TWANGnBANG posted his quick review of the AMG UH-1 holographic sight
Seems like the sight can be a great value for most casual shooters. For those who don't like 1/3 cowitness, sorry.
Also, if you are wondering why the dot looks wierd, you might have astigmatism. To figure out if you do or not, TWANGnBANG shares a quick way to check using the red dot sight
From: TWANGnBANG
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Monday, July 31, 2017
Sunday, July 30, 2017
The Breda Modello 30
Here's the weapon with a really bad mechanics and reputation.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Vltor AK47 / 74 Full Size Rail
Robski shares his opinion about Vltor's rail system for AK
From: AK Operator's Union 47-74
From: AK Operator's Union 47-74
Saturday, July 29, 2017
Magpul Gen M3 MCT PMAG review
MrGunsnGear looks at the magazine adopted by the USMC
If you want to see the test results in the video, TFB has it.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/07/21/us-armys-new-magazine-failure-usmc-test-enhanced-performance-magazine-shows-performed-worse-predecessor-pmag/
From: MrGunsnGear, The Firearm Blog
If you want to see the test results in the video, TFB has it.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/07/21/us-armys-new-magazine-failure-usmc-test-enhanced-performance-magazine-shows-performed-worse-predecessor-pmag/
From: MrGunsnGear, The Firearm Blog
Small Arms in Modern Conflict Zones
Ian from Forgotten Weapons runs a Q&A with ARES(Armament Research Services)'s Nic Jenzen-Jones regarding firearms in conflict zones. The video is 1 hr long, but is very interesting look into what is going on in front lines.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Friday, July 28, 2017
MAC's Prairie dog hunting
MAC went to a prairie dog hunting and shows some new stuff that is coming out including new guns and accesory.
Yes, there are prairie dogs getting killed.
From; Military Arms Channel
Yes, there are prairie dogs getting killed.
From; Military Arms Channel
Honey Badger Stocks for AR tease
Q posted a teaser of their AR version of Homey Badger stock
https://www.instagram.com/p/BW8VoPzHO7e/
From: Q via Soldier Systems Daily
https://www.instagram.com/p/BW8VoPzHO7e/
From: Q via Soldier Systems Daily
Thursday, July 27, 2017
Finland gun fun
Ian and Karl shared footage of various Finnish guns on the range
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Some AKs and their round counts
Robski of AK Operators Union 47-74 posted updates on his WASR 10. It is now over 10,000 rounds.
Another AK, this time owned by Rife Dynamics's Jim Fuller, is now put on retired status after shooting over 100,000 rounds. It had several springs changed.
http://www.guns.com/2017/07/24/this-ak-has-burped-out-100k-rounds-and-has-earned-retirement-photos/
From: AKOU 47-74, Guns.com
Another AK, this time owned by Rife Dynamics's Jim Fuller, is now put on retired status after shooting over 100,000 rounds. It had several springs changed.
http://www.guns.com/2017/07/24/this-ak-has-burped-out-100k-rounds-and-has-earned-retirement-photos/
From: AKOU 47-74, Guns.com
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Sig 716 Gen 2 Patrol Rifle Review
Chris Bartocci goes over the latest SIG rifle. There are some technical points that is interesting compared to other offerings on the market.
From: Chris Bartocci
From: Chris Bartocci
Fostech ECHO Trigger Gen 2
The new Fostech ECHO Trigger is now capable of using bolts available commercially.
From: Iraqveteran8888
From: Iraqveteran8888
Bosnia & Herzegovina TRB RS 9
The Firearm Blog has some pictures of new pistol from TRB company, based in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The gun is thought to be based on Sig P226
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/07/24/partner-2017-bosnia-herzegovina-trb-rs-9/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/07/24/partner-2017-bosnia-herzegovina-trb-rs-9/
From: The Firearm Blog
Tuesday, July 25, 2017
Armatix iP1 hacked
Armatix iP1, the pistol tauted as the Smart Gun got hacked.
Some hacks use expoiting the frequency used by the gun, while the other one uses a simple magnet to neutralize safety feature.
From: WIRED
Some hacks use expoiting the frequency used by the gun, while the other one uses a simple magnet to neutralize safety feature.
From: WIRED
DD WAVE
Daniel Defense made WAVE suppressor using 3d printing. This eliminated needs for welds.
Price ranges from $986 to $1,157
From: Daniel Defense
Price ranges from $986 to $1,157
From: Daniel Defense
W+F Bern P43
Ian looks at Hi-Powers that were tested by Switzerland while they tried to move away from Lugers.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Monday, July 24, 2017
Navy Railgun firing multiple shots
US Navy's Rail gun shot multiple shots in a test.
