Now that the cat is out of the bag, there are several reviews appearing on the internet, mostly videos. One thing I noticed is ejection pattern being a bit different especially during the first few rounds of rapid firing. It could be a mistake, or maybe it has some kinks that needs to be worked out. At this point SR series doesn't seem to be scheduled to be phased out to make room for this pistol.
Here's a video intended for Ruger's sales training
https://vimeo.com/ruger/review/149416606/e4cd05f397
Dave Spaulding worked with Ruger in the past and he shares video with both 9mm version and .45 acp version.
Video stops around 1:10, so skip to 1:40, and a few more around 3:08. Facebook has problem free version
https://business.facebook.com/handguncombatives/videos/1221292227886128/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDbbF7YBpzc
Downrange TV has a video where you can see internals clearly
http://www.downrange.tv/blog/ruger-american-pistols/36322/
BurstReview's review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Duih7Scp_Ho
824 warrior ran some Bill drills
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTsZ5HQnuMM
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Thursday, December 31, 2015
Blue Force Gear - Limited Edition AK Sling V5
Blue Force Gear teamed with LAV again to bring East German style AK sling. It also features ULoop.
Price is $65
https://www.blueforcegear.com/limited-edition-ak-sling-v5
Arex AKB15
Polenar Tactical gives the first view of this rifle.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otFGSQap674
From: Polenar Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otFGSQap674
From: Polenar Tactical
Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Russian AK-107
LAV shows how controllable this rifle is thanks to its reciprocating mass design. Also notice the interesting Keymod furniture.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJs9sBBjLls
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJs9sBBjLls
From: Vickers Tactical
Jeweled gun of Sultan Mahmud I
Sultan Mahmud I was the leader of Ottoman Empire during the time. Asian Art museum in San Francisco will be displaying this from Feb. 26, 2016 to May 8th 2016
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UW2IDIDfHKY
From: Asian Art Museum
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UW2IDIDfHKY
From: Asian Art Museum
Alexander Hamilton's powder horn up for auction
The first Secertary of Treasury's item will be auctioned off on liveauctioneers, starting Jan. 11, 2pm. It is estimated to be worth $25,000 - $35,000 and starting bid is $10,000.
From: Guns.com
Ballistic face shield
Demolition Ranch gets to shoot this item. Taiwanese Special Force was seen using it in the past. It's rated Level IIIa, which means it will stop most commonly used handgun rounds
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7W6qhNktiU
From: Demolition Ranch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7W6qhNktiU
From: Demolition Ranch
Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Ruger American - New striker-fired handgun
Ruger is releasing a new pistol called Ruger American. The gun will be in 9mm(17+1) and .45 ACP(100+1). It is supposed to be released Dec. 31st. According to one commentor on The Firearm Blog, it is above $400.
The design shows ambidextrous slide lock and magazine release, with SIG-ish takedown lever. The back grip is replaceable.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/28/breaking-ruger-release-new-polymer-framed-striker-fired-ruger-american-pistol-9mm-45-acp/
From: The Firearm Blog
IWI ACE Galil pistol torture test
MAC decided to do a torture test with IWI ACE Galil before it gets sent back to IWI for possible NFA violation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVuI8J8irP0
From: Military Arms Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVuI8J8irP0
From: Military Arms Channel
Sidewinder SMG
Forgotten Weapons has many photos of this SMG attempted in 70s. Also, you can see the old optic used.
http://www.forgottenweapons.com/sidewinder-smg-photos/
From: Forgotten Weapons
http://www.forgottenweapons.com/sidewinder-smg-photos/
From: Forgotten Weapons
Monday, December 28, 2015
How To Duracoat camo
Iraqveteran8888 goes through how to camo a gun using Duracoat
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJRbz1ljZ7g
From: Iraqveteran8888
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJRbz1ljZ7g
From: Iraqveteran8888
LAV and big guns?
So....does this require a tax stamp?
A photo posted by Larry Vickers (@vickers_tactical) on
Spuhr stockt for H&K G3
Soldier Systems has sneak peek of a new Spuhr Stock for H&K G3 rifles. It's optimized for using optical sights.
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/12/27/sneak-peek-spuhr-g3-stock/
From: Soldier Systems
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/12/27/sneak-peek-spuhr-g3-stock/
From: Soldier Systems
Sunday, December 27, 2015
Palmetto State Armory 9mm AR lower
PSA came up with 9mm AR lowers using Glock magazines. This is not a 5.56 lower with magazine block, but a dedicated lower built for the purpose. The lower works with PSA 9mm Hybrid Upper
Price: $259.99
Link: http://palmettostatearmory.com/psa-glock-9mm-complete-classic-lower.html
Shooting handguns close to body
SIG Sauer academy shares some tips when shooting from a retention position
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZH9WctkuwLA
From: SIG Sauer Academy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZH9WctkuwLA
From: SIG Sauer Academy
Prototype Swiss rifle - N33 Rifle
Ian shows us another set of Swiss prototype rifles.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUHwvB8SlQM
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUHwvB8SlQM
From: Forgotten Weapons
Saturday, December 26, 2015
Russian SV99
More Russian guns from LAV. This time, a precision rifle in .22lr
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbBtUjQfsOk
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbBtUjQfsOk
From: Vickers Tactical
SilencerCo Suppressor Demo Event
Iraqveteran8888 gives a report from SilencerCo's event. You can see many different models.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzIODjdGFXU
From: Iraqveteran8888
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzIODjdGFXU
From: Iraqveteran8888
Friday, December 25, 2015
Christmas carols from Chris Cheng
Merry Christmas!
Santa Claus is coming to town
Silent night
Jingle bells Dashing through the snow
Auld Lang Syne
From: Chris Cheng
Santa Claus is coming to town
Silent night
Jingle bells Dashing through the snow
Auld Lang Syne
From: Chris Cheng
Thursday, December 24, 2015
7.62x39 IWI Galil ACE pistol recall
According to the Mr.Gunslinger Channel, IWI is recalling IWI's Galil ACE pistol for a possible NFA violation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtE7_DAjOiA
From: Mr.Gunslinger Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtE7_DAjOiA
From: Mr.Gunslinger Channel
Virginia drops reciprocity with 25 states
Virginia decided to drop its reciprocity with 25 states. The reason was supposedly due to other states not having issuing criteria as strict as Virginia's.
The policy will be in effect in six weeks. The five states that are recognized are,
Michigan, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah and West Virginia
http://www.guns.com/2015/12/22/virginia-to-void-ccw-reciprocity-agreements-with-25-states/
From: Guns.com
The policy will be in effect in six weeks. The five states that are recognized are,
Michigan, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah and West Virginia
http://www.guns.com/2015/12/22/virginia-to-void-ccw-reciprocity-agreements-with-25-states/
From: Guns.com
Using firearms in extreme cold
The Firearm Blog has a write-up of a person who took some guns to a really cold place. It is definitely an interesting read.
