Videos tagged with M17

This guide provides budget-conscious recommendations for a WROL (Without Rule of Law) ready firearm and gear loadout, focusing on reliability and affordability. It details handgun and rifle choices, essential tactical equipment like chest rigs, and a practical training regimen. The emphasis is on building a capable setup for under $1,000, prioritizing practical application and community support.

This video provides an expert-level ranking of 12 major firearm brands, from those with significant historical issues to those considered benchmarks for reliability and performance. The instructor, with years of experience and extensive shooting, details specific models and past controversies for brands like Taurus, Kel-Tec, Remington, Walther, Ruger, Springfield, CZ, FN, Sig Sauer, and Smith & Wesson, ultimately placing Glock at the top for its consistent functionality and widespread adoption. The assessment highlights common failure points, recalls, and the evolution of brands attempting to rebuild trust.

This video from Washington Gun Law, presented by William Kirk, an expert in firearms law, clarifies the circumstances surrounding the death of Airman Brayden Lovan. Initially believed to be an accidental discharge of a Sig Sauer P320 (M17/M18), the investigation revealed the death was due to negligent handling by another airman, Marcus White-Allen, who allegedly pointed the firearm at Lovan in a joking manner. The video emphasizes responsible firearm handling and the legal consequences of negligence and making false statements, as evidenced by the guilty pleas of Sarbjot Badesha and Matthew Rodriguez.

This entry details a unique commemorative act following the raid on Osama bin Laden's compound, as described by former Navy SEAL Robert O'Neill. O'Neill shares how he presented a dedicated CIA analyst with the last round from his Sig Sauer P320 (M17/M18) handgun to honor her years of relentless work. The guide outlines this symbolic gesture, emphasizing the importance of firearm safety during such an exchange.

This video demonstrates a dynamic shooting drill involving transitions between an M4A1 rifle and an M17 pistol. The shooter engages multiple targets at varying distances, showcasing smooth transitions and controlled recoil management. The drill emphasizes practical shooting skills applicable to tactical scenarios, highlighting the importance of weapon manipulation and target acquisition under pressure. The shooter demonstrates proper stance and grip while executing the drill efficiently and accurately.

This video details a rigorous torture test performed on a Sig Sauer P320/M17 pistol. The firearm endured repeated drops onto steel and dirt, blunt force impacts from a wooden stick, and was then custom-painted with a blue tiger stripe camouflage pattern. Crucially, the pistol remained operational throughout the test, demonstrating its resilience and reliability through rapid firing sequences post-abuse and painting.

This video explains why Glock lost the 2017 US Army contract to Sig Sauer. The primary reason cited is Sig Sauer's modular design, which offered the military greater flexibility and customization options compared to Glock's more traditional platform. The Glock 19X was presented for the trials, competing against the Sig Sauer P320 (which became the M17/M18).

This video demonstrates the terminal ballistics of a .50 BMG M17 tracer round impacting ballistic gel heads. The .50 BMG round, weighing 643 grains, exhibited significant destructive power, completely destroying the first two gel heads. Analysis suggests the bullet began to fragment after the second impact, leading to a lack of penetration in subsequent targets.

This video critically examines the Sig Sauer P320's safety controversy, detailing numerous uncommanded discharges and their impact on the firearm's reputation and resale value. It contrasts the problematic P320 with other respected Sig products and discusses the company's potential legal and contractual liabilities. The discussion highlights the risks for law enforcement and military personnel carrying the P320/M17/M18.

This video investigates rumors of the US military replacing the Sig Sauer P320 with the Glock 45 equipped with an Aimpoint COA sight. The presenter, Kaya, with high authority and expertise, directly contacts manufacturers to debunk these claims, confirming no military contract exists for the Glock COA and that Sig Sauer's contract remains secure. The video emphasizes the importance of verifying information regarding firearms manufacturers and military contracts, highlighting that Glock's civilian sales halt was due to prioritizing law enforcement demand.

The US Marshals Service has officially dropped the SIG Sauer P320 as its duty pistol due to multiple reports of uncommanded discharges. This directive applies to all variants, including the M17 and M18, and prohibits their use or carry by personnel in any official capacity. The agency is transitioning to alternate firearm platforms, with unconfirmed reports suggesting a return to Glock.