From: US Navy Research
From: US Navy Research
Kimber's new revolvers
Kimber is releasing 3 more models of their revolvers.
K6s Stainless 3-inch($899)
http://www.kimberamerica.com/k6s-stainless-3
As the name suggest, it has a 3 inch barrel.
K6s DC (Deep Cover)($1,155)
http://www.kimberamerica.com/k6s-dc
This version features tritium 3-dot night sigts, with 2 inch barrel
K6s CDP (Custom Defense Package)($1,155)
http://www.kimberamerica.com/k6s-cdp
K6s Stainless 3-inch($899)
http://www.kimberamerica.com/k6s-stainless-3
As the name suggest, it has a 3 inch barrel.
K6s DC (Deep Cover)($1,155)
http://www.kimberamerica.com/k6s-dc
This version features tritium 3-dot night sigts, with 2 inch barrel
K6s CDP (Custom Defense Package)($1,155)
http://www.kimberamerica.com/k6s-cdp
Sunday, July 23, 2017
SilencerCo Omega 9SD
SilencerCo is coming out with updated version of H&K's MP5SD called 9SD. It is shorter, lighter, and quieter.
MSRP is $1180
MSRP is $1180
SureFire Field Notes - Michael Voigt
Michael Voigt shares his wisdom on how to shoot better with pistol. It's a bit longer than other Field Notes series, but for those seeking improvement in mechanics of shooting, it's definitely worth the time.
1:07 Sight alignments
3:30 Trigger control
5:00 "Early instead of fast"
6:37 Summary
From: SureFire
1:07 Sight alignments
3:30 Trigger control
5:00 "Early instead of fast"
6:37 Summary
From: SureFire
Saturday, July 22, 2017
PSA upper meltdown
Iraqveteran8888 decided to see how many rounds PSA upper can take
It will be interesting to know which upper it is. There are PTAC uppers and PSA uppers.
From: Iraqveteran8888
It will be interesting to know which upper it is. There are PTAC uppers and PSA uppers.
From: Iraqveteran8888
HIVIZ Luminous LitePipes
HIVIZ makes a nice hybrid of glow-in-the-dark light mixed with fiber optic sights. The glow-in-the-dark material is embedded within the fiber optic, so when left out in light such as flashlight, it will be charged.
They come in Long and short pipes
Long: http://www.hivizsights.com/product/luminous-litepipe-kit-long/
Short: http://www.hivizsights.com/product/luminous-litepipe-kit-short/
LLHSW-KIT – Short LitePipe Kit: 1 – White (Front); 2 – White (Rear)
LLHSG-KIT – Short LitePipe Kit: 1 – Green (Front); 2 – Green (Rear)
LLHSR-KIT – Short LitePipe Kit: 1 – Green (Front); 2 – Red (Rear)
LLHLW-KIT – Long LitePipe Kit: 1 – White (Front); 2 – White (Rear)
LLHLG-KIT – Long LitePipe Kit: 1 – Green (Front); 2 – Green (Rear)
LLHLR-KIT – Long LitePipe Kit: 1 – Green (Front); 2 – Red (Rear)
Price is $21.95
From: HIVIZ
Friday, July 21, 2017
Finnish LS-26 and Soviet DP-28
Ian and Karl shows the LMGs used in the Winter War
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Ernest Hemingway
Ernest Hemingway was born on July 21, 1899. He worked as a journalist during the Spanish Civil War as well as being on the ship near Normandy during the D-Day.
While being a great novelist, he was also fond of hunting. His gun collection has been documented in the book.
Hemingway's Guns- The Sporting Arms of Ernest Hemingway
by Roger Sanger, Silvio Calabi, and Steve Helsley
American Rifleman has an article from Feb. 2017
https://www.americanrifleman.org/articles/2017/2/24/hemingways-guns/
Photo of Hemingway from famous photographer R Capa during he Spanish Civil War
There are quite a few photos of him with guns
Unfortunately, Hemingway museum in Key West is closing at the end of year.
http://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/travel-guide/a10325809/hemingway-museum-to-close/
While being a great novelist, he was also fond of hunting. His gun collection has been documented in the book.
