Videos tagged with International Regulations

This entry details the function and purpose of a striker status indicator on firearms, specifically the Canik TP9. The speaker, demonstrating high expertise, explains that this feature, often mandated by international safety regulations, provides a visual and tactile cue of the striker's cocked or released state. While acknowledging its existence due to regulations, the speaker expresses skepticism about its practical necessity, emphasizing that knowing if a firearm is loaded is the paramount safety concern.

This interview with Michael Holley, CEO of HK USA, provides exclusive insights into the company's strategic shift towards the US civilian market. Holley discusses the potential release of the MP7 (SP7) and G36 (C36) for civilian purchase, citing regulatory hurdles and manufacturing capabilities as key factors. The discussion also covers recent product launches like the CC9 and MR556A4, and HK USA's future roadmap focusing on micro-platforms and domestic manufacturing in Columbus, Georgia.

Allen Youngman, representing military small arms manufacturers, discusses concerns regarding the UN Arms Trade Treaty draft. He highlights the lack of definition for 'transfer,' which could encompass civilian sales and ownership, directly impacting Second Amendment rights. The treaty's inclusion of small arms and light weapons, potentially including hunting shotguns and handguns, is a significant concern, as proponents claim it's not about civilian gun control while simultaneously resisting language to exempt civilian firearms.