Videos tagged with Bushmaster ACR

Garand Thumb, a recognized subject matter expert, critically reviews several custom firearm builds from the Classic Firearms team. He provides detailed insights into potential reliability issues with compensators and lightning cuts, explains barrel wear patterns indicative of high round counts, and discusses the importance of component compatibility and durability, particularly in extreme conditions. The review highlights practical considerations for firearm owners regarding maintenance and performance.

This video provides an update on the Bushmaster ACR platform, directly addressing rumors of its discontinuation. A Bushmaster representative confirms that the ACR is not dead and that new products are in development for the platform, with announcements expected to follow the pattern of recent Shot Show releases. The host expresses significant relief and excitement regarding this news.

This video details several firearms that have been subject to voluntary recalls due to safety defects, including issues with firing pins, fire control groups, barrel integrity, and hammer quality. These recalls have significantly impacted the marketability and consumer trust in affected models, highlighting the importance of manufacturer accountability and consumer awareness in the firearms industry.

This video analyzes numerous firearm models that have failed to sell, leading to excess inventory in gun stores. The expert instructor details specific reasons for each model's market failure, including design flaws, reliability issues, market timing, and recalls. The analysis highlights how factors like changing market demands, competition from high-capacity firearms, and regulatory impacts contribute to a firearm's commercial success or failure.

This video discusses whether firearms should come with magazines. The host, Hank Strange, specifically mentions the Bushmaster ACR and solicits opinions from the audience. The description also includes affiliate links for Blackout Coffee, Patreon, Amazon, and the host's website and car channel, encouraging viewer support and engagement.

This video analyzes seven firearms that failed to achieve commercial success despite promising features and manufacturer backing. It highlights issues ranging from poor ergonomics and trigger quality to high prices and critical reliability problems, offering insights into why innovative designs sometimes falter in the real-world market.

Brandon Herrera's 'Gun Meme Review' revisits the highly anticipated return of the Bushmaster ACR, detailing its modular features and historical context. The video also touches on comparisons with the PSA JAKL, teases a future segment on the M79 Thumper, and briefly discusses industry news regarding Lucas Botkin and T.REX Arms. Herrera's high-profile influencer status and hands-on demonstrations underscore his expertise in firearm platforms and industry trends.

This review examines the Ruger SR-556, a 2009 attempt at a service rifle, highlighting its short-stroke piston system, 1:9 twist barrel, and front-heavy design. Despite its $2,000 price point and failure to secure military contracts, the SR-556 is considered a better rifle than the Bushmaster ACR by the reviewer, primarily due to its softer shooting characteristics on the lowest gas setting and more robust accessory mounting options. However, its high cost and lack of a dedicated suppressed setting are noted drawbacks.

This video delves into critical safety concerns with the SIG Sauer P320, demonstrating how modularity and potential manufacturing variations can lead to uncommanded discharges. It features a detailed analysis from LFD Research, showcasing specific failure points related to the Fire Control Unit (FCU) and sear engagement. The discussion also covers the announced return of the Bushmaster ACR, questioning its viability and pricing, and critiques a new firearms-adjacent TV show, 'Wild Shots with Tim Harson,' highlighting its questionable production quality and potential for shilling.

This video features a Bushmaster ACR rifle that the content creator, BFP, discovered. The rifle is noted for its design by Magpul. The description includes promotional codes for Brownells and Blackout Coffee, as well as links for supporting the channel through Patreon, Amazon affiliate purchases, and visiting their website for deals. A link to the creator's van life YouTube channel is also provided.

This video discusses the Bushmaster ACR rifle, specifically highlighting its potential as a Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR) chambered in 6.8 SPC. The presenter notes the rifle's development by Magpul and subsequent sale to Remington, lamenting its discontinuation. The ACR is praised for its design and potential if development had continued.

This video, featuring Matt Carriker and Nick 'The Fat Electrician', debunks the myth of .50 BMG's house-penetrating power by testing various calibers against mobile homes and refrigerators. The expert demonstration highlights the significant penetration capabilities of larger calibers like .50 BMG, 8.6 Blackout, and .300 Win Mag, while smaller calibers show limited effectiveness against substantial barriers.