Hemingway's Guns- The Sporting Arms of Ernest Hemingway
by Roger Sanger, Silvio Calabi, and Steve Helsley
American Rifleman has an article from Feb. 2017
https://www.americanrifleman.org/articles/2017/2/24/hemingways-guns/
Photo of Hemingway from famous photographer R Capa during he Spanish Civil War
There are quite a few photos of him with guns
Unfortunately, Hemingway museum in Key West is closing at the end of year.
http://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/travel-guide/a10325809/hemingway-museum-to-close/
Thursday, July 20, 2017
SACM Mle M1935A handgun
Guns.com has a nice artivle on French M1835A handgun in 7.65mm Longue. It covers the background, adaptation, and end of service.
http://www.guns.com/review/historic-arms-sacm-mle-m1935a-handgun-in-7-65mm-longue/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/review/historic-arms-sacm-mle-m1935a-handgun-in-7-65mm-longue/
From: Guns.com
Mean Gene Leather review
The Firearm Blog's Rusty S reviewed the "Burrito: Mag Pouch.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/07/17/review-mene-gene-leather-burrito-mag-pouch-can-handle-pistol-magazine/
This was developed by Gene Higdon, who was the founder of High Speed Gear and made TACO. He got back in to leather roots.
http://www.meangeneleather.com/shop/the-mgl-burrito-magazine-pouch-patent-pending/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/07/17/review-mene-gene-leather-burrito-mag-pouch-can-handle-pistol-magazine/
This was developed by Gene Higdon, who was the founder of High Speed Gear and made TACO. He got back in to leather roots.
http://www.meangeneleather.com/shop/the-mgl-burrito-magazine-pouch-patent-pending/
From: The Firearm Blog
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
B&T VP9 Silenced Pistol
Ian breaks away from older arms and looks at B&T's VP9 pistol
This pistol was made for veterians to dispatch animals.
Of course, Ian compares it with Welrod pistol from WW2.
From: Forgotten Weapons
This pistol was made for veterians to dispatch animals.
Of course, Ian compares it with Welrod pistol from WW2.
From: Forgotten Weapons
Magpul PMAG 30 AR 300 B Gen M3 for .300 BLK
Magpul decided to make a dedicated .300 BLK magazines to address some problems.
Link: https://www.magpul.com/products/pmag-30-ar-300-b-gen-m3-300-blk
Price: $15.95
From: Magpul
Link: https://www.magpul.com/products/pmag-30-ar-300-b-gen-m3-300-blk
Price: $15.95
From: Magpul
Weaver Premium MSR Mount
Weaver is making the mounts for 34mm, 30mm, and 1 inch options. Made with 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum.
Price is $119.95 for 1 inch and 30mm mount, $129.95 for 34mm
http://www.weaveroptics.com/rings_bases/tactical/premium_msr_mount/
From: Weaver
Monday, July 17, 2017
History of the FR-F1 and FR-F2 Sniper Rifles
Ian interviews Henri Canaple who has extensive experience with FR-F1 and F@ rifles.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Sunday, July 16, 2017
Modele 1890 Berthier Cavalry Carbine
Ian shows us a rare unchanged Cavalry version of the rifle
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
USMC approved magazines
Gunner Wade goes over which magazines are currently allowed in the Marines.
Approved: GEN M3 windowed polymer PMAG, GI mags with green tan or blue(training only) followers
Not approved: 20 round magazines, legacy GI magazines, older PMAGs, Quadstack magazines, and anyother non-approved magazines.
Currently through testing: 40 round polymer magazines and D60
Approved: GEN M3 windowed polymer PMAG, GI mags with green tan or blue(training only) followers
Not approved: 20 round magazines, legacy GI magazines, older PMAGs, Quadstack magazines, and anyother non-approved magazines.
Currently through testing: 40 round polymer magazines and D60
Saturday, July 15, 2017
FirstSpear MultiMag
FirstSpear is coming out with a magazine pouch that can fit multiple types of magazine just by adjusting the know at the bottom of pouch.
http://www.first-spear.com/product.php?productid=18013&cat=252&page=1
Pre-order price is $48.85 for most colors except Multicam($50.85)
From: FirstSpear via Soldier Systems Daily
World's largest Super Soaker
Here's something to make you summer fun. A really really beefed up Super Soaker
Here's the how to make video
From: Mark Rober, Bob
Here's the how to make video
From: Mark Rober, Bob
Friday, July 14, 2017
Finnish KvKK 62
This Light Machingun was used by Finland military before they were replaced by PKM
It has similar deisgn as Czech ZB-26 and BREN.
From: Forgotten Weapons
It has similar deisgn as Czech ZB-26 and BREN.
