Ian and Karl looks at this interesting firearm. Knight's Armament has been working on this for a long time and changes has been interesting
From: InRangeTV
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Monday, May 28, 2018
PTRD 41
This anti-tank rifle from Soviet Union features some interesting simplicity as well as production time.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Tuesday, May 22, 2018
Type 1 Russian AK
This is the original AK-47. It ended up getting replaced by AKM due to problems.
EDIT
Russian AK-49 - The Type 2
Ian continues with his AK series. It's interesting to get a detailed look in to AK's development
From: Forgotten Weapons
EDIT
Russian AK-49 - The Type 2
Ian continues with his AK series. It's interesting to get a detailed look in to AK's development
From: Forgotten Weapons
Gun Guys – Ep. 06
Ken Hackthorn and Bill Wilson talk about preferences between full-size and compact-1911s
From: Wilson Combat
From: Wilson Combat
Friday, May 18, 2018
Swiss P75 Army Pistol
This is more or less SIG P220. Ian goes over the development using many prototypes made along the way
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
New US Army rifle qualification explanation video
Circle Dog Productions made a video that depicts how US Army's new qualification course would look like.
It is not finalized, but it should be similar to what is shown in video.
From: Circle Dog Productions via Soldier Systems Daily
It is not finalized, but it should be similar to what is shown in video.
From: Circle Dog Productions via Soldier Systems Daily
Thursday, May 17, 2018
Ken Hackathorn on the M1
Ian interviewed Ken Hackathorn about M1 Carbine. There are some really great information in thsi video that touches on history of the gun as well as how it was received.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
Colt Canada IUR
This rifle was shown on Vickers Guide. It features some interesting things made by Colt Canada(formerly known as Diemaco) to fit customer's need
From: Vickers Tactical
From: Vickers Tactical
CMP 1911 price announced
CMP finally released on the price for the 1911s
Orders will be accepted from Sept. 4, 2018 to Oct. 4, 2018
For more information, you can visit,
http://thecmp.org/cmp_sales/1911-information/
From: CMP
CMP 1911 PRICING:
CMP has priced the 1911 type pistols at fair market value in accordance with CMP’s enabling legislation.
- Service Grade $1050. Pistol may exhibit minor pitting and wear on exterior surfaces and friction surfaces. Grips are complete with no cracks. Pistol is in issuable condition.
- Field Grade $950. Pistol may exhibit minor rust, pitting, and wear on exterior surfaces and friction surfaces. Grips are complete with no cracks. Pistol is in issuable condition.
- Rack Grade $850. Pistol will exhibit rust, pitting, and wear on exterior surfaces and friction surfaces. Grips may be incomplete and exhibit cracks. Pistol requires minor work to return to issuable condition.
- Auction Grade (Sales will to be determined by auctioning the pistol). The condition of the auction pistol will be described when posted for auction.
Note: If you have already purchased a 1911 from CMP you will not be allowed to purchase an auction 1911. If you purchase an auction 1911, your name will be pulled from the sequenced list. No repeat purchasers are allowed until all orders received have been filled.
Orders will be accepted from Sept. 4, 2018 to Oct. 4, 2018
For more information, you can visit,
http://thecmp.org/cmp_sales/1911-information/
From: CMP
NSWC-Crane Mid-Length Gas System Testing
Naval Surface Warface Center-Crane conducted tests to see if Mid-length gas system is better.
Answer: Yes
Muzzle velocity is more or less the same, but velocity at 100 yards show different story.
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/05/14/nswc-crane-carbine-mid-length-gas-system-testing-shows-increased-performance/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
Answer: Yes
Muzzle velocity is more or less the same, but velocity at 100 yards show different story.
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/05/14/nswc-crane-carbine-mid-length-gas-system-testing-shows-increased-performance/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
Friday, May 11, 2018
SIG P365 reviews
There are several reviews for this pistol now.