Canadian Rangers used WW2 Enfields for similar reasons, and Danish and Norwegians did similar thing with their soverign patrols.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/22/tales-of-an-adventurer-using-firearms-in-extreme-cold/
From: The Firearm Blog
Canadian Rangers used WW2 Enfields for similar reasons, and Danish and Norwegians did similar thing with their soverign patrols.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/22/tales-of-an-adventurer-using-firearms-in-extreme-cold/
From: The Firearm Blog
Wednesday, December 23, 2015
Leupold Mark 4 ER/T 4.5-14x50mm
Iraqveteran8888's Chad takes a look at this nice scope. As the video mentions, having a great scope is crucial.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJl1anvjXUM
From: Iraqveteran8888
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJl1anvjXUM
From: Iraqveteran8888
Ricochets
Demolition Ranch took a look at ricochets in real life. One thing to take away from the video is that richochets are not something to be scoffed at. Take a look at what happens to the watermelon, not just the board in the back
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=964u2fQ2zYo
From: Demolition Rance
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=964u2fQ2zYo
From: Demolition Rance
Stag Arms loses FFL
Stag Arms lost its FFL due to pleadin guilty to violating federal law regarding manufacturing problems.
In July 2014, ATF found,
Out of 3000 samples, 300 could not be reconciled.
136 unserialized lowers
200 lost or missing firearms
62 machine guns(AR lowers with the third hole) unregistered or registered to wrong entity.
By pleading guilty, owner Mark Malkowski will agree to never operate or manage firearms company, as well as personally paying $100,000 fine, while Stag Arms will pay $500,000
Stag Arms is in talks to sell the company.
From: The Firearm Blog, Guns.com
In July 2014, ATF found,
Out of 3000 samples, 300 could not be reconciled.
136 unserialized lowers
200 lost or missing firearms
62 machine guns(AR lowers with the third hole) unregistered or registered to wrong entity.
By pleading guilty, owner Mark Malkowski will agree to never operate or manage firearms company, as well as personally paying $100,000 fine, while Stag Arms will pay $500,000
Stag Arms is in talks to sell the company.
From: The Firearm Blog, Guns.com
Tuesday, December 22, 2015
Israeli Dror LMG
Ian goes over this lesser known machine gun.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEOt-qYX23c
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEOt-qYX23c
From: Forgotten Weapons
Rugged Suppressors Razor 7.62
TWANGnBANG reviewed this suppressor. There is comparison with Surge suppressor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYIUC9WW0Ko
From: TWANGnBANG
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYIUC9WW0Ko
From: TWANGnBANG
Monday, December 21, 2015
GNB: Vicksers Guide: 1911
Larry Vickers published this guide some time ago, intended as a coffee table book - beautiful photographs and short descriptions, suppose to be a light reading while enjoying your coffee.
There are plenty of books about birth and adoption of 1911 by U.S. Army, and its numerous variants, but LAV's 1911 guide isn't about that. It shows some of his prized possessions as well as some from Ken Hackathorn and Rob Leatham's. Most of the collections feature rare 1911s from various gunsmiths.
It also is a snapshot of how 1911 evolved from about 1980s to current. History of various gunsmiths' works in last few decades has been relegated to memories of people who lived at the time, with little comprehensive documentation.
This guide features works of Pachmayr, Swenson and other gunsmiths of the era, as well as the current ones like Burton. It shows various agency models as well.
Small changes over the time can be hard to trace, but readers can get the idea of how things evolved when reading this. For people who are not in to details of 1911s, this would be just a photobook with various 1911s. However, those who like to look at details of a 1911, it can be an interesting guide to see how things evolved in last 30-40 years.
How to correctly mount an optic on an AR15
Triggertime TV has video by Mike Lamb showing how to mount optics on AR correctly.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xd5geVkx6xs
From: Triggertime TV
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xd5geVkx6xs
From: Triggertime TV
Walther PPQ Q5 Match Pistol
Walther is coming up with a variation of their PPQ with 5 inch barrel called PPQ Q5. This pistol is made with competition in mind. The slide is ready for red dot sights similar to Glock MOS line.
You can read more from Guns. Holsters, and Gear. Check out the comment by Rich as well.
http://www.gunsholstersandgear.com/2015/12/15/walther-ppq-q5-match-pistol/
From: Guns, Holsters, and Gear
You can read more from Guns. Holsters, and Gear. Check out the comment by Rich as well.
http://www.gunsholstersandgear.com/2015/12/15/walther-ppq-q5-match-pistol/
From: Guns, Holsters, and Gear
Sunday, December 20, 2015
Walther PPS M2 subcompact pistol
The Firearm Blog caught the press release about this pistol from Walther. It is a subcompact pistol in 9mm. It looks to be a single stack. Maybe 7-8 rounds capacity.
Pictures are in the link
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/18/walther-announces-new-pps-m2-9mm-subcompact-pistol/
From: The Firearm Blog
Pictures are in the link
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/18/walther-announces-new-pps-m2-9mm-subcompact-pistol/
From: The Firearm Blog
Vickers Tactical G43 +2 Magazine Extension
The Tactical Blog has first look and impression of the protoype. The prototype was printed with a 3D printer, but the production model maybe made with different manufacturing process.
http://www.thetacticalwire.com/features/230369
From: The Tactical Wire
http://www.thetacticalwire.com/features/230369
From: The Tactical Wire
Chiappa AK-9 Pistol
Chiappa is coming up with AK-ish pistol in 9mm. There is no telling if the actions will be that of AK, but it is an interesting change.
http://www.gunsholstersandgear.com/2015/12/14/chiappa-ak-9/
From: Guns, Holsters, and Gear
http://www.gunsholstersandgear.com/2015/12/14/chiappa-ak-9/
From: Guns, Holsters, and Gear
Lightweight Desert Eagles
Magnum Research is coming up with lighter version of Desert Eagles called L5 and L6.
L5 in .357 magnum will have a 5-inch barrel with a muzzle break. It weighs 3 lbs. 2 oz. MSRP is about $1790
L6 is same but in .50AE. MSRP will be $2054
From: The Shooting Wire
L5 in .357 magnum will have a 5-inch barrel with a muzzle break. It weighs 3 lbs. 2 oz. MSRP is about $1790
L6 is same but in .50AE. MSRP will be $2054
From: The Shooting Wire
Saturday, December 19, 2015
Vickers Tactical Grip plug/Takedown tool - GGT01
Vickers Tactical released this grip plug that has Glock takedown tool. It features a stainless tool. Currently it's only available for Gen 3, but Gen 4 version is on its way.
