Videos tagged with Firearms Accessories

This guide details the considerations for mounting red dot sights on rifles, comparing top-mounted versus 45-degree offset configurations. Instructor Mike Odow emphasizes that while personal preference plays a role, understanding the impact on cheek weld, weapon manipulation, and effective range is crucial. The 45-degree offset offers a consistent cheek weld but has limitations at distance, while top-mounting requires adapting to a new cheek weld position.

This video explores Aimpoint's 'Project ICE,' a 1990s prototype red dot sight that never reached mass production. The project focused on an aesthetic, organic design using cast aluminum and a modular construction separating optics from electronics. While innovative for its time, Project ICE was ultimately shelved due to market preferences for ring mounts and Aimpoint's strategic focus on securing major US military contracts, particularly the M68 CCO.

The video explains the growing trend of 3D printed suppressors in the industry. It highlights the advantages of additive manufacturing, including the use of exotic materials like Hannes 282, titanium, and Incanel, leading to improved durability and lighter weight. The process also minimizes human error for greater consistency and allows for complex baffle designs that enhance sound and back pressure reduction.

This podcast episode from The Yankee Marshal covers various firearms-related topics including custom gun grips, knife giveaways, and general firearms discussion. The host showcases new custom grips for a CZ 75, featuring a Rat Fink design, and discusses several knives and multi-tools available for giveaways. The episode also touches on firearm accessories, listener engagement through super chats and emails, and personal anecdotes.

This video provides an overview of the Tacpack monthly subscription service, highlighting the types of products and companies involved. It showcases a Mission First Tactical pistol range bag as an example of a typical item included, suitable for quick range trips. The subscription offers double the value of the subscription cost, and a discount code is available for new subscribers.

This video reviews the Fury Carry Solutions strap leg holster, highlighting its comfort and mobility during range use. The presenter notes the holster's sturdy strap and effective pivot point, which moves well with the leg during dynamic movements like kneeling. The holster is described as affordable, with a discount code available.

This video from The Yankee Marshal discusses custom Mandalorian grips for a 1911 pistol. The instructor, with demonstrated expertise in firearm accessories, highlights the specific installation challenges of these grips due to their thick pin requiring a deep setting. The discussion also touches upon complementary accessories like Lobo holsters.

This guide details the installation and basic operation of the Olight PL X weapon light, as presented by Neil from Geauga Firearms Academy. It covers proper mounting, charging via USB-C, and an overview of its dual-beam functionality and switch ergonomics. The review highlights its compatibility with major duty holsters and its compact size for everyday carry.

The Regular Guy Training host identifies a deliberate flickering issue with the Vortex Defender XL red dot sight, initially suspecting a low battery warning. After comparison with Holosun's low battery indicator and further research, it's confirmed to be a bug, not a feature. This highlights the importance of verifying optic behavior and staying informed about reported issues.

This video details an observation made by a firearms and optics reviewer at SHOT Show regarding a Trijicon Credo HX 1-10x28 LPVO. The reviewer noted that a background Leupold sign appeared misaligned when viewed through the optic at 1x magnification. Intriguingly, the alignment improved when the optic was rotated 180 degrees, suggesting a potential internal assembly issue with the unit.

Lucas Botkin of Adaptive Defense discusses the company's product development philosophy, focusing on filling market gaps and avoiding common industry pitfalls like pre-orders. He highlights the importance of practical, high-quality gear, drawing inspiration from military applications and challenging the status quo in tactical equipment design. The company aims to invest heavily in R&D to create innovative solutions.

The video highlights "bundle and rebate season" in the firearms and tactical gear industry, noting a general slowdown in sales but emphasizing opportunities for consumers. The speaker, from 704 Tactical, discusses how their channel and a new "deals hub" are curating these opportunities. Specific mentions include bundles from an unnamed company offering cleaning supplies and cases, and the "R15 Days of Christmas" event. The speaker also promotes their own company, 704 Gear, for knife bundles and a hearing protection bundle, encouraging direct purchases from their website to potentially get better deals due to avoiding Amazon fees.