Videos tagged with Dave Merrill

Dave Merrill of RECOIL Magazine provides an expert-level overview of new developments at SHOT Show 2026, focusing on the FN SCAR's updated internal components for recoil management and the introduction of the FN 309 MRD pistol. He highlights the pistol's optic-ready design and aggressive $499 MSRP as a strong value offering from FN, showcasing the brand's continued innovation.

This episode of RECOIL LIVE features editors Tom Marshall and Dave Merrill discussing the concept of "response" and the proverb "fools rush in." The discussion likely explores tactical or situational awareness, touching on how individuals react to events, possibly within a firearms or self-defense context given RECOIL's typical content. The video encourages viewer feedback for future topic suggestions and promotes the RECOILtv app across various streaming platforms.

This RECOILtv video showcases the Vertx Go Pack and Firebase Bandoliers, highlighting their collapsible design and versatility. Dave Merrill and Melissa Miller demonstrate how the Go Pack can transform from a compact size to accommodate a PDW, emphasizing these items as essential gear for tactical applications. The video also promotes the availability of the RECOILtv app on various platforms.

This video features a shooting test of the Ballistipax SURVIVOR-1 Armor Pack. Dave Merrill puts the armor to the test at Bullet Ranch, firing rounds from a Micro Uzi. The video highlights RECOILtv's availability on various streaming platforms and provides links for downloading their app on Android and iOS devices.

This RECOILtv video features Dave Merrill and Ben Canini engaging in full-auto fire with a Beretta M12S submachine gun. The video highlights the M12S's origins in Italy and its high rate of fire (550 rounds per minute), noting its controllability. It also emphasizes the importance of using the foregrip due to the reciprocating bolt handle. The description includes links to download the RecoilTV app and visit their video platform.

This guide details the technique for firing the Micro Uzi in full-auto, as demonstrated by Dave Merrill and Dave Rhoden on RECOILtv. It emphasizes proper grip, stock usage, and recoil management due to the firearm's high cyclic rate (1250 RPM). The instruction highlights the effectiveness of the compensator ports in controlling muzzle rise during intense firing sequences.

This video from RecoilTV's Full Auto Friday features Recoil's Dave Merrill and Airborne Enthusiast Jake Stepanovich profiling the FN M249 PARA SAW. The segment highlights the belt-fed platform's military recognition and its application in gaming. The focus is on the PARA configuration's shorter package, emphasizing increased mobility. The video aims to demonstrate the durability and performance of this established weapon system.

This guide details the 'push-pull' shotgun recoil management technique demonstrated by competitive shotgunner Kamryn Carroll. The method emphasizes a tight shoulder mount, proper stance, and an active forward body push upon firing to keep the muzzle flat and improve follow-up shot accuracy. Dave Merrill highlights its effectiveness, especially with 12-gauge firearms, contrasting it with less effective methods.