From: Forgotten Weapons
Shotgun shell made of old military buttons
TAOFLEDERMAUS tests how effective a shotshell made of old style military buttons are.
From: TAOFLEDERMAUS
From: TAOFLEDERMAUS
NFA Guide for AR15s
If you want a graphical help with what is allowed and not in NFA firearms, here's a help. Please keep in mind that this was made in June of 2016, so 11 is a bit out of date.
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/07/12/nfa-guide-for-ar15s/
From: ATF vis Soldier Systems Daily
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/07/12/nfa-guide-for-ar15s/
From: ATF vis Soldier Systems Daily
Thursday, July 13, 2017
British EM-2
This was the rifle that was adopted for a brief time before the NATO standardization got in the way.
You can read more about it from ARES blog
http://armamentresearch.com/british-janson-e-m-2-automatic-rifle/
From: Forgotten Weapons
You can read more about it from ARES blog
http://armamentresearch.com/british-janson-e-m-2-automatic-rifle/
From: Forgotten Weapons
Oplot pistol from Donetsk
The Firearm Blog has an article on this pistol made from Donetsk region.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/07/11/new-pistol-called-oplot-made-donetsk-peoples-republic/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/07/11/new-pistol-called-oplot-made-donetsk-peoples-republic/
From: The Firearm Blog
How to make a gelatin block
Guns.com shares the steps you need to make a gelatin block for your personal ballistics testing
http://www.guns.com/2017/07/07/your-friendly-guide-to-making-cool-looking-ballistics-gelatin-blocks/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2017/07/07/your-friendly-guide-to-making-cool-looking-ballistics-gelatin-blocks/
From: Guns.com
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Suppressor meltdown
West Coast Armory tested how many rounds would be needed to destroy a suppressor.
700 rounds.
From: West Coast Armory
700 rounds.
From: West Coast Armory
New calibers, the fight to come
Soldier Systems Daily posted an article discussing what the new small arms caliber for US military could be and some factors to consider.
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/07/10/new-calibers-the-fight-to-come-by-frank-plumb/
It is a long read, but gives a good idea on the pros and cons of some rounds
From: Soldier Systems Daily
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/07/10/new-calibers-the-fight-to-come-by-frank-plumb/
It is a long read, but gives a good idea on the pros and cons of some rounds
From: Soldier Systems Daily
Tuesday, July 11, 2017
1895 Daudeteau Indochina Trials Carbine
Ian shows another carbine that was competing in trials in late 19th century
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
1000 rounds through SIG Sauer P320
MAC decided to shoot 1000 rounds continuously through the Sig Sauer P320
From: Military Arms Channel
From: Military Arms Channel
FN 509 magazine promotion
FN is giving three FN 509 magazines to anyone who buys the gun until August 31st. Consumers in restricted states will be getting 10 round magazines.
You can claim it on the website,
http://www.rapid-rebates.com/FN/freegearpromo
From: FN USA
Monday, July 10, 2017
Savage B22 FV-SR
TWANGnBANG reviews another nice rifle from Savage Arms. There is comparison between this and Mark II
Make sure you watch the quality time spent with his daughter who ends up shooting very well. Around 8:00
http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/model/B22FVSR
From: TWANGnBANG
Make sure you watch the quality time spent with his daughter who ends up shooting very well. Around 8:00
http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/model/B22FVSR
From: TWANGnBANG
Sunday, July 9, 2017
Getting good eye relief with 4x Trijicon ACOG
MrGunsnGear shares his tip on how to get a good eye-relief for 4x ACOG.
From: MrGunsnGear
From: MrGunsnGear
WW1 Rifle Mud Covers: Lebel & Gewehr 98
Ian goes over the mud covers from WW1 bolt action rifles.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Saturday, July 8, 2017
Thorpe EM-1
Here is an example of over-engineered design. It was a nice try but was too complex
From; Forgotten Weapons
From; Forgotten Weapons
Air Armor Tech gun case
This gun case uses air bladder to provide additional protection for guns.
https://airarmortech.com/product-category/inflatable-gun-cases/
Price ranges from $499(mid-length) to $549(long gun case)
From: Air Armor Tech via Guns.com
Friday, July 7, 2017
Colt Cobra
hickok45 looks at the revolver from Colt
This revolver was definitely an interesting re-entry in to civilian market by Colt.
From: hickok45
This revolver was definitely an interesting re-entry in to civilian market by Colt.