Price is $12.95
Link: https://tangodown.com/shop/vickers-tactical-grip-plug-takedown-tool-for-glock-ggt01/
From: Soldier Systems
Knoble Automatic Pistol
This pistol really doesn't provide any advantage over other pistols of the era. In fact, probably worse.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99NZMAC7Spg
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99NZMAC7Spg
From: Forgotten Weapons
Shotgun News to change name - Firearm News
Shotgun News is finally coming to terms with the fact that they are not just about shotguns, but about all things firearms.
The change is not just in the name. Covers will be glossy, new column, and heavier paper.
From: Guns.com
The change is not just in the name. Covers will be glossy, new column, and heavier paper.
From: Guns.com
EOTech refund request overwhelming USPS
According to Soldier Systems, post office in Ann Arbor, MIchigan is dealing quite a volume of these returns. Keep in mind that some probably used UPS instead of USPS, so the actual amount received by EOTech would be more.
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/12/17/eotech-sight-returns-overwhelming-us-postal-service/
From: Soldier Systems
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/12/17/eotech-sight-returns-overwhelming-us-postal-service/
From: Soldier Systems
Friday, December 18, 2015
Vityaz-SN
LAV uploaded another video, this time Vityaz-SN, a 9mm sub-machine gun
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYFF1gYMquk
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYFF1gYMquk
From: Vickers Tactical
Beretta M9 A3 Suppressed
Hickok45 gets to have some fun with the improved Beretta M9
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q61P1skurwc
From: hickok45
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q61P1skurwc
From: hickok45
Glock 40 Gen4 MOS review
The Firearm Blog has review of this new pistol from Glock. USPSA is experimenting with Combat Optics division and if that becomes a real division, it would be interesting to see how this will do.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/17/review-glock-40-gen4-10mm-long-slide-red-dot-big-bore-hand-cannon/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/17/review-glock-40-gen4-10mm-long-slide-red-dot-big-bore-hand-cannon/
From: The Firearm Blog
Thursday, December 17, 2015
Colt Canada MRR - Modular Railed Rifle
Canadaian Firearm Magazine 'Calibre' has photo of the new rifle from Colt Canada, built with inputs from Canada's special operations soldiers and law enforcements.
It featured M-LOK, Cerakote finish.
You can read more from:
http://calibremag.ca/colt-canada-mmr-the-modular-railed-rifle/
From: Calibre
It featured M-LOK, Cerakote finish.
You can read more from:
http://calibremag.ca/colt-canada-mmr-the-modular-railed-rifle/
From: Calibre
Libyan Illicit firearms Facebook group
The firearm Blog stumbled upon a Facebook page featuring firearms found in Libya. It is interesting to see some guns, and some are expected, while some are not.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/16/libyan-illicit-arms-facebook-group/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/16/libyan-illicit-arms-facebook-group/
From: The Firearm Blog
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
How to shoot the boat simulator
TWANGnBANG shared a tip he learned on how to deal with boat simulator. This contraption provides unstable platform but there are things you can do to minimize problems.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ax76cW7uJp4
From: TWANGnBANG
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ax76cW7uJp4
From: TWANGnBANG
Concealed carry tips for women
Steve Fisher and Tatiana Whitlock discuss some of helpful points for females carrying gun.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRWJBdRvVHQ
From: TriggerTime TV
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRWJBdRvVHQ
From: TriggerTime TV
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Savage Automatic Pistols
Ian goes through changes in Savage automatic pistols. For younger generations, 1907 is the gun featured in shows like Boardwalk Empire or movies like Road to Perdition.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhy90uT1UtY
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhy90uT1UtY
From: Forgotten Weapons
Jerry shot first
Jerry Miculek did a hilarious reenactment of the famous 'Han shot first' scene with one of two firing prop of the Han Solo pistol.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6EQQnkUGIk
From: Miculek.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6EQQnkUGIk
From: Miculek.com
Hickok45 cuts Christmas tree
Not a bad idea. A nice walk in the woods, get some shooting done, and inexpensive Christmas trees.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0p6_JgI7ahs
From: Hickok45
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0p6_JgI7ahs
From: Hickok45
Monday, December 14, 2015
Uzi SMG sand test
MAC decided to apply his sand test to an Uzi.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOdV9kyKUE4
From: Military Arms Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOdV9kyKUE4
From: Military Arms Channel
MK46 MOD 1
This is a modified SAW, making it easier for the user to carry it. Wait until the end when Eric really enjoys shooting it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWo-1-SBIM0
From: Iraqveeran8888
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWo-1-SBIM0
From: Iraqveeran8888
Sunday, December 13, 2015
Russian PL-14
LAV shows this new pistol developed by Kalashnikov. It is certainly interesting pistol.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hj3qswvOHII
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hj3qswvOHII
From: Vickers Tactical
Upgrading M4 carbine to M4A1
Here's a video showing how Army's M4s are upgraded to M4A1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgBpWGiJNrM
From: PEO Soldier via Soldier Systems
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgBpWGiJNrM
From: PEO Soldier via Soldier Systems
Saturday, December 12, 2015
How to use red dot sights on handguns
Practically Tactical got together with Steve Fisher to talk about how to use red dot sights on handguns.
Their are more parts available now than ever for mounting red dot sights on handguns and there are some examples in the video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVVyFORQaZc
From: Practically Tactical
Their are more parts available now than ever for mounting red dot sights on handguns and there are some examples in the video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVVyFORQaZc
From: Practically Tactical
Taurus class action lawsuit settled
The Firearm Blog reports that Taurus International Manufacturing settled a lawsuit, which qualifying Settlement Class Members to get payment up to $200 per Class Pistol. The settlement also allows Taurus to enhance warranty on the Class Pistols.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/11/taurus-owners-take-note-class-action-settlement-is-available/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/11/taurus-owners-take-note-class-action-settlement-is-available/
From: The Firearm Blog
Friday, December 11, 2015
SIG Prototype 1924-25 rifles
Ian brings us another interesting video about these prototype rifles
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIketG68nrY
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIketG68nrY
From: Forgotten Weapons
Engine block vs .50 BMG
LAV shows what kind of things happen when an engine block gets to meet .50 BMG coming in at a high speed.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NvlPryFvrc
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NvlPryFvrc
From: Vickers Tactical
Constitutional Arms Palm pistol
Guns.com has review of this unique pistol. The palm pistol design is not new, but this pistol adds a few more interesting design to bring it up to the modern times.
http://www.guns.com/review/2015/12/09/first-look-constitution-arms-palm-pistol-video/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/review/2015/12/09/first-look-constitution-arms-palm-pistol-video/
From: Guns.com
Thursday, December 10, 2015
9 Soviet prototype rifles from WW2
The Firearm Blog has photos of prototypes Soviets made during WW2 and beyond. You can see some interesting designs that influenced AK-47
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/09/9-prototype-soviet-assault-rifles-wwii/
From: The Firearm Blog
M3 Submachinegun story
If you wanted to read upon the basic history of M3 submachine gun, Guns.com has a nice article.
http://www.guns.com/2015/12/09/the-m3-submachine-gun-lets-get-greasy/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2015/12/09/the-m3-submachine-gun-lets-get-greasy/
From: Guns.com
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
EOTech issuing refunds
Recent development regarding EOTech problems is now leading to L-3 Communications to refund the Holographic Weapon Sight. With US government suing and settling, L-3 Communications is quietly refunding full price customers paid.
