Videos tagged with Garand Thumb

This video provides an 'after-action review' of a collaboration between Trench Grenade and Garand Thumb (Mike Jones). It details the positive experience of meeting Garand Thumb, dispelling rumors about his height and personality, and previews upcoming content. The collaboration focused on tactics, guns, entertainment, and education, with a particular mention of an 'extreme' guerrilla warfare video.

This video outlines the training agenda for upcoming tactical classes presented by Garand Thumb and Trench Grenade. It emphasizes preparation through studying foundational doctrine like the Ranger Handbook and taking notes. The content covers a range of tactical scenarios, from squad-level assaults and raids to ambush response and urban warfare, including room clearing. Additionally, it highlights community defense and guerrilla tactics, suggesting a patch purchase grants access to a dedicated Discord server for further training and engagement.

Garand Thumb (Mike) critically reviews several custom firearm builds from the Classic Firearms team. He provides expert insights into potential reliability issues with modifications like compensators and lightning cuts, discusses the 'Glock smile' wear pattern, and assesses the practical utility of various optics and accessories. The review highlights the importance of parts availability and durability, particularly in extreme conditions.

This comprehensive review of the HK MK23 SOCOM, presented by Garand Thumb, details its development for USSOCOM trials and its robust design. The video highlights its exceptional reliability under extreme conditions, accuracy potential (even at 300 yards), and unique stealth capabilities achieved through manual slide locking and 'wet shots' with its suppressor. Expert insights cover its .45 ACP caliber, dual recoil spring system, and the functionality of the Wilcox Nightstalker LAM.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of 7N6 5.45x39mm ammunition, often referred to as the 'poison bullet,' through a ballistic gelatin test. The demonstration highlights the extreme effectiveness of the 7N6 round, showcasing its significant energy transfer, rapid tumbling, and the resulting 'insane' wound cavity compared to standard 5.45x39mm ammunition. The instructor emphasizes the unique ballistics that contribute to its controversial reputation.

This video announces an educational collaboration between Trench Grenade and Garand Thumb, focusing on tactical preparedness. The series will cover a range of critical combat and survival skills, leveraging the combined expertise of both creators. Viewers are invited to contribute to the curriculum by suggesting specific tactical topics they want to learn.

This video provides an expert-level review of the Knights Armament KS-3 rifle, focusing on its features and UK MOD contract history. The presenter, demonstrating high authority, details the rifle's 11.5-inch barrel, proprietary E3.2 bolt, and ambidextrous controls. It also covers the KAC MCQ-PRT suppressor and the optics package, including a Vortex Razor 1-10x LPVO and an Aimpoint ACRO.

This video provides an expert review of the Ambient Arms EXO suppressor, highlighting its innovative heat management system utilizing ambient air intake ports. Instructor Mike Jones demonstrates its significantly lower operating temperature compared to traditional suppressors like the Surefire RC2 through a 'mag dump' and thermal testing. The review also touches on the suppressor's design, materials (Titanium and Inconel), and sound signature.

Brandon Herrera presents a satirical 'Gun Meme Review 2026' scenario involving the hypothetical capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The video humorously explores geopolitical memes, military operations, and showcases tactical gear from sponsors like TacPack and SDI, including Walker's electronic ear protection and Mantis dry fire trainers. Herrera leverages internet culture and tactical knowledge to discuss military hardware and operational concepts.

The SIG 550 (Stgw 90) is presented as one of the finest service rifles ever produced, lauded for its exceptional Swiss engineering, accuracy, and reliability. The review highlights its cold hammer-forged barrel, long-stroke gas piston system, and unique winterization features designed for extreme conditions. Garand Thumb emphasizes its superior fit, finish, and quality control, making it a benchmark in combat rifle design.

This comprehensive review of the Heckler & Koch UMP45, presented by Garand Thumb, delves into its cultural impact driven by video games versus its actual market performance and mechanical design. The analysis highlights the UMP45's direct blowback system, which contributes to significant muzzle jump and makes recoil management more challenging compared to firearms like the MP5 10mm. Despite its commercial shortcomings, the UMP45 is noted for its reliability and lightweight maneuverability.

This guide details the proper technique for loading and firing a 1943 Springfield Armory M1 Garand, as demonstrated by Misha. It covers the critical steps of inserting an 8-round en-bloc clip while avoiding 'Garand thumb', achieving a proper sight picture with iron sights, and understanding the rifle's semi-automatic operation culminating in the iconic clip ejection 'ping'. The instruction emphasizes safe handling and historical accuracy.