Videos tagged with AAC Ammunition

This video details a 1000+ round burndown test of the Sig Sauer P211 GTO handgun, conducted by the Trench Grenade channel. The test aimed to assess the pistol's reliability and durability, especially after a previous failure. The presenter emphasizes transparent, crowdfunded testing, free from manufacturer bias. The P211 GTO demonstrated significant improvement in its second test, performing well with both Sig Sauer and AAC ammunition, despite initial malfunctions and extreme heat.

This report details the growing ammunition crisis in the United States, driven by increased wartime demand, constrained components, and the loss of import pressure. The closure of AAC Ammunition serves as a warning signal for tightening availability and rising prices on common calibers like 9mm and 5.56. The video advises proactive preparedness, recommending training and building a buffer of ammunition.

This video reviews the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) Dagger, addressing common concerns about the brand's reliability. The host, an experienced reviewer, shares his positive personal experience with the Dagger and a PSA AR-15, highlighting PSA's business model focused on affordability and customer satisfaction. He notes that while past issues with brands like AAC existed, PSA is known for quickly resolving problems.

The video discusses the disappearance of AAC (America's Ammunition Company) ammunition from the commercial market, attributing it to large-scale government ammunition shipments to Ukraine and Israel. The speaker, a firearms instructor with extensive testing experience, highlights AAC's value for affordable training and defense ammunition. The scarcity is linked to a lack of components like powder and primers, which are allegedly being diverted for military use, potentially leading to panic buying and further market instability.

AAC is temporarily halting ammunition production due to a powder shortage, with their primary supplier prioritizing military contracts. They are seeking alternative powder sources but anticipate a production pause of up to a year. This situation highlights broader market concerns stemming from global conflicts and the reliance on overseas nitrocellulose production.

This review of the Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum (8-shot snub nose) highlights its robust build, impressive accuracy, and suitability for personal defense and as a collectible range firearm. The presenter emphasizes its overbuilt nature, making it heavy but manageable for recoil absorption, and praises its fit and finish. While acknowledging its weight makes it less ideal for concealed carry, its eight-round capacity and .357 Magnum chambering offer significant defensive potential.

This video demonstrates the practical accuracy of the LMT MRGG-A rifle, a SOCOM contract winner, engaging targets out to 1000 yards. The review highlights the rifle's performance with 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition, its maneuverability, and the ease of barrel exchange. Despite a few minor hiccups, the rifle proves to be a highly capable and accurate platform for extended range engagements.

This review of the Griffin Armament MK2 PSD 9.5" 300 Blackout Pistol highlights its impressive quality, craftsmanship, and innovative features. The reviewer praises the Dual Lock muzzle system, the 416R stainless steel barrel, the fully ambidextrous lower receiver, and the 'Snatch' charging handle. The pistol demonstrated excellent reliability with various 300 Blackout ammunition types, both suppressed and unsuppressed, making it a strong contender in its price range.

This video compares the accuracy and velocity of 77-grain Open Tip Match (OTM) ammunition from AAC, Phantom Defense, and IMI, tested in both 16-inch and 11.5-inch AR-15 barrels. The presenter also briefly touches on 55-grain ammunition for comparison. The testing focuses on group size and muzzle velocity, providing data points for each ammunition type across different barrel lengths.

This review of the Hi-Point 995P pistol highlights its affordable price point and reliable performance, particularly with Red Ball magazines. The firearm features a 10.5-inch barrel with 1/2-28 threads and a polymer top rail. While it offers a stable shooting platform for 9mm, its single-stack magazine design and weight are noted cons, especially when compared to emerging AR9 options.

The US ammunition industry is experiencing a significant downturn characterized by collapsing companies, overstocked shelves, and a sharp decline in consumer demand. This crisis stems from a combination of factors including the burnout of panic buying cycles, economic fatigue impacting consumer spending, and a supply-side overreaction to anticipated demand. Import tariffs on foreign ammunition have further complicated the market, leading to unsold inventory and financial distress for manufacturers and distributors alike. While some smaller companies are folding, larger players with diverse revenue streams and military contracts are adapting, and new domestic production facilities are being established to reduce foreign reliance. The military's increasing demand, coupled with a strained industrial base, presents a contrasting challenge, highlighting a disconnect between civilian oversupply and military undersupply.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Palmetto State Armory Sabre 10 .308 rifle, often referred to as an M110 clone. The presenter details the rifle's specifications, including its 20-inch 4150 CMV barrel with a 1:10 twist rate, adjustable gas block, and PSA's 12.5-inch quad rail handguard. Extensive shooting data is presented, covering groupings with various ammunition types and reliability over 500+ rounds. The review also touches on practical shooting techniques, such as barricade shooting with a QD bipod, and offers a philosophical discussion on purpose and faith.