You have to request RMA from their website, and they will either accept or decline. Once they approve, they will add $15 for shipping and handling, and you can send it in.
For more information, here's the link to the Soldier Systems article.
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/12/08/l3-communications-eotech-issuing-refunds-for-holographic-weapon-sights/
From: Soldier Systems
You have to request RMA from their website, and they will either accept or decline. Once they approve, they will add $15 for shipping and handling, and you can send it in.
For more information, here's the link to the Soldier Systems article.
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/12/08/l3-communications-eotech-issuing-refunds-for-holographic-weapon-sights/
From: Soldier Systems
Mosin Nagant 91/30 at 300 yards
Jerry Miculek shows why he is an amazing shooter by shooting this rifle standing up to 300 yards
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56H1601J9sE
From: Miculek.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56H1601J9sE
From: Miculek.com
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
USAS-12 Combat Shotgun
This shotgun was made by Daewoo Precision Industry(now S&T Motiv) of South Korea in 80s. The gun was interesting implementation of Max Atchisson's work.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKbC7ldO3fY
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKbC7ldO3fY
From: Forgotten Weapons
New Meprolights Sights
Meprolight sight is coming out with new sight that uses Fiber Tritium. This seems to be an extension of their TFO line. The sight is set up so the middle part is on the same place as the outer parts.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/07/new-meprolight-sights/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/12/07/new-meprolight-sights/
From: The Firearm Blog
Monday, December 7, 2015
Vuurwapen on Faxon ARAK-21
Vuurwapen is hardly the person who minces words and he got his chance to review this rifle. And it did not go well for Faxon. Take a look at the first review.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rho8WFXP8k0
Then the follow up which didn't help much
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2r6qHqMkRYU
From: Vuurwapenblog
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rho8WFXP8k0
Then the follow up which didn't help much
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2r6qHqMkRYU
From: Vuurwapenblog
DP-12 Shotgun
Hickok45 got his chance to shoot this shotgun. It is definitely interesting and I hope it foes better than Kel-Tec.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bOVOqccmw0
From: Hickok45
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bOVOqccmw0
From: Hickok45
Sunday, December 6, 2015
Apex Tactical barrels for S&W M&P
Apex Tactical is coming up with semi drop-in barrel for M&P pistols. There has been some accuracy issues reported with M&P pistols and this barrel is going to give 2 inch group at 25 yards.
Price is expected to be $199.95 and will be available on Dec. 17
Apex Tactical has been driving force of improving M&P line with their sear and other parts.
From: Ammoland
Top 5 Truck Guns
Iraqveteran8888 makes a list of 5 truck guns he would carry. It is a light-hearted list so don't get too angry at choices. Relax and enjoy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gImFZafFbFo
From: Iraqveteran8888
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gImFZafFbFo
From: Iraqveteran8888
Saturday, December 5, 2015
H&K SL-6 and SL-7 Rifles
Ian goes through lesser known rifle from H&K that is mechanically related to H&K rifles we see today.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwJDC7QwCmk
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwJDC7QwCmk
From: Forgotten Weapons
H&K MP5 breakdown
Battlefield Vegas had a video going through H&K MP5. They have more on other guns as part of their Weekly Weapons Brief
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JCqA1_-050
From: BattleField Vegas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JCqA1_-050
From: BattleField Vegas
Friday, December 4, 2015
H&K VP9 Torture Test
MAC decided to test out the pistol and this caused some chatter on the internet forums. The gun failed some tests. It is interesting to see the reactions to this video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOu5ZGfgtVk
HK Pro: http://www.hkpro.com/forum/hk-handgun-talk/228774-mac-vp9-torture-test.html
Ar15.com: https://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1813204_How_many_are_dumping_the_VP9_and_headed_back_to_Glock_now__.html
From: MAC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOu5ZGfgtVk
HK Pro: http://www.hkpro.com/forum/hk-handgun-talk/228774-mac-vp9-torture-test.html
Ar15.com: https://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1813204_How_many_are_dumping_the_VP9_and_headed_back_to_Glock_now__.html
From: MAC
Jingle Bells with Chris Chang
Christmas seasons is here and let's celebrate by playing some songs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYEgNZqNtvE
From: Chris Cheng
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYEgNZqNtvE
From: Chris Cheng
S&W ships millionth Shield
S&W shipped 1 million M&P Shield since it was made in 2012. This is no small feat considering the mark took only 3 years. Everything about the gun, the marketing was right.
Fom: Guns.com
Fom: Guns.com
Thursday, December 3, 2015
German Naval P04 Luger
There were various Lugers and here is one Rock Island Auction that German Navy adopted
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXFOyn141jY
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXFOyn141jY
From: Forgotten Weapons
AMU's marksmanship tips
Army Marksmanship Unit has been producing videos titled "Shooter's Corner", giving tips on shooting. It is basic information, but proper execution of basic skills is what makes experts.
Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xUSEfB3LlQ
More videos below
Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xUSEfB3LlQ
More videos below
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
S&W 945
Jerry Miculek shows us a bit rare pistol, a performance center S&W 945. It has some similar features found on 1911.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5efBLtnXAt8
From: Miculek.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5efBLtnXAt8
From: Miculek.com
Hugo Schmeisser rifles
Guns.com has a brief article on this brilliant inventor who heavily influenced the advancement of rifles we see now.
http://www.guns.com/2015/11/30/hugo-schmeisser-assault-rifle/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2015/11/30/hugo-schmeisser-assault-rifle/
From: Guns.com
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
Trapdoor Springfield
More interesting rifle from RIA auction. The rifle was made from a muzzleloader to trapdoor version as the need to evolve became apparent
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jckv3dfwvSY
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jckv3dfwvSY
From: Forgotten Weapons
Homemade 20mm cannon
A 4chan user Joshua Geho built a 20mm rifle after getting appropriate paperwork approvals. It is interesting to see how this shoots
http://www.guns.com/2015/11/30/homebuild-20mm-cannon-project-defines-stout-recoil-video/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GnMTkvDneTI
From: Guns.com
Monday, November 30, 2015
C93 Borchardt
Here's the first successful semi-auto pistol. As always, Ian goes over some historical background as well.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItpOBQFVIhM
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItpOBQFVIhM
From: Forgotten Weapons
S&W Model 547 9mm Revolver
Not a new revolver, but it has interesting design. Not mayn 9mm revolvers are around thesedays, as semi-autos are better suited for the caliber.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHd3D1GqNJA
From: Hickok45
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHd3D1GqNJA
From: Hickok45
Sunday, November 29, 2015
Raven Concealment Morrigan IWB holster
Raven Concealment debutted a new IWB holster. It uses velcro strap to adjust retention.
