Videos tagged with Ammunition Loading

This video provides expert instruction on the most challenging aspect for many shooters: loading semi-automatic firearm magazines. Lead Firearms Instructor John G. Johnson breaks down the mechanics of magazine loading, emphasizing the importance of leverage over brute force. He teaches two primary methods, including the 'PEZ' method, and demonstrates how to load various popular magazines, offering practical advice for beginners and experienced shooters alike.

This video provides expert guidance on appropriate black powder charges for various cap and ball revolvers. The instructor, with apparent extensive experience, details specific grain recommendations for .31 caliber pocket revolvers (10-12 grains), .36 caliber belt pistols like the 1861 Navy (17-20 grains), .44 caliber holster pistols with brass frames (20 grains) and steel frames (25-30 grains), and the Colt Walker (.44 caliber, 40 grains recommended over its 60-grain capacity). The benefits of using paper cartridges for efficiency and fun are also highlighted.

This video demonstrates a 3D-printed loader designed to assist in loading the eighth round into an M1 Garand en bloc clip. The presenter highlights the difficulty of manually seating the final round and showcases how the loader simplifies the process, effectively solving a long-standing issue for Garand owners.

This video revisits an experiment from 2013 where Hickok45 loaded and fired a Glock 21 Gen 4 with black powder ammunition. The experiment aimed to see the effects of black powder in a modern semi-automatic pistol, highlighting the significant smoke, slow ejection, and the potential for jamming. The discussion also touches on the differences in powder bulk and pressure compared to modern smokeless powders.

This video showcases the unique capability of firing .410 shotgun shells from a handgun, specifically a large-frame revolver resembling the Taurus Judge. The presenter demonstrates loading .410 shells into the cylinder, highlighting the compact power of this configuration. The content emphasizes the novelty and potential applications of such a firearm, drawing a comparison between .410 in a long gun versus a handgun.

This video demonstrates the safe handling and firing of antique revolvers from the 1850s, specifically comparing a Smith & Wesson Model 1 with an Allen & Wheelock Sidehammer. It includes a close-up look at the Allen & Wheelock's mechanics and shows the process of loading CCI .22 Short ammunition. The demonstration highlights the operation of these vintage firearms on a steel target, emphasizing safe practices and showcasing rare vintage firearms and appropriate ammunition.

This guide details the unique loading and operation of the Lee Navy rifle's en bloc clip system, as explained by an expert from C&Rsenal. It covers activating and releasing clip tension, loading the clip into the rifle, and the independent cartridge release mechanism, highlighting the system's unusual design for rapid loading in US military history.

This guide details the process of safely preparing and firing the Girsan Influencer X pistol at a range. It covers magazine loading with Winchester 9mm Luger ammunition, chambering a round, and executing live fire drills on a steel target. Emphasis is placed on proper firearm handling and safety protocols throughout the procedure.

This guide details the stripper clip loading process for the KelTec P50, emphasizing safety and proper technique. The video highlights the firearm's unique internal magazine and semi-automatic rotating barrel lock action, chambered in 5.7x28mm. Expert instruction covers handling, recoil analysis, and the specific loading mechanism.

This guide details the operation and live-fire demonstration of a Remington 870 shotgun featuring WOOX Gladiatore walnut furniture. It covers loading procedures using a side-saddle shell carrier and emphasizes safe handling, recoil management, and observing the mechanical cycling of the action during live fire at an outdoor range. The content is presented by a firearms enthusiast and content creator demonstrating proficient weapon manipulation and safe range practices.

This video demonstrates the functionality of the Lima Six belt-fed upper receiver, compatible with AR-15/M16 platforms, firing 5.56x45mm NATO or .223 Remington ammunition. Expert insights from Sudo Solutions showcase manual belt loading, sustained full-auto fire, controlled bursts, and the use of specialized gear like 3M Peltor headsets and Mechanix Wear gloves. The demonstration highlights the DIY firearm community's capabilities in creating complex, functional firearm components.

John G. Johnson, a firearms instructor, demonstrates the 'cross method' for efficiently loading a 9mm pistol magazine. This technique involves using the thumb of the non-dominant hand to push down and roll each round into the center of the magazine, providing better leverage and making the process easier. The instructor highlights common mistakes, such as pushing only on the front of the bullet, and emphasizes the effectiveness of the cross method for proper magazine loading.