Videos tagged with Arizona Desert

This review of the Kel-Tec KSG bullpup shotgun, presented by an experienced firearms reviewer, highlights the common issue of heavy bullpup triggers. While initially described as 'horrible' during dry fire, the trigger performance significantly improves during live fire, offering a noticeable reset. The reviewer also notes the surprisingly smooth pump-action despite the trigger's weight.

This episode of the Guns Magazine Podcast features a discussion about a mountain lion hunting trip in Arizona. Host Brent Wheat recounts his experience riding horses in the desert with a single-action revolver, aiming to hunt mountain lions with the help of hunting dogs. While the hunt was unsuccessful due to dry conditions, the experience provided an epiphany about the cowboy mystique and the connection between riding, shooting, and speaking truth. The conversation also delves into the realities of horseback riding, the challenges of hunting with dogs, and the types of firearms and ammunition suitable for such pursuits.

This video reviews the Meprolight MPO-F red dot sight, highlighting its competition-sized window and excellent clarity. The reviewer notes a slight greenish-blue hue and its impressive brightness, even in direct sunlight. The optic features 10 brightness levels, including two night vision compatible settings.

This guide details the historical loading and firing procedure for a 1700s Hand Mortar, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda. It emphasizes a two-person operation for loading the black powder charge and the fuse-lit grenade, followed by a firing sequence typically from a defensive position. The demonstration highlights the significant smoke and recoil associated with this historical weapon.

This comprehensive 1,000-round test of the Springfield Echelon, conducted by Tactical Considerations, provides an objective, data-backed review. The host details reliability, including a single stovepipe malfunction attributed to ammunition, and a magazine baseplate issue resolved by proper reassembly. Ergonomics, long-distance accuracy in the Arizona desert, and the innovative COG chassis and VIS optics mount are highlighted. The trigger pull consistency and ambidextrous controls are also assessed, concluding the Echelon is a top contender.

Massad Ayoob, a highly experienced firearms instructor and legal expert, emphasizes the critical importance of being the first to call 911 after a defensive gun use. This action establishes the caller as the victim complainant, significantly aiding legal defense. He details common mistakes, criminal manipulation tactics, and provides practical advice, even referencing the Harold Fish case to illustrate the importance of attempting a call even in challenging circumstances.

This video provides an update on the HEX Optics Wasp and Dragonfly red dot sights after several months of use. The primary focus is on the LED refresh rate issue, which causes noticeable blinking in low light or at lower brightness settings, particularly when the optic is moved. While the optics hold zero and have clear glass for their price point, the LED refresh rate is identified as a significant area for improvement, especially considering competing products in the same price range.

This guide details a professional off-road recovery technique demonstrated by Mike Glover and Team Fieldcraft Survival. It covers strategic planning, the use of kinetic ropes for effective extraction from water and difficult terrain, and essential post-recovery damage assessment. The expertise of Mike Glover, a former Green Beret, ensures a high level of instruction for challenging vehicle recovery scenarios.

This video showcases a shooting session in the snowy Four Peaks Wilderness area of Arizona. The participants engaged steel targets with various firearms, including a .308 Winchester rifle and a CZ Scorpion pistol caliber carbine chambered in 45 ACP. The session was cut short due to deteriorating weather conditions, highlighting the challenges of shooting in extreme environments.

This video details the process of setting up trail cameras in the Arizona desert to monitor illegal activity, particularly near the Tohono O'odham Reservation. The instructor, experienced in firearms and tactics, explains the rationale behind choosing specific locations based on observed signs of passage, such as discarded water bottles, backpacks, and twine. He discusses camera settings like sensitivity and detection range, emphasizing the challenges of covering vast areas and avoiding false triggers.

This guide details the post-mud test cleaning process for an AK variant, as demonstrated by InRangeTV. The AK's simple design facilitates easy breakdown and cleaning. The process involves using forceful water to remove mud, air drying in a suitable environment, and final lubrication with WD40, highlighting the AK's ease of maintenance after extreme conditions.