Available for following guns(for now)
Glock 17, 19, 22, 23, 26, 27, 31, 32, 33, 42, 43
S&W M&P Full size 9mm/.40 cal and Shield
Link: http://raven-concealment-systems1.mybigcommerce.com/morrigan-iwb-holster/
Price $49.99
From: Raven Concealment Systems
Union/Reifgraber .32 S&W Autopistol
Forgotten Weapons shows this interesting pistol that didn't make it big but has an interesting design
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPu7_ZZ3-PM
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPu7_ZZ3-PM
From: Forgotten Weapons
Saturday, November 28, 2015
Russian SV-338 Sniper Rifle
More videos from LAV, this time SV-338 rifle. Their has been a lot of transition to this or .300 Win Mag from .308(7.62x51) and seems like Russians are taking a note of it too.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zm1TDCNY06w
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zm1TDCNY06w
From: Vickers Tactical
Allen & Thurber Pepperbox
This pistol is a quite interesting gun. Ian goes through some historical backgrounds as well.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnirpFYdqrs
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnirpFYdqrs
From: Forgotten Weapons
Friday, November 27, 2015
Swiss ZfK-55 Sniper Rifle
Swiss made some really great rifles and here is another one on the auction
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAshu34OvC0
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAshu34OvC0
From: Forgotten Weapons
CDX-50 Tremor
Soldier Systems has photos of a new .50cal rifle from Cadex
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/11/18/milipol-cadex-debuts-cdx-50-tremor/
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/11/18/milipol-cadex-debuts-cdx-50-tremor/
Thursday, November 26, 2015
Erika 4.25mm Pistol
This pistol was chambered for 4.25mm Liliput, designed by Franz Pfannl to make a really small pistol. It is unclear if practical sense was dead when this gun was made. Perhaps the only thing that died due to this gun.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PaUNIbztus
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PaUNIbztus
From: Forgotten Weapons
CMP to get 1911s
President Obama signed the National Defense Authorization Act of 2016 which included transfers of M1911A1s in US Military to CMP. 10,000 firearms will be available per year.
More Trijicon MRO review
Guns, Holsters, and Gear got chance to run the Trijicon MRO and review it.
http://www.gunsholstersandgear.com/optics-and-scopes/trijicon-mro-review/
From: Guns, Holsters, and Gear
http://www.gunsholstersandgear.com/optics-and-scopes/trijicon-mro-review/
From: Guns, Holsters, and Gear
Wednesday, November 25, 2015
EOTech and Aimpoint news
Sometime ago, Soldier Systems reported that USSOCOM found problems with EOTechs. In extreme temperature, the reticle would lose its zero. Now, Soldier Systems Daily is reporting that US Government is suing L3 Communications for failure to disclose test results that demonstrated this problem.
Update: Soldier Systems have update on the settlement L3 Communications made with US government. The accusation is pretty damning, with EOTech known flaws for many years yet not informing DoD as contract required.
On the other hand, Aimpoint Micro T-2 is now adopted by the FBI HRT since July. FBI's another unit, Defensive Systems Unit will use H-2. H-2 is not out on commercial market, but it will be a more economical version of T-2 without NV capability.
FBI HRT will use Sphur mount for their Aimpoint T-2s
From: Soldier Systems
Update: Soldier Systems have update on the settlement L3 Communications made with US government. The accusation is pretty damning, with EOTech known flaws for many years yet not informing DoD as contract required.
On the other hand, Aimpoint Micro T-2 is now adopted by the FBI HRT since July. FBI's another unit, Defensive Systems Unit will use H-2. H-2 is not out on commercial market, but it will be a more economical version of T-2 without NV capability.
FBI HRT will use Sphur mount for their Aimpoint T-2s
From: Soldier Systems
The Walch Revolver
This revolver attempted to fire 10 rounds out of 5 cylinders by having two percussion cap channels. Very interesting design although not sure if it will work that well.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kf10DTtvirg
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kf10DTtvirg
From: Forgotten Weapons
Freedom Ordnance FM-9 belt fed AR upper
GY6 reviewed this system. It is unclear if the system will be useful except for very narrrow applications, but it is an interesting attempt.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqk5XZaFJXw
From: GY6
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqk5XZaFJXw
From: GY6
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Detonics MkI
Ian goes through the first Detonics pistol which successfuly offered a smaller 1911 size.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebzv1T-mBHA
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebzv1T-mBHA
From: Forgotten Weapons
LAV shoots 50 Cal Raufoss
LAV gets to have fun with this interesting round.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_erHq06NcE
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_erHq06NcE
From: Vickers Tactical
Miculek Thanksgiving cooking
Jerry Miculek shows how to prepare Thanksgiving meal Miculek way.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cG9YdQ2iBtk
From: Miuclek.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cG9YdQ2iBtk
From: Miuclek.com
Monday, November 23, 2015
Braverman "Stinger" Pen Gun
This is a pen gun, but is not a NFA item. Very interesting design. This would have fit very well in to any TV shows from 60s to 80s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhnpKyORQy8
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhnpKyORQy8
From: Forgotten Weapons
Shooting .50 cal revolver in a USPSA match
Powerfactor is definitely met for this one. This is all in fun, as you can guess.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMjDzMZY2Yw
From: r3hawk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMjDzMZY2Yw
From: r3hawk
Shooting steel tips from Frank Proctor
Frank Proctor shares his knowledge regarding steel targets. He says that Green tip ammunition is actually not as bad as some make it out to be. It is interesting point.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=66LsQomL-AI
From: Trigger Time TV
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=66LsQomL-AI
From: Trigger Time TV
Sunday, November 22, 2015
How to clean an AR-15
Jerry Miculek goes through AR-15 cleaning. This is a great video for anyone who wants to learn this, even though it is 34 mnutes long. Learn once and you are set.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMuWlomfnf4
From: Miculek.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMuWlomfnf4
From: Miculek.com
Tis the Season for Commie Guns
MAC shows off some commie guns as the winter hits his area.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0bNuASug_o
From: Military Arms Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0bNuASug_o
From: Military Arms Channel
Saturday, November 21, 2015
Gustloff VG1-5 Nazi Last Ditch Rifles
Ian shows this last ditch semi-auto made by Nazi party. It is usable, but not for a long time like other weapons.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUeYVcredOc
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUeYVcredOc
From: Forgotten Weapons
19C tactical light mounted gun
Czerny's auction house in Sarzana, Italy has a pistol with a lantern mounted to it, made in 1800s. It is about 30cm long.
