Videos tagged with Gun For Hire Range

This guide details the process of firing a .50 BMG rifle, emphasizing recoil mitigation techniques and safe range practices. The video demonstrates that despite expectations of significant recoil, modern .50 BMG rifles like the Barrett M82/M107 style, equipped with aggressive muzzle brakes and internal recoil systems, can offer a manageable shooting experience. The instruction comes from an experienced shooter at the Gun For Hire Range in New Jersey.

This video from Gun For Hire Range features hosts Rich and Matt conducting a comparative test of various firearm calibers (.22, .223, .308, AK-47/7.62x39mm, and .50 BMG) against different targets including a paper roll, ballistic gel, a dead laptop, blast bottles, and tiles. The experiment visually demonstrates the significant differences in terminal ballistics and destructive power across these calibers, highlighting the impact of momentum and energy transfer.

This video showcases a speed reload challenge at Gun For Hire Range, demonstrating a competitive shooting drill. Competitors engage targets, execute a rapid reload, and then resume firing. The challenge highlights the importance of efficient magazine changes under pressure, a key skill in dynamic shooting sports.

This video from Gun For Hire Range in Newark announces the winner of a $500 prize giveaway. The prize was for attendees of a recent Staccato range day event. The winner, Kevin Carly, can use the prize towards a firearm or other items in the gun store. The event was deemed a success, with many participants trying the Staccato line.

This review of the Glock 45 Gen 6 highlights its hybrid design, featuring a Glock 19 slide on a Glock 17 grip. The updated flat trigger provides shorter travel and quicker reset, enhancing the shooting experience. Improved ergonomics, including an extended beavertail, contribute to comfort, while the recoil impulse remains familiar to Glock users. The assessment comes from experienced shooters at Gun For Hire Range.

This video provides an overview of the Q Honey Badger firearm, specifically highlighting a New Jersey-compliant configuration. The presenter, with high authority as a staff member at Gun For Hire Range, details the firearm's history as a PDW for SOCOM and its current chambering in 5.56/.223 for legal compliance in NJ. Key features discussed include the use of a brace and vertical foregrip, and the unique anodized finish.

This guide, presented by a professional instructor from Gun For Hire Range, details how to clear a common firearm malfunction: a stuck slide. It emphasizes critical safety protocols before demonstrating a practical technique involving striking the grip to dislodge the round. The process concludes with a thorough inspection to ensure the firearm is clear and safe to handle.

Anthony Colandro from Gun For Hire Range announces a temporary closure due to incoming snow, prioritizing safety. He then provides a demonstration of the M1 Garand rifle, highlighting its operation and the distinctive 'ping' of the en-bloc clip ejection. The video showcases safe handling and the iconic features of this classic firearm.

This guide details four distinct shooting techniques for the Jacob Grey Other firearm, as demonstrated by an instructor at Gun For Hire Range. It covers pistol-style shooting, arm brace usage, magazine well grip for stability, and highlights the firearm's short trigger travel and quick reset. The instructor ultimately favors the two-handed pistol-style grip for this platform and notes its suitability for New Jersey residents.

This guide details the installation and testing of an EOTech XPS2 holographic sight with a 3x magnifier on a Jacob Grey rifle. It covers mounting procedures, the use of Magpul MBUS Pro backup sights, and range testing for zeroing. The setup is shown to be effective for engaging targets up to 300 yards, with professional instruction from the Gun For Hire Range team.

This guide details the process of zeroing a firearm's optic, emphasizing a consistent three-shot group method for adjustments. It highlights the importance of understanding that adjustments are made on the optic itself, not a magnifier. The instruction comes from an experienced instructor at Gun For Hire Range, offering practical tips for precision.

This video showcases a family from the Netherlands experiencing a day at the Gun For Hire Range. The family, guided by Range Safety Officers, selects and fires various rental firearms, including an AK-style rifle, 9mm handguns, and a Barrett .50 BMG rifle. The experience is highlighted as a special birthday gift, with the family expressing significant enjoyment and praise for the facility and instruction.