Aluminum which is a stronger 7075 and also Alcoa's 2099 advanced Lithium/Aluminum alloy which is as strong as 7075 but lighter, stiffer and more corrosion resistant. 2099 is used in highly loaded airframes by Boeing and Airbus and is considered the cutting edge of aluminum alloy development.
Mount cost is around $350
From: The Firearm Blog, AR15.com
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/10/08/geissele-super-precision-optic-mount/
Geissele rep posted some more info on AR15.com
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1795458_GEISSELE_MOUNTS.html&page=4
At launch in Jan we plan to have 3 different types of 30mm mounts, 4 types of 34mm, black anodize and the DDC shown in the picture, 0 MOA, 20 MOA versions and mounts for the Aimpoint T1/T2, Trijicon MRO and others.
There are also two aluminum alloys available. 7055 Aluminum which is a stronger 7075 and also Alcoa's 2099 advanced Lithium/Aluminum alloy which is as strong as 7075 but lighter, stiffer and more corrosion resistant. 2099 is used in highly loaded airframes by Boeing and Airbus and is considered the cutting edge of aluminum alloy development.
Mount cost is around $350
From: The Firearm Blog, AR15.com
Travis Haley on his experience
BCM Gunfighter history has story of how Travis Haley became what he is today. It's a bit long, but a great story to read. Look at comments section to find out why he got his call sign.
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/10/06/bcm-gunfighter-history-travis-haley-an-exercise-in-compromise/
From: Soldier Systems
Friday, October 9, 2015
USPSA Limited Nationals results
David Sevigny took the top prize at the 2015 USPSA Limited Nationals. Bob Vogel came in really close 2nd spot
Dave Sevigny, High Overall
Jessie Duff, High Lady Catagory
Ron Avery, High Sr Catagory
Kincaid Ross, High Jr Catagory
http://www.uspsa.org/uspsa-display-match-results-detail.php?indx=16030&division=Limited&guntype=Pistol
Here are some videos
WarpedGer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgLugUofJrk
Jake Martens
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gl-r3a1tXQ
From: USPSA
Dave Sevigny, High Overall
Jessie Duff, High Lady Catagory
Ron Avery, High Sr Catagory
Kincaid Ross, High Jr Catagory
http://www.uspsa.org/uspsa-display-match-results-detail.php?indx=16030&division=Limited&guntype=Pistol
Here are some videos
WarpedGer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgLugUofJrk
Jake Martens
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gl-r3a1tXQ
From: USPSA
Thursday, October 8, 2015
Frank Proctor's "Shake and Bake"
This is a drill designed to help shooters negotiate tight space and bringing gun up
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5swUj9yK_M
From: Trigger Time TV
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5swUj9yK_M
From: Trigger Time TV
New Gripstop SCAR Charging Handle
Soldier Systems has pic of the new charging handle from Gripstop. It is designed to be ambidextrous and fingers will be away from reciver so it's easer to charge even with some wide red dot sights on top
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/10/06/sneak-peek-gripstops-new-scar-charging-handle/
From: Soldier Systems
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/10/06/sneak-peek-gripstops-new-scar-charging-handle/
From: Soldier Systems
Strike Industries Glock 43 magazine extension
This magazine extension will add 2 rounds to your capacity. Price is $11.95
http://www.strikeindustries.com/shop/index.php/products/new-products/si-enhanced-magazine-plate-for-glock43.html
From: Guns.com
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Magpul M-LOK Rail Covers - Type 1, Enhanced AR mag release
Magpul released their low-profile covers for M-LOK rails. Each is 9.5 inches long, covering 6 M-LOK slots. It can be cut as needed. Color comes in black or Flat Dark Earth. Price is $15.95
https://www.magpul.com/products/m-lok-rail-cover-type-1
Enhanced AR magazine release is an aluminum piece that can be added to increase touch surface area. Price: $19.95
https://www.magpul.com/products/magpul-enhanced-ar-magazine-release
From: Magpul
https://www.magpul.com/products/m-lok-rail-cover-type-1
Enhanced AR magazine release is an aluminum piece that can be added to increase touch surface area. Price: $19.95
https://www.magpul.com/products/magpul-enhanced-ar-magazine-release
From: Magpul
Book Review: The P08 Luger Pistol
Ian gives his opinion on "The P08 Luger Pistol" book
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH8yVQkCpFA
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH8yVQkCpFA
From: Forgotten Weapons
