Italians came up with some interesting configuration to shoot grenades from a rifle.
From: Forgotten Weapons
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Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Team MultiCam: Kyle Defoor
Team MultiCam is making a video series and this time they did one for Kyle Defoor.
To take Kyle Defoor's class go to his website. All 2017 civilian classes are sold out right now, though
From: Team MultiCam
Daniel Defense recall
Daniel Defense is recalling some firearms made between April 1, 2016 and March 3, 2017
Users should check if their guns fall under the recall by checking with their serial number in the provided website.
https://danieldefense.com/safety
Users should check if their guns fall under the recall by checking with their serial number in the provided website.
https://danieldefense.com/safety
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
Grand Power P1 Mk12
MAC decided to do a shooting video of this compact pistol. He ran into several shortcomings.
From: Military Arms Channel
From: Military Arms Channel
Kalashnikov AK modernization/upgrade kit
Kalashnikov Concern discussed their modernization kit
From: Kalashnikov Concern
From: Kalashnikov Concern
Monday, May 29, 2017
Kyle Defoor Team MultiCam Profile
Kyle Defoor shares his experience and thought on being a shooter.
From: Team MultiCam
From: Team MultiCam
Sunday, May 28, 2017
US Small Arms Renaissance
Soldier Systems Daily posted their opinion on all the recent developments in adopting new cartridge for the military.
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/25/best-is-the-enemy-of-better/
While it doesn't immediately look like it will benefit average people, big changes such as this will ultimately influence civilian market as well. There are a lot of interesting things available right now so it would be wise to consider improvements that can be made
From: Soldier Systems Daily
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/25/best-is-the-enemy-of-better/
While it doesn't immediately look like it will benefit average people, big changes such as this will ultimately influence civilian market as well. There are a lot of interesting things available right now so it would be wise to consider improvements that can be made
From: Soldier Systems Daily
Saturday, May 27, 2017
DA/SA trigger tip
LAV shares his tip on how to deal with DA/SA trigger pull
One of things that were taught was to prep the trigger as the gun is drawn when in DA mode. Unfortunately, those who transition to non-DA pistols end up having some issues if they are not up to the task.
From: Vickers Tactical
One of things that were taught was to prep the trigger as the gun is drawn when in DA mode. Unfortunately, those who transition to non-DA pistols end up having some issues if they are not up to the task.
From: Vickers Tactical
Friday, May 26, 2017
Owen Machine Carbine of WW2
Guns.com has an article on this SMG which inserted the magazine from the top
http://www.guns.com/2017/05/24/meet-owen-the-aussie-made-subgun-that-was-a-hit-all-over-the-pacific-photos/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2017/05/24/meet-owen-the-aussie-made-subgun-that-was-a-hit-all-over-the-pacific-photos/
From: Guns.com
Thursday, May 25, 2017
FDE Vickers Glock
Lipsey's and LAV came up with a new set of Glocks in Flat Dark Earth. 2,000 G17s and 3,000 G19s are made.
You can read more from
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/23/138869/
http://lipseysguns.com/lipseys-teams-up-with-vickers-tactical-for-the-trifecta-of-exclusive-glocks/
Streamlight Rail Mount HL-X
MrGunsnGear goes over the new weapon mount light from STreamlight that packs 1000 lumens.
From: MrGunsnGear
From: MrGunsnGear
Barnes Ammunition recall
Barnes Ammunitio is recalling Barnes 300 Weatherby 180 grain TTSX VOR-TX Ammunition with following Lot Numbers
Z08SA15L, Z08SB15L, Z09SA15L, Z09SB15L, Z11SB15L, Z11SC15L, Z12SA15L, Z12SB15L, Z12SC15L, Z08SA15R, Z08SB15R, Z09SA15R, Z09SB15R, Z11SB15R, Z11SC15R, Z12SA15R, Z12SB15R, Z12SC15R
The recall states that there is a possiblity of different caliber in package.