From: Guns.com
Friday, November 20, 2015
H&K MP7 A1
Iraqveteran8888 got his chance to shoot the H&K MP7. He also ran a ballistic gel test with the FMJ ammunition for the gun
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HY_lPyHyqLU
From: Iraqveteran8888
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HY_lPyHyqLU
From: Iraqveteran8888
Gewehr 71 with experimental magazine
Ian took time to show this experimental magazine for Gewehr 71. It was never adopted or mass produced, but is a good example of various attempts of the time
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7B1RqiQAdM
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7B1RqiQAdM
From: Forgotten Weapons
Guns growing in trees
Guns.com has some photos of trees growing with guns from wars many years ago.
http://www.guns.com/2015/11/18/the-steel-content-of-trees-in-eastern-europe-varies-7-photos/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2015/11/18/the-steel-content-of-trees-in-eastern-europe-varies-7-photos/
From: Guns.com
Thursday, November 19, 2015
BCM .300 Blackout uppers
Bravo Company Manufacturing is releasing 300 Blackout uppers in 9 inch, 12.5 inch, and 16 inch.
Link: http://bravocompanymfg.com/blackout/
From: Bravo Company Manufacturing via Soldier Systems
Magpul CORE Technical gloves
Magpul announced an upcoming glove for shooters. It is not in production, but seems like a good contender.
FEATURES
- Lightweight, durable glove without compromising dexterity
- Tough synthetic suede palm and inner finger construction for wet or dry grip on all firearms
- Narrow, minimalistic forefinger for easy access and better control of firearms triggers
- Terrycloth backed thumb area to quickly remove fogging on hunting optics and glasses
- Three-finger touchscreen capability
- Elastic wrist closure keeps out debris
- 100% synthetic
- Subdued branding for better camouflage and concealment
Colors will be black, charcoal, and coyote.
Price: $24.95
link: https://www.magpul.com/products/magpul-core-technical-gloves
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74X6Qn3arCs
From: Magpul
USPSA Scoring & Overlays
Larry from The Powerfactor show goes over some details and intricacies of USPSA scoring using overlays.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tX2sXHs5MIU
From: Powerfactor Show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tX2sXHs5MIU
From: Powerfactor Show
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
AK-12
LAV's second trip to Russia brings us more information about some interesting firearms. Here is AK-12, possible candidate for new issue rifle for Russian military.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAjkxLSkv7Q
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAjkxLSkv7Q
From: Vickers Tactical
RSC 1917: French WW1 semi-auto rifle
Ian shows the first semi auto France issued, almost 86,000 of them.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQan6gn37A4
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQan6gn37A4
From: Forgotten Weapons
Japanese AR-10 variants
Jien on AR15.com posted s scan of article from Japanese magazine 'Gun'. It shows R1, very similar to AR-10 and how it progresses to Howa Type 64 rifle.
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1807712_Japanese_made_AR_10_Variants__Japan_s_First_Experimental_Rifle_after_WW2.html
Frm: Ar15.com
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1807712_Japanese_made_AR_10_Variants__Japan_s_First_Experimental_Rifle_after_WW2.html
Frm: Ar15.com
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
S&S Precision Multi-Pistol Holster
S&S Precision made this holster capable of holding most ull-size guns. It is mde with injection molded thermoplastic. It can be used as OWB or IWB, and hooks attach to belts to up to 1.5 inches wide.
Price: $48.10
Link: https://www.sandsprecision.com/performance-denim-multi-pistol-holster-with-clips.html
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXUZD2nvCfc
From: Soldier Systems
Madsen LMG disassembly & functioning
Ian takes a look at internals of this rifle. The fist 3 minutes are for history.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zpF2hS2avd8
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zpF2hS2avd8
From: Forgotten Weapons
Monday, November 16, 2015
Colt Z40 Pistol #1
Ian took a time to talk about this gun, not becuase the gun is an antique but because of political circumstance the era was a noteworthy moment in firearms history
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcNfHudHlF8
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcNfHudHlF8
From: Forgotten Weapons
Bass Pro buying out Cabelas?
According to some new sources, Bass Pro Shops is looking in to/ or has already made an offer for Cabelas. KURL8 reports that the deal was already finalized on Nov. 9th, and formal take over will happen Jan. 1 of next year.
http://www.kulr8.com/story/30496958/cabelas-employees-say-managers-confirm-store-will-close-jan-1
From: KURL
http://www.kulr8.com/story/30496958/cabelas-employees-say-managers-confirm-store-will-close-jan-1
From: KURL
Sunday, November 15, 2015
Prototype rifles from J.C. White
Here are more interesting rifles from 1930s built by J.C. White.
Toggle-Locked .30-06 Prototype Rifle
Open-Bolt LMG
From: Forgotten Weapons
Toggle-Locked .30-06 Prototype Rifle
Open-Bolt LMG
From: Forgotten Weapons
LAV shots watermelons with 6.5 Creedmore
LAV shoots watermelons. From 100, 400, and 800 yards.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdRt8Vonn9A
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdRt8Vonn9A
From: Vickers Tactical
Saturday, November 14, 2015
Vickers Guide: 1911
LAV released his Vickers Guide 1911. The book is a coffee table book with 352 pages of 1911 photos as well as many other things.
The Standard edition is $95, Signature edition is $125 and the Limited Edition is $250.
You can purchase them from http://www.vickersguide.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOvxjEgNffk
From: Vickers Tactical
The Standard edition is $95, Signature edition is $125 and the Limited Edition is $250.
You can purchase them from http://www.vickersguide.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOvxjEgNffk
From: Vickers Tactical
Magpul Tejas Gun belt
Magpul came up with gunbelt made with leather on the outside and kydex inside for better form. It comes in 3 colors, black, chocolate, and brown. Size is from 32-44 in ches.
