Videos tagged with Embassy Duty

This video explores specific instances where US military personnel still carry revolvers, detailing the models and calibers used. It highlights Marines on embassy duty carrying the Smith & Wesson Model 19 in .357 Magnum for perceived diplomatic reassurance, Air Force personnel in Alaska opting for .44 Magnum revolvers like the Model 29 or Ruger Redhawk for wildlife defense, and EOD technicians utilizing the Smith & Wesson 686 in .357 Magnum for specialized ordnance disabling rounds. The video also touches on historical use of revolvers as backup firearms in combat zones due to limitations of standard-issue ball ammunition.

This video explores why certain US military units and personnel still carry revolvers despite modern semi-automatic pistols. It highlights specific revolvers used for embassy duty, backcountry defense in Alaska, and by Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians, citing reasons like perceived reliability, stopping power, and specialized ammunition capabilities. The discussion also touches on historical use as backup firearms due to limitations with standard military ball ammunition.

This video explores why certain US military units and personnel still carry revolvers despite the prevalence of modern semi-automatic pistols. It details specific revolvers used by Marines on embassy duty for perceived diplomatic reassurance, Air Force personnel in Alaska for protection against wildlife, and EOD technicians for specialized ordnance disabling rounds. The discussion also touches on historical use as backup firearms in combat zones due to limitations of standard-issue ball ammunition.

This video explores why select US military units and personnel still carry revolvers, despite the prevalence of modern semi-automatic pistols. It details specific models and calibers used for embassy duty, backcountry defense in Alaska, and specialized EOD applications, highlighting the perceived advantages of revolvers in these niche roles.

This video details specific instances where US military personnel still carry revolvers, despite the prevalence of modern semi-automatic pistols. It highlights Marines on embassy duty using the Smith & Wesson Model 19 in .357 Magnum for perceived diplomatic reassurance, Air Force personnel in Alaska opting for .44 Magnum revolvers like the Model 29 or Ruger Redhawk for bear defense, and EOD technicians utilizing the S&W 686 in .357 Magnum for specialized disabling rounds. The video also touches on historical use of revolvers as backup firearms in combat zones due to limitations of standard-issue ball ammunition.