If you are affected, don't use the ammunition and contact the Barnes Consumer Service Department at (435)856-1115
You can read more from
http://www.barnesbullets.com/product-safety-recall-notice-300-weatherby-180-grain-ttsx-vor-tx-ammunition/
From: Barnes Ammunition
Z08SA15L, Z08SB15L, Z09SA15L, Z09SB15L, Z11SB15L, Z11SC15L, Z12SA15L, Z12SB15L, Z12SC15L, Z08SA15R, Z08SB15R, Z09SA15R, Z09SB15R, Z11SB15R, Z11SC15R, Z12SA15R, Z12SB15R, Z12SC15R
The recall states that there is a possiblity of different caliber in package.
If you are affected, don't use the ammunition and contact the Barnes Consumer Service Department at (435)856-1115
You can read more from
http://www.barnesbullets.com/product-safety-recall-notice-300-weatherby-180-grain-ttsx-vor-tx-ammunition/
From: Barnes Ammunition
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
MGD PM9
This SMG features rotary recoil system which is unique but practicality wasn't any better than traditional system.
From: Forgotten Weapons
Accidental discharge
MrGunsnGear had his accidental discharge recorded. His trigger seems to have some problems. Skip to 1:47 and you can see the incident. This is another example that it is important to point the gun at the safest direction.
The old saying is that there are two types of people - those who had a ND and those who will. It is not about accusing shooters, but lapse in judgement can lead to NDs.
From: MrGunsnGear
The old saying is that there are two types of people - those who had a ND and those who will. It is not about accusing shooters, but lapse in judgement can lead to NDs.
From: MrGunsnGear
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
New clayshooting record set
Winchester's shooter Raniero Testa set a new record by shooting 13 clays in 1.6 seconds.
You can see from 1:20 mark for the actual moment
From: Winchester International
You can see from 1:20 mark for the actual moment
From: Winchester International
Schonberger-Laumann pistols
Schonberger-Laumann 1892 pistol is also referred as the first semi auto pistol, but lost the position by a small margin.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Monday, May 22, 2017
.500 Magnum & .458 SOCOM vs. Level IIIa body armor
MrGunsnGear looks at how LEvel IIIa body armor performs against .500 S&W Magnum and .458 SOCOM. This video is for entertainment purpose only. It would be interesting to see if the vest was placed on a torso shaped medium
From: MrGunsnGear
From: MrGunsnGear
Sunday, May 21, 2017
Suppressor and velocity
USMC Youtube posted video of how suppressors affect bullet
This was to counter the notion that the suppressors would weaken the velocity and range of the round. Given same ammunition suppressors can help increasing velocity by a small amount.
It's when subsonic ammunitions are used then they lose velocity and range due to lesser propellant to keep the ammunition flying at subsonic speed.
This was to counter the notion that the suppressors would weaken the velocity and range of the round. Given same ammunition suppressors can help increasing velocity by a small amount.
It's when subsonic ammunitions are used then they lose velocity and range due to lesser propellant to keep the ammunition flying at subsonic speed.
Saturday, May 20, 2017
SIG KE-7 Light Machine Gun
This was made in 1920s and has some interesting features within its fine demonstration of craftsmanship(and very complex design)
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Trip to CMP
Guns.com took a trip to CMP and shared some things they saw. As of right now there is no idea on 1911s, and M1 Garands from Phillipines.
http://www.guns.com/2017/05/19/exclusive-inside-the-cmp-and-the-word-on-garands-and-1911s-photos/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2017/05/19/exclusive-inside-the-cmp-and-the-word-on-garands-and-1911s-photos/
From: Guns.com
Friday, May 19, 2017
Scalarworks On Point sights
Scalar works released fixed front sights they designed with Larry Vickers. It was built on 15 inch sight radius.
Rear sight features windage adjustment and front sight has elevation adjustment(both 0.5 MOA). Rear apertures are flat towards shooter.
Price:
Front or rear: $109 each
Set: $199
https://scalarworks.com/shop/iron-sights/ops-fixed/
Thursday, May 18, 2017
Geissele products at SOFIC
Soldier Systems Daily posted some interesting news from SOFIC
Mk13 Trigger
Geissele made trigger system for Accuracy International rifles with Stiller action. This is the first bolt action trigger design that passed the drop test.
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/16/sofic-geissele-automatics-introduces-mk13-trigger/
M4/M16 High Speed Selector
This selector systems was developed so that the shooter can depress the selector to shoot full-auto and revert to semi-auto by releasing the thumb. The reason for such design is mentioned in article
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/17/sofic-geissele-high-speed-selector-for-m4m16/
Mk13 Trigger
Geissele made trigger system for Accuracy International rifles with Stiller action. This is the first bolt action trigger design that passed the drop test.