Small Arms Solutions
Taran Butler
From: Small Arms Solutions, Taran Butler
Thursday, May 10, 2018
Steyr ACR
This rifle was one of attempts by US Army to improve rifles in late 80s, early 90s. This trial is where H&K came out with G11
Idea was to shoot bullets fast in burst mode.
From: Forgotten Weapons
Idea was to shoot bullets fast in burst mode.
From: Forgotten Weapons
Atlas holster by Standard Co
Standard Co has an appendix carry holster that has magazine holder as well.
https://standardcousa.com/products/appendix-inside-the-waistband-concealed-carry-holster
Soldier Systems Daily also has some close up photos.
Price: $129.99
Wednesday, May 9, 2018
RCS Perun LC
Raven Concealment Gear released Perun holsters that can accommodate weapon lights. Currently, these are available for Glock 17, 19, 34, with SureFire X-300U/B light. More models are on the way.
http://rcsgear.com/products.php?product=Perun-OWB-Holster-Glock-with-Surefire-X300U
Price: $49.99
For more photos, you can check out Soldier Systems Daily
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/05/07/raven-concealment-systems-perun-lc-holster/
From: RCS, SSD
Tyrant Designs G43 Extended Magazine Release
Tyrant Designs came out with Glock 43 Extended Magazine release.
https://www.tyrantcnc.com/collections/all-ar15-grips/products/glock-43-extended-magazine-release
Price: $27.95
Sunday, May 6, 2018
Magpul Bipod and new sling
Magpul is coming out with a bipod. It is made with 6061 T-6 aluminum inside of injection-molded polymer.
https://www.magpul.com/products/magpul-bipod-for-m-lok-1913-picatinny-rail-a-r-m-s-17s
Priced at $109.95, this sits between Harris and Atlas bipods.
Rifleman Loop Sling
This sling took features from Rhodesian and 1907 match-style slings.
https://www.magpul.com/products/magpul-rls-sling
Price is $19.95
From: Magpul
SIG Optics Ballistic Data Xchange
This system allows shooting solutions to be transferred over to scope using Bluetooth. Sight in using KILO BDX Rangefinders, then the firing solution will be calculated via app on smartphone, which is then sent to SIERRA3BDX Riflescopes.
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/05/04/sig-optics-unveils-ballistic-data-xchange/
From: Sig Sauer via Soldier Systems Daily
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/05/04/sig-optics-unveils-ballistic-data-xchange/
From: Sig Sauer via Soldier Systems Daily
Saturday, May 5, 2018
LMT M203 37mm Launcher
Brownells is taking pre-orders for LMT M203 37mm Launcher. This is very similar to the 40mm launcher used in military.
https://www.brownells.com/shooting-accessories/duty-gear/safety-amp-warning-equipment/m203-37mm-launcher-prod118458.aspx
Price is $1599. It maybe steep, but it doesn't require Destructive Device paperworks required for the actual 40mm version.
From: Soldier Systems Daily
SureFire XH30
SureFire XH30 emits 1000 lumens with beams in similar fashion as XH35. It is made for their MasterFire holster.
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/05/04/nraam-18-surefire-xh30/
From: Soldier Systems
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/05/04/nraam-18-surefire-xh30/
From: Soldier Systems
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
BCM prototype upper receiver
LAV shows his carbine setup and also shows us prototype BCM upper receiver
From: Vickers Tactical
From: Vickers Tactical
SureFire Field Notes - Kyle Lamb
Kyle Lamb shares his tips on using lights and vehicles in low light conditions
From: SureFire
From: SureFire
H&K USC comes back
H&K is bringing back USC carbine. There is no confirmation on how long this will be offered again, but it will come with 2 ten round magazines.
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/04/30/hk-usc-45/
Link: https://hk-usa.com/hk-models/usc/
From: Soldier Systems
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
Vektor CR21
South Africa built indigenous firearms due to international embargo and this was one of interesting development
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons