Videos tagged with Long-Stroke Gas Piston

This comprehensive review of the IWI X95, presented by an expert with over a decade of firearm content creation, delves into its design, performance, and ergonomics. The expert highlights its bullpup advantages like compactness and velocity, while also addressing potential drawbacks such as manipulation closer to the body and specific ergonomic gripes. Despite some minor malfunctions and criticisms, the X95 is recommended for its cool factor, military pedigree, and suitability for home defense and as a unique alternative for AR-15 owners.

This video explores the Zastava ZPAP M90's suitability as a suppressor host, highlighting its adjustable gas tube. The presenter, demonstrating experienced authority, notes that while AKs are typically gassy and violent when suppressed due to their long-stroke piston systems, the ZPAP M90 with a Dead Air Wolverine suppressor proved surprisingly manageable. It's identified as the least gassy suppressed AK the instructor has personally tested.

This video from Survival Gear provides an expert-level comparison of several AR-15 alternatives, including bullpup designs and modernized AK platforms. The channel's high authority is evident in its detailed technical explanations of operating systems, modularity, and caliber conversions. Key takeaways include the compact nature of the Tavor X95, the precision of the Steyr DMR 762, and the modularity of platforms like the CZ Bren 3 and PWS UXR.

This guide details the process of demonstrating the rapid-fire capabilities of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) Jakl rifle when equipped with a Forced Reset Trigger (FRT), specifically the FRT-15. It covers the installation of the trigger, setup of accessories like optics and lights, and the technique for achieving a continuous string of fire with 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition. The demonstration highlights the Jakl's long-stroke gas piston system and the FRT's performance in a controlled environment at an outdoor range.

This video provides a product update on Palmetto State Armory's The VUK rifle, showcased at SHOT Show 2026. It highlights the rifle's unique compatibility with 5.56 AK rock-and-lock magazines while retaining AR-15 fire control group and grip compatibility. The update details design iterations based on community feedback, focusing on the handguard and internals, and confirms the use of a 4.5mm trunnion, AK-style sights, and an AK-19 style flash hider. The VUK is currently in the prototyping phase, with PSA actively seeking further community input.

This guide details a practical accuracy course for the Palmetto State Armory JAKL rifle, as demonstrated by 9-Hole Reviews. It covers setup with specific optics and ammunition, engaging steel targets from 150 to 600 yards, and analyzing performance. The assessment highlights the JAKL's capability for mid-range precision, even when pushing its limits with ammunition not perfectly matched to the optic's reticle.

This guide details the process of tuning the adjustable gas block on the PSA OLCAN Bullpup for optimal performance with a suppressor. The video highlights a specific adjustment of four clicks counter-clockwise, which significantly reduced recoil and gas blowback, demonstrating the importance of gas system tuning for suppressed shooting. The OLCAN's compatibility with standard AR-15 magazines and its Jakl upper system are also noted.

This guide details the field stripping and basic maintenance of the SIG 550 rifle, a highly regarded combat rifle known for its robust design and Swiss engineering. The process involves disassembling the rifle into its major components, cleaning them, and reassembling. The video highlights the rifle's AK-like bolt carrier group but emphasizes its superior machining and tighter tolerances, contributing to its accuracy and reliability.

The Palmetto State Armory JAKL 9-SD is presented as a new, integrally suppressed 9mm pistol-caliber carbine. The video highlights its long-stroke gas piston system, side-folding stock, and reliability in suppressed fire, showcasing its potential for various applications from range use to home defense.

This video provides an in-depth review of the SIG 553, often dubbed the 'Swiss Commando' and considered the 'Rolex' of the AK world. The host, a recognized expert in tactical rifles, highlights its superior Swiss craftsmanship, mechanical evolution from the SG 552, and rare features like tritium night sights and a threaded barrel. While acknowledging its exceptional quality and collector status, the high price point is noted as a significant barrier for most potential buyers, with more affordable alternatives suggested.

This video provides a teaser for the upcoming Palmetto State Armory JAKL 9, slated for release in 2025. It highlights the firearm's aesthetic features, including a Flat Dark Earth (FDE) finish and monolithic upper receiver, and showcases its compatibility with modern tactical accessories like Holosun and EOTech optics, as well as Unity Tactical mounts. The demonstration also confirms its use of CZ Scorpion-style magazines and a long-stroke gas piston system, suggesting a focus on reliability and manageable recoil.

This video provides a detailed review of the Century Arms Micro Draco pistol, focusing on its technical specifications, operational features, and historical context. The presenters highlight its compact size, AKM-style stamped receiver, and unique Russian red furniture. They also verify key specs like weight and trigger pull, offering insights into its handling characteristics and origin.