From: hickok45
Danish WW2 resistance cache
Danish police posted photos of recent turn ins, most likely from cache of the WW2 resistance movement
https://twitter.com/SjylPoliti/status/880434305394192384
https://twitter.com/SjylPoliti/status/880433993870659584
https://twitter.com/SjylPoliti/status/880433699443093509
https://twitter.com/SjylPoliti/status/880408678486200320
https://twitter.com/SjylPoliti/status/880434305394192384
https://twitter.com/SjylPoliti/status/880433993870659584
https://twitter.com/SjylPoliti/status/880433699443093509
https://twitter.com/SjylPoliti/status/880408678486200320
KDG Optics Hub
This outer shell allows observers to attach range finders, red dot sights, and other accessories to improve observer's capability. It has M-LOK slots and 1/4"-20 standard camera-sized threaded inserts for easy attachment
https://kineticdg.com/product/the-optics-hub/
Price: $179
From: KDG via Soldier Systems Daily
Thursday, July 6, 2017
Sig Sauer MCX Virtus
SIG is releasing new rifle chambered in 5.56mm or .300 BLK that is user configurable
https://www.sigsauer.com/store/sig-mcx-virtus-patrol.html
Price is $2,233
It will also come in pistol version with 11.5-inch 5.56mm or 9-inch .300 BLK barrel.
https://www.sigsauer.com/store/sig-mcx-virtus-pistol.html
Price will be $2,335
There will be SBR variant priced at $2,341
https://www.sigsauer.com/store/sig-mcx-virtus-sbr.html
From: Sig Sauer
Prototype Winchester WW1 .50 Cal Antitank rifle
During WW1, there were needs to defeat tanks which showed up on the field in that war. Winchester definitely didn't shy away from the need
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
AOBC buys Gemtech
AOBC, the parent company of Smith & Wesson announced acquisition of GEMTECH.
http://www.guns.com/2017/07/05/smith-wesson-acquires-silencer-maker-gemtech/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2017/07/05/smith-wesson-acquires-silencer-maker-gemtech/
From: Guns.com
Tuesday, July 4, 2017
S&W Summer Savings promotion
S&W is offering a promotion for M&P pistols purchased between 7/1 and 9/30. The promotion gives two magazines, two boxes of Hornady Critical Defense, and a Caldwell Mag Charger Universal Pistol Loader.
For buyers in states with magazine capacity or ammunition transfer restrictions, S&W will offer $75 mail-in cash rebate.
https://www.smith-wesson.com/perfect-summer-hideaway-rebate
For buyers in states with magazine capacity or ammunition transfer restrictions, S&W will offer $75 mail-in cash rebate.
https://www.smith-wesson.com/perfect-summer-hideaway-rebate
Geissele MCX triggers available
Geissele announced that they are now selling MCX triggers. It is called Super MCX SSA. 4.5 lbs pull with two-stage trigger.
https://geissele.com/super-mxc-ssa-trigger.html
Price: $260
From: Geissele
Monday, July 3, 2017
H&K's Summer Magazinepalooza
H&K is offering 4 magazines with the purchase of a new P30 or full-sized VP series.
The offer runs until 9/30 and paperwork needs to be files by 10/31 through their website below
http://hk-usa.com/freemagazines/
From: H&K
The offer runs until 9/30 and paperwork needs to be files by 10/31 through their website below
http://hk-usa.com/freemagazines/
From: H&K
MultiCam Black webbing for Vickers Sling
Blue Force Gear added MultiCam Black webbing for Vickers Sling in their Custom Sling Builder
https://www.blueforcegear.com/custom-sling-builder
Price is around $50
From: Blue Force Gear
Portuguese m1904/39
Iraqveteran8888 talks bout this rifle that has some similarities to Mausers but with significant differences.
From: Iraqveteran8888
From: Iraqveteran8888
Sunday, July 2, 2017
Setting up home defense AKs
MrGunsnGear shares his tip on how to have an effective AK for defense
From: MrGunsnGear
From: MrGunsnGear
Classic Galil and IWI Galil ACE
MAC goes over the two versions, the classic and the new (and improved) Galil ACE
From: Military Arms Channel
From: Military Arms Channel
Saturday, July 1, 2017
Glock vs Sig as MHS program saw it
The recent decision by US Army to get Sig P320 as M17 pistol caused quite a bit of controversy. As with any large government procurement, there were objections and protests, notably from Glock.
Government Accountability Office decided to reject Glock's protest and posted the decision.
https://www.gao.gov/assets/690/685461.pdf
In short, SIG P320 was selected mostly due to the fact that it was way more cheaper. But it wasn't just about the price of the gun, it was about the cost associated with licensing.
