Channel: @louisianafirearms
Louisiana Firearms hosts Wes and Gabe evaluate four firearm platforms for truck gun suitability: an AR-style rifle, an MP5 (PCC), a Flux Raider (Glock chassis), and a Glock 17 pistol. They assess maneuverability, deployment speed, and concealment within a vehicle, concluding that compact platforms like the MP5 and Glock 17 offer superior advantages for immediate in-vehicle defense compared to longer rifles.
This guide, informed by an experienced firearms instructor, details the advantages of 2011-style pistols for competition, emphasizing durability, speed, and accuracy. It specifically addresses the optimal 9mm ammunition choice for competitive shooting, recommending 124-grain projectiles as the best balance for recoil and accuracy, crucial for disciplines like USPSA and bullseye shooting.
This video from Louisiana Firearms provides an expert assessment of a 2011-style pistol's ergonomics and out-of-the-box trigger performance. The instructor highlights the pistol's balanced weight, making it suitable for medium to small hands and reducing wrist strain during single-hand shooting in competition. The trigger pull is praised for being a crisp 2.5-3 pounds without needing immediate modification, a significant advantage for competitive shooters.
This video from Louisiana Firearms demonstrates critical gun store etiquette violations. A customer mishandles their concealed firearm by drawing it and dry firing it inside the store, then proceeds to open and manipulate a product without proper safety. The instructor highlights these unsafe practices and contrasts them with proper customer and firearm handling.
This video highlights a common misconception in firearm selection, where a customer's practical needs for Close Quarters Battle (CQB) are dismissed in favor of theoretical 'optimal powder burn' by a store employee. The customer, seeking a rifle with a 10.3-10.5 inch barrel for maneuverability, is instead pushed towards a 20-inch AR-15. The interaction underscores the importance of understanding a user's intended application when recommending firearms.
This video provides an expert-level comparison of what constitutes a 'good' versus a 'bad' rifle, focusing on manufacturing quality and performance. The instructor, demonstrating significant expertise, highlights the critical role of tolerances, particularly the fit between upper and lower receivers, and material choices like billet aluminum over cast parts. Live fire demonstrations of the HK MR556 showcase its reliability with various ammunition types and its smooth shooting characteristics, even with a suppressor.
This review of the Kimber 2K11 highlights its suitability for competition shooting, particularly USPSA and bullseye styles. The pistol features a semi-aggressive grip, a crisp 2.5-3 pound trigger with a short reset, and a robust build capable of handling 1000-1500 rounds without cleaning. Its weight and recoil management system contribute to fast follow-up shots and positive sight tracking, making it a durable and accurate option.
This 'Full Size Friday' episode from Louisiana Firearms showcases several popular handguns and their EDC (Everyday Carry) configurations. The discussion highlights various aftermarket accessories, including optics like the RCR, weapon lights such as the SureFire X300 Turbo, and performance enhancements like Timney Alpha triggers and Ramjet compensators. The segment also features a humorous inclusion of an FN M249 SAW, emphasizing the 'full size' theme.
This video highlights a common scenario where a customer's perceived firearm needs don't align with their actual intended use. The instructor demonstrates how to present suitable alternatives and guide the customer towards a more practical choice, emphasizing the importance of understanding the 'why' behind a purchase. The demonstration involves showcasing an HK SP5 and a large thermal scope, while the customer initially requested an MP5 for hunting rabbits and cats.
This video outlines a friendly competition between Blair and Nathan Drum of Louisiana Firearms, featuring three distinct shooting stages. The competition emphasizes speed, accuracy, and tactical reloading under pressure, with penalties for missed shots and a unique consequence for the loser. The event showcases different optic preferences, with Blair using an SRO and Nathan opting for an RCR.
This video offers a behind-the-scenes look at SHOT Show 2026, from arrival in luxury vehicles to exploring the range day and exhibit hall. It highlights interactions with industry leaders, showcases high-end firearms and gear from brands like Staccato, Radian, Aimpoint, LMT Defense, and Shadow Systems, and touches on the social aspects of the event. The content provides a glimpse into the latest in firearms technology and industry trends.
This video provides an energetic overview of SHOT Show 2026 in Las Vegas, highlighting key industry brands and new products. The Louisiana Firearms team covers both the Range Day and the main show floor, showcasing a wide array of firearms, optics, and tactical equipment. The content also touches on notable industry figures and the after-hours atmosphere of Las Vegas.
