Videos tagged with Colt AR-15 A2

This video showcases a range day with a classic Colt AR-15 A2, demonstrating its operation with Hornady Frontier 5.56 NATO ammunition. The speaker, exhibiting high authority and expertise, highlights the rifle's performance with iron sights on steel targets. The content suggests the AR-15 A2 design, particularly as it stood around 1983, represents a peak in the platform's evolution.

This video showcases a custom 'Quasi Car-15' build inspired by Delta Force carbines from the late 80s/early 90s, heavily influenced by Larry Vickers' Colt 723. The build emphasizes functional simplicity with a light, red dot, and spare magazine, proving that dated concepts remain effective. The host demonstrates the rifle's reliability and the utility of a Redi-Mag system during high-speed reloads.

This video explores firearms popular in 1988, featuring the reliable Mossberg 500 shotgun, the controversial yet dependable Glock 17 Gen 2 pistol, and the pre-ban Colt AR-15 A2 rifle. Hickok45 provides historical context and demonstrates the practical aspects and historical significance of these classic firearms.

This video tests the performance of CORBON .223 77gr Tipped Match King (TMK) ammunition fired from a 20-inch Colt AR-15 A2 rifle into calibrated 10% ordnance gelatin. The test aims to address concerns about whether higher velocity with this bullet might negatively impact penetration. Data on penetration depth, retained weight, and expansion are presented, along with detailed velocity statistics. The video also highlights the use of a high-speed camera provided by Aimed Research and promotes ARFCOM's merchandise.

This review compares Holosun's HS403C, HS503C, and HS510C red dot sights, highlighting their performance and affordability against premium brands. The HS403C/503C offer excellent battery life (50,000 hrs), solar power, and auto-on features at a lower price point. The HS510C provides a larger field of view with a titanium hood and QD mount but is more susceptible to environmental debris.