Shooting 1911 at -65 deg Fahrenheit
Brass Fetcher takes a look at if a 1911 can fire in extreme cold condition; -65 degress fahrenheight. Ammunition used is SIG 45 Auto 200gr V-Crown JHP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6Y_SHeV9DI
From: Brass Fetcher
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6Y_SHeV9DI
From: Brass Fetcher
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
AK BackYard Tips and Tricks Collection
AK Operators Union has a video on some of tips for AK shooters
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2H3IlpQnlxg
From: AK Operator's Union
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2H3IlpQnlxg
From: AK Operator's Union
Larry Vickers 1911 book in works
Soldier Systems has a sneak peek of 1011 by Larry Vickers and James Rupley. the book will be available near holiday seasons
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/10/05/vickers-guide-1911-by-larry-vickers-and-james-rupley/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/10/05/vickers-guide-1911-by-larry-vickers-and-james-rupley/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
Monday, October 5, 2015
IDPA to change scoring
IDPA mentioned in their Tactical Brief on Sept. 29, 2015 that,
"Last week at the World Championship awards banquet, I announced that the IDPA Board of Directors has elected to increase the Point Down penalty from a half second to 1 second. The BoD is comprised of two MA shooters (both Founders of the sport) and one EX with a combined total of more than 57 years of IDPA experience. This decision was made to keep the sport aligned with the founder's intent of valuing accuracy over speed. As concealed carry holders, which many of our members are, we are responsible for every round that leaves our gun, and IDPA needs to reflect that in our practices. I met with some of the Area Coordinators recently to share this information and the feedback received from them was very positive. There is no hard timetable for this change. Classification scores and other areas will need to reflect the change, and we are already working with some of our scoring vendors on this change. More information will be available as the work progresses and we will make updates on this via the Tactical Journal and Tactical Brief."
So instead of multiplying points down with 0.5, now it will be recorded as just points down. If you have 4 points down, it would be 2 added to the time, but with this change it will be 4.
This is not exactly something new. During the creation of IDPA, there were discussions about whether penalty should be 0.x or 1. The compromise was 0.5 we have now.
There has been quite a few opinions about the proposed penalty change. Some saw this as attempt to close the gap between top shooters and bottom levels, others saw this as attempt to keep USPSA out, or trying to help old shooters. Or maybe just a focus on accuracy as the statement says.
"Last week at the World Championship awards banquet, I announced that the IDPA Board of Directors has elected to increase the Point Down penalty from a half second to 1 second. The BoD is comprised of two MA shooters (both Founders of the sport) and one EX with a combined total of more than 57 years of IDPA experience. This decision was made to keep the sport aligned with the founder's intent of valuing accuracy over speed. As concealed carry holders, which many of our members are, we are responsible for every round that leaves our gun, and IDPA needs to reflect that in our practices. I met with some of the Area Coordinators recently to share this information and the feedback received from them was very positive. There is no hard timetable for this change. Classification scores and other areas will need to reflect the change, and we are already working with some of our scoring vendors on this change. More information will be available as the work progresses and we will make updates on this via the Tactical Journal and Tactical Brief."
So instead of multiplying points down with 0.5, now it will be recorded as just points down. If you have 4 points down, it would be 2 added to the time, but with this change it will be 4.
This is not exactly something new. During the creation of IDPA, there were discussions about whether penalty should be 0.x or 1. The compromise was 0.5 we have now.
There has been quite a few opinions about the proposed penalty change. Some saw this as attempt to close the gap between top shooters and bottom levels, others saw this as attempt to keep USPSA out, or trying to help old shooters. Or maybe just a focus on accuracy as the statement says.