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/16/sofic-geissele-automatics-introduces-mk13-trigger/
M4/M16 High Speed Selector
This selector systems was developed so that the shooter can depress the selector to shoot full-auto and revert to semi-auto by releasing the thumb. The reason for such design is mentioned in article
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/17/sofic-geissele-high-speed-selector-for-m4m16/
Kit Badger's Profile Anatomy Targets
Kit Badger made anatomical targets anyone can print out on Letter size paper. It has either blue or black outline with lighter line depicting anatomy.
The difference is that the target is facing side, usable for targets moving sideways.
You can download it from here
https://kitbadger.com/profile-anatomy-targets/
From: Kit Badger via Soldier Systems Daily
The difference is that the target is facing side, usable for targets moving sideways.
You can download it from here
https://kitbadger.com/profile-anatomy-targets/
From: Kit Badger via Soldier Systems Daily
Wednesday, May 17, 2017
22 Plinkster back again
22 Plinkster filmed with The Chive to make this video full of various trick shot
From: 22 Plinkster
From: 22 Plinkster
Video Game Misconceptions
SilencerCo made a video that shows if the representation of suppressors in games are accurate.
From: SilencerCo
From: SilencerCo
Tuesday, May 16, 2017
USSOCOM and USMC looking at .338NM
Soldier Systems Daily posted that USSOCOM and USMC are looking to see who can make LWMMG(Lightweight Medium Machine Guns). It will be chambered in .338 Norma Magnum using polymer case, with interchangable barrel that has suppressor capability. The effective range is 2000m.
The hope is to have something that can shoot as far as M2, but light enough to be M240.
General Dynamics has something similar.
You can read more detail from
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/15/ussocom-usmc-take-first-steps-toward-adopting-a-338nm-lightweight-medium-machine-gun/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
The hope is to have something that can shoot as far as M2, but light enough to be M240.
General Dynamics has something similar.
You can read more detail from
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/15/ussocom-usmc-take-first-steps-toward-adopting-a-338nm-lightweight-medium-machine-gun/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
Salvator-Dormus, The first semi-auto pistol
Ian shows a pistol that was patened in 1891. This would beat Schönberger-Laumann 1892 as the first semi-auto pistol. The commercial sales(regardless of success) would make this the first non-prototype pistol.
The first commercial success goes to Borchardt C-93.(1894)
From: Forgotten Weapons
The first commercial success goes to Borchardt C-93.(1894)
From: Forgotten Weapons
HPA and its implications
John Hollister goes over what HPA is and how it might affect the market
From: Sig Sauer
From: Sig Sauer
Monday, May 15, 2017
History of SA80/L85
Ian is uploading a series of videos covering development of SA80/L85
In the first video he goes over mock ups
Armament Research (part 1): http://armamentresearch.com/british-enfield-sa80-part-1-mock-ups/
It's interesting to hear that Brits selected 4.85mm caliber and considered bull pups to be a good choice with straight stocks.
There always has been attempts to design rifles so that it can act as both infantry issue weapon and support weapon.
Then came the firable XL60 series
Armament Research(part 2): http://armamentresearch.com/british-enfield-sa80-part-2-xl60-series/
It's interesting to note that none of 26 engineers had shooting experience. It does take user feedback to make good product.
Armament Research(part 3): http://armamentresearch.com/british-enfield-sa80-part-3-xl70-series/
Tales of problems are abundant which was later fixed by H&K and issued as L85A2
From: Forgotten Weapons
In the first video he goes over mock ups
Armament Research (part 1): http://armamentresearch.com/british-enfield-sa80-part-1-mock-ups/
It's interesting to hear that Brits selected 4.85mm caliber and considered bull pups to be a good choice with straight stocks.
There always has been attempts to design rifles so that it can act as both infantry issue weapon and support weapon.
Then came the firable XL60 series
Armament Research(part 2): http://armamentresearch.com/british-enfield-sa80-part-2-xl60-series/
It's interesting to note that none of 26 engineers had shooting experience. It does take user feedback to make good product.
