Videos tagged with Firearm Break-in

This video provides initial impressions of the new ported Vector Industries VKP 2011 handgun. The reviewer highlights its exceptional craftsmanship, balanced feel, and impressive shooting characteristics, particularly its minimal muzzle rise due to the ported barrel. Key features discussed include the reinforced polymer grip, integrated logo grip texture, trigger quality, and the choice of iron sights. Initial break-in recommendations and accessory pairings are also covered.

This video details the break-in experience of a Kahr CT380, noting that after approximately 250-300 rounds, the firearm began running flawlessly. The speaker highlights the excellent performance of the springs, leading to minimal recoil, and praises the trigger quality. Potential slide stop issues are attributed to shooter error, particularly before the break-in period is complete. The video also briefly mentions Sig P365 JHP ammunition.

This video reviews the Car PM40, highlighting it as potentially the world's smallest high-quality .40 S&W semi-automatic handgun. The presenter emphasizes the importance of a break-in period for Car firearms, noting that after approximately 300 rounds, the gun achieves exceptional accuracy and minimal recoil due to its tight tolerances and polygonal rifling. It's presented as a viable, powerful alternative to smaller .380 ACP pocket pistols.

This guide, presented by a firearms instructor with high authority, details five budget-friendly methods to enhance pistol shooting skills. Key takeaways include the benefits of grip tape for control, trigger upgrades for accuracy, magwells for faster reloads, red dot optics for target acquisition, and the importance of breaking in a new firearm with quality ammunition. The instructor emphasizes that while gear is helpful, consistent training remains paramount.

This video features a "Sunday Shoot-a-Round" with Hickok45 showcasing a Lou Horton limited edition revolver chambered in .44 Special. Despite a recent leg injury, he demonstrates firing the firearm, discussing its features, and sharing personal anecdotes about recovery and societal issues. The review focuses on the initial shooting experience of this particular firearm.

The Kimber CDS9 is presented as a highly capable micro 1911 for concealed carry, offering 15-round capacity and ambidextrous controls. The review highlights its surprising controllability and ease of slide manipulation despite its small size, attributed to a progressive recoil spring. It also details a recommended break-in procedure involving dry firing and approximately 350 rounds of live fire, emphasizing reliability with various ammunition types and the importance of proper lubrication with products like Gun Butter.

This discussion emphasizes that most modern revolvers are perfectly functional out of the box and do not require extensive modifications for defensive use. The primary focus should be on training and practice. If modifications are considered, they should address specific issues identified after significant shooting, such as grip fit or a gritty trigger pull, and be performed by a qualified gunsmith. Over-modification is discouraged, as it can introduce reliability issues.

This video provides a comprehensive first range trip and review of the Shadow Systems CR920 XP, focusing on its performance during a 200-round break-in period. The presenter highlights the pistol's excellent shooting characteristics, accuracy, and potential as an everyday carry (EDC) firearm, while also discussing three key considerations: proprietary magazines, trigger weight, and the importance of proper ammunition selection during the break-in phase. Comparisons are made to other popular handguns, emphasizing the CR920 XP's competitive edge in the slimline pistol market.

This review details the Shadow Systems CR920 XP, a micro-compact pistol featuring a flush compensator. The presenter discusses an initial break-in period with minor extraction issues in the first 75 rounds, which resolved after approximately 200 rounds. The video highlights the pistol's recoil reduction benefits, especially with +P ammunition, and its ergonomic features, comparing it favorably to stock options. It also covers technical specifications, trigger pull weight, and potential future modifications.

This review provides an authentic look at the HK CC9 from someone who purchased it themselves, offering critical insights into its performance and marketing. The speaker, with high authority in the micro-compact category, details the necessary break-in period, trigger learning curve, and recoil characteristics compared to major competitors. The HK CC9 is highlighted for its exceptional thinness and potential as a top-tier micro-compact option despite a crowded market.

This video demonstrates initial shots with a suppressed Remington 700 A1 rifle equipped with a WOOX Furiosa chassis and an EOTech Voodoo optic. The shooter is in the process of breaking in the rifle, having completed the one-round clean and three-round clean procedures, and is now proceeding with a five-round magazine. The initial shots indicate positive results.

This video details the initial shooting experience of a Springfield Prodigy 'Apollo 11' 2011 pistol, specifically testing its reliability without any initial lubrication. The presenter conducts a 'mini torture test' by firing the weapon straight out of the box to push its capabilities. The video documents the firearm's performance, including cycling, potential malfunctions, and the presenter's observations on its functionality after a significant repair period.