High angle shooting - modified tripod trick
Funker Tactical has video of a tip to make recoil management better
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-ALqzUCSfE
From: Funker Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-ALqzUCSfE
From: Funker Tactical
Sunday, October 4, 2015
DP 12 Shotgun
LAV looks at this interesting shotgun.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPwi1AsIy_0
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPwi1AsIy_0
From: Vickers Tactical
Saturday, October 3, 2015
Grand Power X-Calibur
This Slovakian pistol is slowly making its way in to US and several video channels have covered the gun.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgSNzYDkT24
Patrick E. Kelley
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKItNcuy0I8
Kastell85 has video of an IPSC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdyzXpryCHs
From: Vanguard Media & Entertainment, Patrick E. Kelley, Kastell85
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgSNzYDkT24
Patrick E. Kelley
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKItNcuy0I8
Kastell85 has video of an IPSC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdyzXpryCHs
From: Vanguard Media & Entertainment, Patrick E. Kelley, Kastell85
Bren Ten
Ian from Forgotten Weapons looks at the Special Forces version of Bren Ten. Bren Ten itself had difficult time getting in to production, keeping up with production. And ever since the first company went down, the 'Bren Ten curse' has been mentioned.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3amzB_hVUw
In the past, Larry Vickers covered the pistol as well
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mI66MY231aY
From: Forgotten Weapons, Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3amzB_hVUw
In the past, Larry Vickers covered the pistol as well
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mI66MY231aY
From: Forgotten Weapons, Vickers Tactical
Friday, October 2, 2015
Beretta 92FS Centennial
Beretta is celebrating its 100 years of making semi-auto pistols by producing this limited edition 92FS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50FNvv0AFPU
Website: http://www.beretta.com/en/92-fs-centennial/
From: Beretta
Why SilencerCo is winning
SilencerCo has been making great strides in the market and Guns.com looks at what makes this company stand above the competitions.
http://www.guns.com/2015/09/30/why-silencerco-is-winning/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2015/09/30/why-silencerco-is-winning/
From: Guns.com
Thursday, October 1, 2015
USSOCOM on EOTech
USSOCOM issued Safety of Use Message for EOTech sights. The two major problems are,
1)+/- 4 MOA shifts depending on temperature ranging from -40 degrees Fahrenheit to 122 degrees Fahrenheit
2)parallax error
L3 Communications, manufaturer of EOTech sights quietly changed their user manual as well as acknowledging potential lawsuit and other fallouts from these problems.
You can read detailed article from Soldier Systems
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/09/30/ussocom-issues-safety-use-message-eotech-enhanced-combat-optical-sights-plus-goings/
Coincidently, Battlefield Vegas posted how some red dot sights performed on their many rental guns on AR15.com. It's a good read especially in light of what is going on.
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1790052_High_round_count_optics__over_100_000_rounds__and_how_they_handled_at_our_range.html
From: Soldier Systems, AR15.com
1)+/- 4 MOA shifts depending on temperature ranging from -40 degrees Fahrenheit to 122 degrees Fahrenheit
2)parallax error
L3 Communications, manufaturer of EOTech sights quietly changed their user manual as well as acknowledging potential lawsuit and other fallouts from these problems.
You can read detailed article from Soldier Systems
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/09/30/ussocom-issues-safety-use-message-eotech-enhanced-combat-optical-sights-plus-goings/
Coincidently, Battlefield Vegas posted how some red dot sights performed on their many rental guns on AR15.com. It's a good read especially in light of what is going on.
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1790052_High_round_count_optics__over_100_000_rounds__and_how_they_handled_at_our_range.html
From: Soldier Systems, AR15.com
Mannlicher 1901/04 Carbine
This is an interesting prototype built by Mannlicher but never got to see the production as Mannlicher passsed away in 1904. It uses unknown cartridge of 7.63mm Mannlicher
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qv5wAvPYKTo
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qv5wAvPYKTo
From: Forgotten Weapons
PWS Cannon parts
PWS is selling its blem-parts called Cannon parts. They are as good as commercially sold versions functionality-wise, but has some cosmetic blems.
http://primaryweapons.com/store/can-parts/
From: PWS vis Guns.com
http://primaryweapons.com/store/can-parts/
From: PWS vis Guns.com
Easy DIY gun rest
sootch00 shares his economical DIY gun rest design.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=434&v=TTs0UyoRyEI
From: sootch00
https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=434&v=TTs0UyoRyEI
From: sootch00