Armament Research(part 3): http://armamentresearch.com/british-enfield-sa80-part-3-xl70-series/
Tales of problems are abundant which was later fixed by H&K and issued as L85A2
From: Forgotten Weapons
New Beretta SMG
The Firearm Blog has pics from Kalashnikov magazine of the new Beretta SMG that really looks like updated version of the M12
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/05/13/breaking-new-beretta-smgpcc-image-leaked/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/05/13/breaking-new-beretta-smgpcc-image-leaked/
From: The Firearm Blog
Sunday, May 14, 2017
AK-47 User guide
Robski from AK Operators Union 47-74's made a 27 minute video for those new to AK platform
Edit: Part 2 is available
Part 3:
From: AKOU 47-74
Edit: Part 2 is available
Part 3:
From: AKOU 47-74
Saturday, May 13, 2017
French M1950
LAV shows us this old pistol by French to update their side arm after the WW2
From: Vickers Tactical
From: Vickers Tactical
Nordic Components NCT4 Suppressor Shield Handguard
This can be an interesting item or it can be the laughing stock of the internet.
The rail allows longer rail system for rifles using suppressors. It's priced at $350 and Nordic Components is taking pre-orders. It is expected to be out by summer.
https://nordiccomp.com/categories/nct4-suppressor-shield-modular-handguard/
The rail allows longer rail system for rifles using suppressors. It's priced at $350 and Nordic Components is taking pre-orders. It is expected to be out by summer.
https://nordiccomp.com/categories/nct4-suppressor-shield-modular-handguard/
Kiraly 43M
Ian goes over this SMG that may be aesthetically inferior but seemes to have worked fine with its interesting folding mechanism
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Thursday, May 11, 2017
M-Lok Handguards for H&K MP5/SP89
Midwest Industries introduced MP5/SP89 handguards with M-LOK systems.
MP5 handguard is priced at $119.95
https://www.midwestindustriesinc.com/product-p/mi-mp5m.htm
SP89 handguard is $105
https://www.midwestindustriesinc.com/product-p/mi-sp89m.htm
MP5 handguard is priced at $119.95
https://www.midwestindustriesinc.com/product-p/mi-mp5m.htm
SP89 handguard is $105
https://www.midwestindustriesinc.com/product-p/mi-sp89m.htm
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
DI Optical sights
MAC shares his thought after using the sights from the company.
From: Military Arms Channel
From: Military Arms Channel
Gander Mountain closing 126 stores
After getting bought out by Camping World, Gander Mountain is closing 126 stores
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/05/08/gander-mountain-liquidating-126-stores-camping-world-buys-auction/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/05/08/gander-mountain-liquidating-126-stores-camping-world-buys-auction/
From: The Firearm Blog
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Dreyse 1910
Ian goes over the Dreyse pistol. It was not really a good success.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Collector section from NRAAM
NRAAM brings out many interesting items and it includes some really old collector grade guns. Guns.com has some photos
http://www.guns.com/2017/05/03/inside-the-collectors-corner-at-nra-atlanta-photos/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2017/05/03/inside-the-collectors-corner-at-nra-atlanta-photos/
From: Guns.com
Monday, May 8, 2017
Haley Strategic TH1RTE3N handgun sights
Travis Haley explans considerations that went into his pistol sight
From: Haley Strategic
From: Haley Strategic
Sunday, May 7, 2017
Viability of 9mm carbine for home defense
Iraqveteran8888 looks at whether a 9mm carbine makes sense for home defense.
From: Iraqveteran8888
From: Iraqveteran8888
Video Game Silencer myths
SilencerCo goes over some of myths you see in video games
From: SilencerCo
From: SilencerCo
Saturday, May 6, 2017
USSOCOM on KeyMod vs M-LOK
USSOCOM tested KeyMod and M-LOK some time ago and the results are now available for public consumption. The second to last presentation slide is the summary which showed that given proper mounting, M-LOK does better in drop test and failure load
Soldier Systems Daily article
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/05/details-on-the-ussocom-sponsored-keymod-vs-m-lok-test-conducted-at-nswc-crane/
The file from briefing can be found at the bottom of the artivle.
From: soldier Systems Daily
Soldier Systems Daily article
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/05/details-on-the-ussocom-sponsored-keymod-vs-m-lok-test-conducted-at-nswc-crane/
The file from briefing can be found at the bottom of the artivle.