Link: https://www.magpul.com/products/tejas
Price: $84.95
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zvmDbe_ROts
From: Magpul
Griffin Armament's universal suppressor
This suppressor is coming soon, and is usable for various rifle calibers around .30 caliber. It's not for some handgun calibers, but definitely something that will save a lot of hassle for people with diffeent calibers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4KfGPM-cJc
From: Military Arms Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4KfGPM-cJc
From: Military Arms Channel
Friday, November 13, 2015
White Prototype Gas Operated .276 Rifle
Forgotten Weapons shows us this rare rifle that tried to go against M1. Plenty of interesting features were in the rifle, although practicality maybe questioned.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXAmnoMR2aI
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXAmnoMR2aI
From: Forgotten Weapons
S&W IDPA BUG National result
S&W IDPA BUG Nationals was last weekend and here are the results
High BUG: Shane Coley
High Distinguished Senior: Paul Jones
High Industry: Shane Coley
High International: Federico Iannelli
High Junior: Padraic Sullivan
High Lady: Randi Rogers
High Law Enforcement: Eugene Jankowski
High Military: Mike Seeklander
High Senior: Eugene Jankowski
Most Accurate: Jim Meyers
Congratulations!
From: IDPA
High BUG: Shane Coley
High Distinguished Senior: Paul Jones
High Industry: Shane Coley
High International: Federico Iannelli
High Junior: Padraic Sullivan
High Lady: Randi Rogers
High Law Enforcement: Eugene Jankowski
High Military: Mike Seeklander
High Senior: Eugene Jankowski
Most Accurate: Jim Meyers
Congratulations!
From: IDPA
To reload, or not to reload (shotgun shells)
Powerfactor show takes a look at whether someone should reload his shotgun shells.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIbk_h9DwU4
From: Powerfactor Show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIbk_h9DwU4
From: Powerfactor Show
Thursday, November 12, 2015
Colt 1909
Forgotten Weapons finally got chance to look at Colt 1909, which filled the evolutionary steps between 1905 and 1911. Ian compares the three pistols.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0ij5ReIbis
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0ij5ReIbis
From: Forgotten Weapons
Magpul Gen3 PMAG for AK test
AK Operator's union 47-74 decided to see if Magpul's new PMAG Gen3 for AKs are worthy of being used in Kalashnikov's design.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vccZspfVaDI
From: AKOU 47-74
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vccZspfVaDI
From: AKOU 47-74
Browning 1921 Autoloading Rifle
The Firearm Blog has an article on far lesser known patent filed by John M. Browning. There is no indication this made it to production, but it is a nice interesting article. The comments seem to indicate that Pedersen probably had similar design 6 years prior.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/11/10/the-browning-1921-autoloading-rifle-a-forgotten-weapon-of-war/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/11/10/the-browning-1921-autoloading-rifle-a-forgotten-weapon-of-war/
From: The Firearm Blog
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
TAC-TV Veteran's Day Special
LAV uploaded a special episode on his Youtube. The video looks at BCM company, LAV's background, as well as a support for veterans, Operation Warrior Call
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYwn8qN4uVA
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYwn8qN4uVA
From: Vickers Tactical
FP-45 Liberator Pistol
Ian goes through a genuine Liberator pistol. There are a lot of information covered in this video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CjndIiZyJo
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CjndIiZyJo
From: Forgotten Weapons
Tactical Backpack/Biathlon Rifle Sling
Mayflower Consulting and Velocity systems got together to make this European sling great for mountain operations. Available in Multicam, Kryptek Yeti(winter) and Highlander(Brown)
Price: $84
http://shop.vig-sec.com/product/tactical-backpackbiathlon-rifle-sling/
From: Velocity Systems via Soldier Systems
How to distinguish AK variants
ENDO has a good post about how to distinguish various AKs made by abram4ik. If you want to get a good reference guide, this should do it.
http://www.everydaynodaysoff.com/2015/11/10/how-to-distinguish-ak-variants/
From: Everyday no days off
http://www.everydaynodaysoff.com/2015/11/10/how-to-distinguish-ak-variants/
From: Everyday no days off
Tuesday, November 10, 2015
USSOCOM looking to replace EOTech
USSOCOM recently published a note warning about problems with EOTech. Now Soldier Systems is reporting that there is movement to find substitute. There are 5 candidates viying for the position.
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/11/09/ussocom-evaulates-replacement-for-eotech-sights/
From: Soldier Systems
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/11/09/ussocom-evaulates-replacement-for-eotech-sights/
From: Soldier Systems
SPAS-12
Forgotten Weapons looks at the famous SPAS-12.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcuOUBG0Fz0
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcuOUBG0Fz0
From: Forgotten Weapons
Monday, November 9, 2015
9mm defensive load barrier tests
MAC tries out 4 defensive ammunitions using ballistic gels and how it performs against some barriers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0piGeTVMZWs
This test should be taken with some grain of salt. There are studies done under better and more controlled manner. Furthermore, those studies indicate that permanent cavity is more important than temporary cavity(or stretched). Whie it is impressive to see temporary cavities, the importance goes to permanent cavity
The bulletproof vest test at the end did not mention that +P+ rounds are closer to .357 magnum rounds which is beyond what Level IIA armor is rated for. So there is no surprise that the +P+ would penetrate.
From: Military Arms Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0piGeTVMZWs
This test should be taken with some grain of salt. There are studies done under better and more controlled manner. Furthermore, those studies indicate that permanent cavity is more important than temporary cavity(or stretched). Whie it is impressive to see temporary cavities, the importance goes to permanent cavity
The bulletproof vest test at the end did not mention that +P+ rounds are closer to .357 magnum rounds which is beyond what Level IIA armor is rated for. So there is no surprise that the +P+ would penetrate.
From: Military Arms Channel
Bannerman's castle
Guns.com has a good article on Bannerman's milsurp store. This store was famous for having many different military surpluses over the years.
http://www.guns.com/2015/11/07/bannermans-legacy-ultimate-army-navy-store/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2015/11/07/bannermans-legacy-ultimate-army-navy-store/
From: Guns.com
Sunday, November 8, 2015
Movie prop guns on auction
Julien's Auction is putting some interesting guns from movies up for auction to be held on Nov. 20th. From the Golden Closet Archives catalog,
AMT .45 Longlside from Terminator is going on the block for $10,000-20,000 (p. 34 of catalog). Laser is not included, though
M16A1 with grenade launcher used in the last scene of Scarface(1983) by Al Pacino's character. The gun lacks firing pin, and the grenade launcher was custom made. The grenade launcher was also used in Predator(1987). Price is expected to be around $20,000 - 30,000.
According to jbntex from AR15.com, the serial number is 9310593, and was sold by the famous Stembridge Gun Works company.
There are some prop guns from other movies such as 'Salt' used by Angelina Jolie, CTU badge used by Keifer Sutherland in 24, pistols from 'Sopranos'
The catalog has far more costumes used by many shows as well. Bud's wrestling costume from 'Married...with childrens' is there too.
Auction catalog: http://www.juliensauctions.com/auctions/2015/golden-closet-archives/index.html
AMT .45 Longlside from Terminator is going on the block for $10,000-20,000 (p. 34 of catalog). Laser is not included, though
M16A1 with grenade launcher used in the last scene of Scarface(1983) by Al Pacino's character. The gun lacks firing pin, and the grenade launcher was custom made. The grenade launcher was also used in Predator(1987). Price is expected to be around $20,000 - 30,000.
