Videos tagged with California Compliant Firearms

This video features Dan Dement from Franklin Armory discussing the company's history of innovating to comply with and circumvent California's complex firearms regulations. Key topics include the development of the bullet button, the binary firing system, and the new Prevail bolt-action rifle with 'Total Round Control.' Franklin Armory's strategy involves leveraging legal definitions and creating unique firearm designs to remain accessible in restrictive markets.

This discussion delves into Glock's recent product line changes, focusing on the discontinuation of popular generations like Gen 3 and Gen 5, and the introduction of the V Series, which appears to be designed for California compliance. The speakers speculate on the reasons behind these decisions, including potential legal pressures and a strategic business move to access markets like California. They also explore the impact on the aftermarket industry and the potential future direction of Glock with the anticipated Gen 6.

The video argues that now is an opportune time to purchase a Glock pistol due to several factors. These include impending tariffs on Austrian-made firearms, Glock's discontinuation of specific models like California-compliant variants and certain calibers (10mm, .45 Auto, .357 SIG, .380 ACP), and the anticipated release of Gen 6 models, which may drive down prices for current Gen 4 and Gen 5 models. The speaker also speculates that future Glock generations might be modified to prevent the use of auto-sear switches, citing legal precedents from the tobacco industry.

This video introduces three new AR-15 platforms for 2025, highlighting their features and intended uses. The Bushmaster VR Radicator is presented as a hunting rifle with multiple barrel lengths and chambered in .223 Wylde. The POF USA LMR Base and P-15 Base are described as modernized AR-15s with proprietary features like the E2 dual extraction chamber and roller cam pin, targeting different price points. Finally, the Heckler & Koch MR A4 series is showcased as an evolution of the HK416, featuring a short-stroke gas piston system and enhanced ergonomics.

This review compares the Global Ordinance SP9 A1 (direct blowback) and SP9 A3 (roller-delayed blowback) 9mm PCCs. The SP9 A3 is highlighted for its significantly softer recoil and superior shootability, making it a recommended choice over the SP9 A1, especially with the Glock magazine lower. Both models, in their rifle configurations, are noted for their ambidextrous controls and comfortable ergonomics, though early reliability concerns for the Stribog line appear to have been addressed in current production models.

This video evaluates potential firearms for Santa Claus, considering factors like glove compatibility, optics readiness, capacity, and legal compliance. The presenter analyzes the Colt 1911, FNX-45 Tactical, S&W Shield Plus, and S&W Equalizer, ultimately favoring the Equalizer for its balance of features and ease of use, despite potential compliance issues in certain states.

This video from TheGunCollective provides a rapid-fire overview of several new firearm products and industry trends. Jon Patton, an established industry commentator, discusses NICS background check data, highlights new furniture for Mossberg shotguns, reviews optics and suppressors, and introduces new pistol and shotgun models. The content is informative and fast-paced, offering insights into the current firearms market.

This expert guide details 10 California-compliant firearms suitable for concealed carry, as presented by a seasoned firearms instructor. It covers the intricacies of California's handgun roster, including the impact of the Unsafe Handgun Act. The guide provides in-depth reviews of various models, highlighting their features, calibers, capacities, and suitability for self-defense and concealed carry, offering valuable insights for California residents navigating firearm restrictions.

This video features Edwin Sarkissian, a high-authority firearms influencer known for large-scale destructive testing, comparing the .50 BMG and .416 Barrett calibers. Through a series of tests involving aluminum blocks, paper reams, and steel I-beams, the video demonstrates the distinct ballistic properties and penetration capabilities of each round. It highlights the .416 Barrett's development for long-range accuracy and the .50 BMG's anti-material design, offering insights into their performance under extreme conditions.

This episode of TGC News covers several new firearm releases and industry developments. Rossi introduces the Triple Black series of R92 lever-action rifles in .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum, featuring updated furniture and a threaded barrel. Stoeger unveils the P3000 Freedom Series Supreme shotgun, a tactical 12-gauge pump-action with an extended magazine tube and ghost ring sights. Brownells is offering California-compliant versions of their retro AR-15 lineup. The show also critiques the Torrent Tactical RSL1 magazine dispenser and highlights the host's top 5 picks from SHOT Show, including the Laugo Alien and Hi-Point Yeet Cannon.

This video covers Zenith Firearms' offerings at SHOT Show 2018. The host highlights Zenith's roller-delayed firearms, emphasizing their close resemblance to the MP5 without requiring tax stamps. A model specifically for California residents is also mentioned. The description includes links to the host's website, training resources, Patreon, sponsors, and gun rights organizations.

Firearms instructor Brian Normandy explains that 'bullet buttons' are a legal compliance mechanism for semi-automatic rifles in California, designed to work around the state's assault weapons ban by requiring a tool to remove the magazine. He argues that these firearms are California-compliant and that the 'bullet button' is a non-issue, contrary to media portrayals and claims by groups like the Violence Policy Center. Normandy emphasizes that law-abiding citizens register their firearms, and criminals disregard gun laws.