Videos tagged with Firearm Review

This review by hickok45 explores the significant changes in the new Glock Gen 6, particularly the Glock 19. Key updates include an improved optics system with direct slide mounting, enhanced grip texture with an integrated beavertail, deeper front serrations, and an undercut trigger guard. The Gen 6 also features a flat-faced trigger and a slightly shorter grip, catering to a wider range of hand sizes. While many changes are welcomed, the reviewer notes personal preferences for grip consistency and potential modifications to the beavertail.

This review compares the Ruger LCP (Model 03791, 10th Anniversary Edition) with the S&W Bodyguard 1.0 as potential pocket carry firearms. The LCP features a stainless steel slide, skeletonized trigger, and a unique rubber trigger safety plug, while the Bodyguard offers a manual safety and superior sights. Both are similar in size and weight, with the LCP having a slightly lighter trigger pull. Final determination of superiority awaits reliability and accuracy testing.

Elliott Delp reviews the Radical Firearms AR-15, highlighting it as a top budget option under $500. He praises its superior features for the price point, including B5 furniture and a quality rail system. The rifle demonstrates good accuracy, consistently achieving sub-2 MOA, making it an excellent choice for new shooters and training.

This expert-level review compares the SIG Sauer P220 Compact Elite and the P220 Legion Full-Size, both chambered in .45 ACP with DA/SA actions. The P220 Legion showcases premium features like an enhanced trigger, Picatinny rail, and superior slide-to-frame fit, while the P220 Compact offers a more streamlined option for concealed carry. Trigger pull measurements and ammunition compatibility are also discussed, highlighting the P220 series' reputation for smooth actions.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Mossberg 590R shotgun, specifically highlighting its configuration with a Chisel folding stock. The instructor, demonstrating significant expertise, details the stock's features, the shotgun's ergonomics, controls, sights, and barrel specifications. A live-fire demonstration with buckshot rounds underscores its effectiveness for home defense.

This video provides a direct comparison between the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 Heavy Duty and the Glock 45 Gen 6, as requested by a viewer. The speaker, demonstrating experienced firearm handling and a casual yet knowledgeable tone, shoots both pistols at an outdoor range. While finding both to be smooth and effective, he concludes that each has its own utility and cannot definitively declare one superior to the other, liking both platforms.

This expert guide delves into the world of .357 Magnum lever-action rifles, highlighting models that have earned consistent owner trust. It contrasts the modern flexibility of the Henry Big Boy, the historical utility of the Marlin 1894, the compact practicality of the Rossi R92, the authentic feel of Uberti replicas, and the refined heritage of the Miroku-produced Winchester 1873. The selection hinges on matching the rifle's philosophy to the shooter's intended use.

This video provides an unboxing and initial assessment of a police trade-in Smith & Wesson M&P 1.0 pistol. The instructor, demonstrating significant expertise, highlights the pistol's features, including its 17-round capacity and ambidextrous controls. Recommendations are made for modernizing the firearm with a red dot sight and flashlight, acknowledging the M&P 1.0's 'barebones' but functional nature.

The Ruger RXM Sub-Compact frame offers a unique approach to concealed carry by combining a Glock 19-sized slide with a Glock 26-sized grip. This configuration, featuring a threaded barrel and modular chassis system, aims to provide concealability while accommodating full-size optics and lights. Initial shooting impressions suggest manageable recoil, especially with proper grip technique, making it a potentially viable option for those seeking a compact yet capable firearm for everyday carry.

Elliott Delp reviews the IWI Zion AR-15 as his favorite rifle under $1000, highlighting its 15-inch M-LOK handguard with excellent lockup and the inclusion of quality B5 furniture. He emphasizes the barrel's sub-MOA accuracy potential, making it a strong value proposition despite standard safety and trigger components. The assessment comes from an experienced firearms instructor.

This teaser video from School of the American Rifle announces the upcoming 'Secret Shopper' series for the Smith & Wesson M&P 15 Sport III. The expert instructor confirms the series will be multi-part, akin to their previous Ruger testing, with the first episode dropping next week. Patience is requested as the final stage, involving replacement parts, will take the longest to complete.

This review of the IWI Tavor X95 highlights its advantages as a compact bullpup rifle, offering a 16.5-inch barrel in a package similar to a 10.5-inch AR-15. The video details its unique features, including ambidextrous controls, a decent trigger for a bullpup, and the potential for legal benefits in restrictive states. Accuracy testing reveals it's capable of sub-2 MOA with appropriate ammunition, making it a compelling option for those seeking a distinctive and well-built firearm.