According to jbntex from AR15.com, the serial number is 9310593, and was sold by the famous Stembridge Gun Works company.
There are some prop guns from other movies such as 'Salt' used by Angelina Jolie, CTU badge used by Keifer Sutherland in 24, pistols from 'Sopranos'
The catalog has far more costumes used by many shows as well. Bud's wrestling costume from 'Married...with childrens' is there too.
Auction catalog: http://www.juliensauctions.com/auctions/2015/golden-closet-archives/index.html
Sniper Rifle Challenge
LAV uploaded this video from a year or so ago from his show TAC-TV. It goes through effects of some military cartridges on barriers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BuTo89BCI5s
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BuTo89BCI5s
From: Vickers Tactical
Saturday, November 7, 2015
ETS translucent Glock magazines pre-order
ETS is coming up with translucent magazines for Glocks. Currently, 9mm 31, 22, and 14 round magazines are about to be available. In the future, there will be other capacities(15 for Glock 19 and 10 round magazines for ban states)
http://www.etsgroup.us/ETS-Group-Glock-Magazines-s/1823.htm
Price is $21.99 for 31 and 22 round magazine, $16.99 for 17 round magazine
From: ETS via The Firearm Blog
The Concealed-Carry Reality
Greg Camp wrote a rebuttal to New York Time's hit piece "The Concealed-Carry Fantasy"
As always, gun grabbers tried to inflate their numbers, while ignoring other data that refutes their claim.
http://www.guns.com/2015/11/04/the-concealed-carry-reality/
From: Guns.com
As always, gun grabbers tried to inflate their numbers, while ignoring other data that refutes their claim.
http://www.guns.com/2015/11/04/the-concealed-carry-reality/
From: Guns.com
Friday, November 6, 2015
HSP TH1RTE3N sights for Glocks
HaleyStrategic came out with a news sight for Glocks. Front blade is .125 wide, and rear sight notch is .125 wide as well.
It comes with tritium rear and tritium front ($139) or Black rear/tritium front($99)
From: Haley Strategic
SIG P225-A1
SIG Sauer is bringing back P225 with some modern updates. It comes with Short Reset Trigger, machined stainless slide
Price is $1122 - 1236 (MSRP)
PMAG 30 AK/AKM MOE and GEN M3 comparison
Soldier Systems has a nice article on the difference between the two AK magazines offered by Magpul.
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/11/05/magpul-pmag-30-akakm-moe-and-pmag-30-akakm-gen-m3-comparison/
From: Soldiery Systems
http://soldiersystems.net/2015/11/05/magpul-pmag-30-akakm-moe-and-pmag-30-akakm-gen-m3-comparison/
From: Soldiery Systems
Thursday, November 5, 2015
Austrailian homemade guns
Australia practically banned guns, but that doesn't mean criminals are going to give up. These are some really crude homemade guns
From: The Daily Telegraph
From: The Daily Telegraph
ATF Open Data
ATF added Open Data to its website. This is ATF's effort to make more of its data open to the public.
https://data.atf.gov/
There are a lot of data related to firearms and other functions ATF does. If you are quantitatively driven person, this would be an interesting website.
From: ATF via Guns.com
https://data.atf.gov/
There are a lot of data related to firearms and other functions ATF does. If you are quantitatively driven person, this would be an interesting website.
From: ATF via Guns.com
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
Union Pistol with 35 round horseshoe magazine
Ian from Forgotten Weapons looks at the French-made Union Pistol with horseshoe magazine.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8dc7vZjx8E
From: Forgotten Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8dc7vZjx8E
From: Forgotten Weapons
Franz Albrecht on shooting
Franz Albrecht hunts wild boar and this is video of him hunting from Wild Boar Fever 4.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ob0fgc0I7A
The Firearm Blog found some more videos of him discussing how he shoots.
Breathing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ke9XsWMjDJI
Followthrough:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlDRvh7SyO0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amsutXVkWAw
From: The Firearm Blog, swedenthefirst
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ob0fgc0I7A
The Firearm Blog found some more videos of him discussing how he shoots.
Breathing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ke9XsWMjDJI
Followthrough:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlDRvh7SyO0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amsutXVkWAw
From: The Firearm Blog, swedenthefirst
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
Sig Sauer MCX review
MAC got his chance to review this carbine. Initially this looks like an AR, but there are some serious internal design differences.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmyluo3aT0Y
From: Military Arms Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmyluo3aT0Y
From: Military Arms Channel
Maxim Vice
Silencerco made this Miami Vice parody featuring its Maxim pistol in the works.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HX0wl9L17s8
From: SilencerCo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HX0wl9L17s8
From: SilencerCo
MRO review by sootch00
sootch00 has a great review of this new optic that is trickling in to the market
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVl6OkgEq1U
From: sootch00
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVl6OkgEq1U
From: sootch00
Monday, November 2, 2015
Slow Motion Overload - Behind The Scenes
LAV shows some behind the scene view of how the vedio got made
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqtGSb4CFfY
From: Vickers Tactical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqtGSb4CFfY
From: Vickers Tactical
338 Lapua Magnum vs. Pumpkins
TWANGnBANG shoots pumpkins as well. This time using 338 Lapusa Magnum.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUfZOnWKfsk
From: TWANGnBANG
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUfZOnWKfsk
From: TWANGnBANG
SureFire Warden
Chris Cheng demonstrates usefulness of SureFire Warden. This is a blast regulator, redirecting the blast from muzzle forward to reduce sideways blowing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vA2vcFpUndg
From: SureFire
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vA2vcFpUndg
From: SureFire
Sunday, November 1, 2015
IV8888's Top 5 Mil-Surp rifle picks
MAC and Iraqveteran8888 talk about mil-surp rifle collecting as collections.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okTvacfFWZ0
From: Iraqveteran8888
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okTvacfFWZ0
From: Iraqveteran8888
Russian GSh-18
The Firearm Blog has an intersting pistol made in Russia. GSh-18 has an interesting mechanism but its crude manufacturing is apparent
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/10/30/a-look-at-a-russian-rotary-the-gsh-18-pistol/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/10/30/a-look-at-a-russian-rotary-the-gsh-18-pistol/
From: The Firearm Blog
Hornady Iron Press
Hornady is releasing a new single-press loader. Price is $268.81
http://www.hornady.com/store/Lock-N-Load-Iron-Press-Loader-Manual-Prime/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNEK39tt9MM
From: Hornady
Saturday, October 31, 2015
Darth Vader shoots USPSA
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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2qtJkM6k8s
From: gunrobot
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