Channel: @thefirearmguy
This video introduces the Midwest Industries Bounty Hunter pistol brace, designed for revolvers. The presenter demonstrates its installation on a Ruger GP100, highlighting how it enhances stability for shooting. The brace is made of aluminum, features a cheek rest and side saddle, and is available for various revolver models. The reviewer notes it significantly improves shooting stability compared to offhand shooting.
This video reviews nine different Personal Defense Weapons (PDWs) and Pistol Caliber Carbines (PCCs), providing insights into their features, performance, and pricing. The presenter, with extensive range experience, highlights specific models like the Springfield SAINT Victor PDW, Bersa BAR 9, CMMG Banshee MK57, Extar EP9 Gen 2, Ruger PC Charger, Springfield Cuna, Diamondback DBX 57, Extar EP45, and the Meta Tactical MX1 kit. The review offers a comparative look at barrel lengths, calibers, magazine compatibility, brace options, and MSRPs, aiding viewers in making informed choices within the PDW category.
This video reviews a used Smith & Wesson 6904 handgun purchased for $150. The presenter, despite initial unfamiliarity with the model, highlights its compact size (3.5-inch barrel) suitable for CCW, its aluminum frame and blued slide, and a notably short trigger reset. The firearm is identified as a 1991 production model, likely a police trade-in, exhibiting significant holster wear but possessing good character. The presenter compares its trigger reset favorably to other firearms and discusses its value proposition.
The Springfield Saint Victor PDW is a compact 9mm firearm praised for its performance and maneuverability. Key features include a tungsten gray Cerakote finish, an SB Tactical HB PDW brace offering excellent stability and cheek weld, and Colt pattern magazines. The firearm is equipped with a free-float handguard with M-LOK slots, a 5.5-inch barrel, and a muzzle drum that directs gas forward, though it can be removed for suppressor use with its 1/2x28 threads. It also boasts an ambidextrous 45-degree selector, a B5 Systems grip, and a flat-face trigger with a short reset. The reviewer finds it to be a favorite among similar-sized 9mm firearms for its compact nature, making it suitable for home defense.
This video provides a head-to-head comparison of the Girsan CMXX and MAC 9 DS Comp handguns. Both are 4.25-inch barrel, double-stack 1911 style pistols chambered in 9mm. The MAC 9 DS Comp features a steel frame and a 70-series trigger without a firing pin block, while the Girsan CMXX has an aluminum frame and includes a firing pin block safety. The reviewer notes differences in grip texturing, optic mounting systems, and compensator designs, ultimately recommending both but leaning towards the Girsan CMXX for its perceived confidence-inspiring ergonomics.
This video reviews eight reliable and affordable handguns suitable for Everyday Carry (EDC) under $350. The instructor highlights key features, price points, and personal experiences with each firearm, emphasizing value and performance for budget-conscious buyers. Recommendations include the Stoeger STR 9C, PSA Dagger Micro, Kahr CW9, Ruger Security 380, Taurus GX4 XL, CZ P10S, Bersa BP9CC, and Taurus G2C.
After three months of testing, the reviewer finds the HK CC9's ergos and dry-fire trigger to be excellent, with the optic sitting low due to its direct mount. However, the shooting experience is hampered by a significant recoil impulse and a stiff, ambidextrous magazine release. While the reviewer is still working to improve their shooting with the platform, they do not envision carrying it.
The video discusses the current state of ammunition availability, differentiating between a true shortage and panic buying. It highlights that while some limitations exist for popular calibers like 9mm and 5.56, the situation is not as severe as past shortages. The primary driver for potential price increases and limited availability is identified as the high demand for copper by data centers, coupled with past import restrictions on Russian ammunition.
This video discusses several discontinued handguns that have become difficult to find, including the CZ 2075 Rami, CZ 97 BD, and Ruger American Compact 45 Gray. The primary focus is on the Mossberg MC2 Subcompact, a double-stack 9mm pistol praised for its optics readiness and magazine capacity, which was surprisingly discontinued after only four years. The speaker notes that Mossberg, traditionally a rifle and shotgun manufacturer, entered the handgun market with these models but ultimately returned to its core products.
This video details a comprehensive upgrade process for a WASR-10 AKM, transforming it from a basic rifle into a more user-friendly and capable platform. Key modifications include a Midwest Industries Alpha Series stock, top cover, and handguard for improved ergonomics and optic mounting, a Vidian MDS35 optic with a Sightmark magnifier for enhanced targeting, and a Precision Armament Ti-Raptor suppressor for reduced recoil and noise. The presenter emphasizes functionality over mere aesthetics, aiming to bring the rifle to its 'fullest potential'.
This video details Taurus's evolution from a company known for reliability and safety issues to a popular manufacturer of affordable handguns. It highlights key models like the PT Millennium G2, G2C, G3 series, and GX4, tracing their development and market reception. The speaker notes that while past issues persist in some minds, Taurus has significantly improved its offerings, making them desirable for budget-conscious buyers.
This review of the Rost Martin RM1S subcompact handgun highlights its features, price point, and initial range performance. The presenter found the RM1S to be a feature-rich option for its price, noting its compatibility with A-Rex Delta magazines and the included Vidian RFX11 optic. Initial reliability tests were positive, suggesting it's a strong contender in the subcompact market.