Let's take a look at the evaluation. There were 9 factors.
1. Technical(including initial reliability, system accuracy isolated, characteristics of the projectiles, ergonomics)
2. Other(acceptance, initial reliablity)
3. Written Technical
4. License rights ammunition
5. License rights handgun & accessories
6. Production/Manufacturing
7. Price
8. Past performance
9. Small Business Participation
Among these factors, only Factors 1 and 2 were about the gun itself.
Looking at the Factor 1, both Glock and SIG were neck-to-neck, except on ergonomics. Glock's ergonomics has been a point of contention for some and it seems like this again rear its ugly head. In initial phase(Factor 2, subfactor 1), Glock did receive better acceptance.
In rest of factors, you can see that SIG's offering was substantially better than Glock's. In fact, the price difference is the biggest reason why SIG won.
This is funny considering that SIG lost to Beretta in XM9 trial. Beretta outbid SIG by a small margin in cost at the time.
In the protest, Glock noted that the price was miscalculated, which was true but not grave enough to sway to numbers in Glock's favor. Glock also had higher fee for licensing and ammunition supply, including blank rounds.
An interesting point was the part about second phase(section H) of the MHS trial. The program was supposed to down-select at the initial phase(section M), then use slightly different testing in the second phase.
Glock's protest was that the program was incomplete since phase 2 was not done. However, GAO noted that just because the first phase was going to choose up to 3 doesn't mean that the whole trial has to have more than just 1 selection.
The criteria in the second phase maybe could have made difference for Glock, but it's now going to be unknown.
In the end it came down to the fact that both guns performed well enough, and SIG had better price.
For average shooter, it means it really comes down to personal preference. An Average shooter doesn't have to worry about cost of having a large stock pile of parts and support.
The photo of the Glock's MHS entry is now out. It looks like Gen5-ish fram with Glock 17 length grip and ambidextrous safety added.
Government Accountability Office decided to reject Glock's protest and posted the decision.
https://www.gao.gov/assets/690/685461.pdf
In short, SIG P320 was selected mostly due to the fact that it was way more cheaper. But it wasn't just about the price of the gun, it was about the cost associated with licensing.
Let's take a look at the evaluation. There were 9 factors.
1. Technical(including initial reliability, system accuracy isolated, characteristics of the projectiles, ergonomics)
2. Other(acceptance, initial reliablity)
3. Written Technical
4. License rights ammunition
5. License rights handgun & accessories
6. Production/Manufacturing
7. Price
8. Past performance
9. Small Business Participation
Among these factors, only Factors 1 and 2 were about the gun itself.
Looking at the Factor 1, both Glock and SIG were neck-to-neck, except on ergonomics. Glock's ergonomics has been a point of contention for some and it seems like this again rear its ugly head. In initial phase(Factor 2, subfactor 1), Glock did receive better acceptance.
In rest of factors, you can see that SIG's offering was substantially better than Glock's. In fact, the price difference is the biggest reason why SIG won.
This is funny considering that SIG lost to Beretta in XM9 trial. Beretta outbid SIG by a small margin in cost at the time.
In the protest, Glock noted that the price was miscalculated, which was true but not grave enough to sway to numbers in Glock's favor. Glock also had higher fee for licensing and ammunition supply, including blank rounds.
An interesting point was the part about second phase(section H) of the MHS trial. The program was supposed to down-select at the initial phase(section M), then use slightly different testing in the second phase.
Glock's protest was that the program was incomplete since phase 2 was not done. However, GAO noted that just because the first phase was going to choose up to 3 doesn't mean that the whole trial has to have more than just 1 selection.
The criteria in the second phase maybe could have made difference for Glock, but it's now going to be unknown.
In the end it came down to the fact that both guns performed well enough, and SIG had better price.
For average shooter, it means it really comes down to personal preference. An Average shooter doesn't have to worry about cost of having a large stock pile of parts and support.
The photo of the Glock's MHS entry is now out. It looks like Gen5-ish fram with Glock 17 length grip and ambidextrous safety added.
Gunpowder art
Danny Shervin makes art using gunpowder. Here is a 60 seconds video on him
From: 60 second docs via guns.com
From: 60 second docs via guns.com
NeoStead 2000
South Africa had a rather isolated development and a lot of interesting guns came out of that time. This shotgun is one of such work
http://www.guns.com/2017/06/24/neostead-2000-south-african-scattergun/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2017/06/24/neostead-2000-south-african-scattergun/
From: Guns.com