From: soldier Systems Daily
The First L85 Mockups
Ian goes over the history that gave birth to British SA80
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
VanGuard Basic Kit for Glock 42/43
Raven Concleament Gear released Vanguard 2 Basic Kit for Glock 42/43. Price is $29.99
http://raven-concealment-systems1.mybigcommerce.com/vanguard-2-basic-kit-for-glock-42-43/
Friday, May 5, 2017
Thursday, May 4, 2017
Beretta AR70
This rifle was a product of collaboration between SIG and Beretta in 60s.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
US Army trying to field more 7.62 rifles
Soldier Systems Daily posted that the US Army is trying to field 7.62 rifles in next 24 months. The rifles will be of a semi-auto variant similar to CSASS design. It will be used as SDMR(Squad Designated Marksmanship Rifle)
While most of setup will be close to that of H&K's CSASS, scope might be from some other source.
You can read more details from
Link: http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/03/us-army-7-62-rifle-update/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
While most of setup will be close to that of H&K's CSASS, scope might be from some other source.
You can read more details from
Link: http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/03/us-army-7-62-rifle-update/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
Wednesday, May 3, 2017
F&D Defense XAR Folding Rifle
This rifle folds at front unlike other designs that folds at stock
https://www.fddefense.com/rifles/xar/
You can read more from
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/05/01/nraam-2017-xar-folding-rifle-from-fd-defense/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
Motion activated lights for safes
TWANGnBANG shows a simple DIY motion activated light you can have for your safe
From: TWANGnBANG
From: TWANGnBANG
Tuesday, May 2, 2017
New Geissele products
Geissele introduced some new products at NRA Annual Meeting.
Maritime Bolt Catch($29)
https://geissele.com/maritime-bolt-catch.html
Airborne Tab for Geissele Super Charging Handle($89)
This is a lower profile version of their Super Charging Handle.
https://geissele.com/airborne-charging-handle.html
For comparison with standard version, you can see the photo from Soldier Systems Daily
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/04/30/nraam-2017-airborne-tab-for-geissele-super-charging-handle/
Maritime Bolt Catch($29)
https://geissele.com/maritime-bolt-catch.html
Airborne Tab for Geissele Super Charging Handle($89)
This is a lower profile version of their Super Charging Handle.
https://geissele.com/airborne-charging-handle.html
For comparison with standard version, you can see the photo from Soldier Systems Daily
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/04/30/nraam-2017-airborne-tab-for-geissele-super-charging-handle/
Shattuck "Unique" Hideout Squeeze Pistol
Here is more of some interesting designs from the past
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Monday, May 1, 2017
Most of Cleveland's new gun laws found unconstitutional
On Thursday, Ohio 8th District Court of Appeals found most of new Cleveland's gun laws enacted in 2015 to be unconstitutional. State law prohibits gun laws more strict than the state law.
The two laws that survived are ones regarding transfer of firearms to intoxicated person, and prohibition on leaving a gun where it can be accessed by minors.
http://www.guns.com/2017/04/28/cleveland-gun-regulations-registry-shot-down-by-appeals-court/
From: Guns.com
The two laws that survived are ones regarding transfer of firearms to intoxicated person, and prohibition on leaving a gun where it can be accessed by minors.
http://www.guns.com/2017/04/28/cleveland-gun-regulations-registry-shot-down-by-appeals-court/
From: Guns.com
Magazine capacity ban challenged in California
The Calguns Foundation, the Firearms Policy Coalition, the Firearms Policy Foundation and the Second Amendment Foundation teamed up to file a lawsuit against California over the current 10 round limit. The most current law prohibits grandfathered magazines, and that is the law challenged.
http://www.guns.com/2017/04/29/gun-owners-sue-california-over-large-capacity-magazine-ban/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2017/04/29/gun-owners-sue-california-over-large-capacity-magazine-ban/
From: Guns.com
CMMG Guard
CMMG is coming out with a .45 ACP rifle and pistol. The pistol comes with 8-inch barrel, rifle with 16-inch barrel. Both use Glock 21 magazines
https://www.cmmginc.com/product-category/rifles/45-acp/
Price: MSRP $1299.95 - $1599.95