Videos tagged with Hooded Front Sight

This video provides an overview of the CETME 58 rifle, highlighting its historical significance as the predecessor to the HK G3. It details its 7.62x51mm chambering, semi-automatic operation, and distinctive features like the left-hand charging handle and wood stock. The review notes that this specific build by Southern Tactical uses an original parts kit with a new receiver and is designed to accept CETME magazines.

This review of the Pioneer Arms Hellpup Micro AK pistol highlights significant reliability issues, including frequent failures to feed and eject, even after lubrication. The included waffle magazines are deemed untrustworthy, though aftermarket PMAGs and US Palm magazines showed some improvement. The firearm's compact size and aesthetic are noted, but its performance falls short of AK expectations, leading to a 'basura' (trash) rating.

This review covers the M1 Garand, a long-stroke piston-driven semi-automatic rifle chambered in .30-06 Springfield. It highlights the rifle's adjustable aperture rear sight, hooded front sight, and internal eight-round magazine reloaded via en bloc stripper clips. The presenter notes the need for a 'love tap' on the charging handle to ensure the bolt fully closes and describes the rifle as surprisingly soft-shooting despite its caliber.

This video provides a brief visual demonstration of a Chinese Type 56 AK-47 variant. It showcases the rifle's traditional wood furniture and hooded front sight, along with a basic cycling of the action and a single shot fired in an outdoor environment. The demonstration is purely visual with no spoken commentary or in-depth technical details provided.

This video demonstrates the basic handling and firing of a Chinese Type 56 AK-47 variant. The demonstrator shows proper magazine insertion, cycling the action, and controlled firing. The footage highlights the traditional wood furniture and hooded front sight characteristic of this model.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Norinco MAK-90 Type 56, a Chinese variant of the AK platform chambered in 7.62x39mm. The presenter highlights its post-ban status, cosmetic differences from traditional AKs like the finger-hole stock, and its operational similarities. The review includes practical shooting demonstrations at a 100-yard range, showcasing its handling and performance with iron sights, and emphasizes its reliability and aesthetic appeal as a vintage firearm.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Western Field Model 46A, also known as the Mossberg Model 42A. It highlights the rifle's history as a Montgomery Ward catalog item, its .22 Long Rifle caliber, bolt-action mechanism, and unique target-style optic mount. The presenter also demonstrates the rifle's simple disassembly for cleaning.

Brandon Herrera, a gun builder with high authority, provides a detailed reaction to the film 'Lord of War.' He uses his expertise to identify specific firearms, differentiate between AK variants and the VZ-58, and discuss the realities of the international arms trade, contrasting movie portrayals with real-world practices. The analysis highlights technical details like trunnion rivet patterns and sight hoods for firearm identification.

This video provides a detailed review of the VZ 58 rifle, imported by Century Arms as the VZ-2008. The presenter highlights its unique features, distinguishing it from AK variants, such as its milled receiver, short-stroke gas piston system, and striker-fired mechanism. The review emphasizes the rifle's accuracy with iron sights, its maneuverability, and its value proposition, especially when acquired at a favorable price.

This video provides a profile of the classic Henry Lever Action rifle, highlighting its western-style design and popularity as a .22 caliber firearm. It details the rifle's specifications, including its blue finish, walnut stock, adjustable sights, and 15-round capacity, noting its smooth action and historical significance dating back to Benjamin Henry's 1860 patent. The presenter recommends it for enthusiasts of .22 caliber plinking rifles.