Videos tagged with Magazine Safety

This video features a discussion comparing the Browning Hi-Power and the 1911 pistol. The host details their mechanical differences, including the presence of a grip safety and magazine safety on the Hi-Power, and the 1911's straight-back trigger versus the Hi-Power's pivot trigger. While acknowledging the Hi-Power's aesthetic appeal, the speaker expresses a preference for the 1911's trigger feel.

This video provides a comprehensive review of the Ruger EC9S 9mm pistol, detailing its technical specifications, features, and performance. The presenter, Brandon from Classic Firearms, highlights its suitability for concealed carry due to its compact size, thin profile, and safety features. He also discusses the trigger characteristics and verifies key measurements.

This guide details how to identify and understand FN High Power pistols produced during the German occupation of Belgium. It covers key production changes, including sight variations, serialization, grip materials, and the removal of the magazine safety, highlighting collector-relevant details and potential authenticity indicators. The information is presented with the authority of an expert firearms instructor.

This guide details the disassembly of the rare Schmeisser MK-36,II, focusing on its unique mechanical features. Expert Ian McCollum demonstrates the process, highlighting the separated firing pin design and the function of the cross-bolt selector and magazine safety. This information is valuable for collectors and historians interested in early submachine gun development.

The Hi-Point YC380 is presented as a reliable and budget-friendly .380 ACP pistol, suitable for use as a truck gun. Key features include a 3.8-inch threaded barrel, classic Hi-Point sights with a yellow front and red rear, a glossy chrome finish, and a slightly smaller grip than other Hi-Point models for improved concealability. It incorporates multiple safety features: a physical safety lever, a grip safety, a magazine safety, and a polymer trigger with a predictable break.

The Blue Line Global Mauser .22LR 1911 offers a classic 1911 aesthetic in a more manageable .22LR caliber. It's highlighted as an excellent starter pistol for new shooters due to its familiar feel, reduced recoil, and ease of handling. Key features include adjustable sights, a threaded barrel, ambidextrous safety, and a magazine safety, making it a well-rounded option for training and recreational shooting.

The FN Five-seveN MRD is a 4.8-inch barreled pistol chambered in 5.7x28mm, known for its high velocity and armor-piercing capabilities. It features raised night sights for co-witnessing with optics, a generous Picatinny rail, and a polymer construction contributing to its light weight. The trigger has a magazine safety and offers a tactile reset, while the grip provides aggressive texturing.

The Zastava M88 Surplus pistol is presented as a reliable and affordable option with a unique character, often exhibiting wear from its history. It is chambered in the common 9mm caliber and manufactured by Zastava in Serbia (formerly Yugoslavia), a company known for quality firearms. The pistol features a chromed barrel and comes with various grip options, including polymer and wood, with some unique hand-molded variants available.

This review of the Bersa Thunder 380 highlights its position as an overlooked budget-friendly carry option. The firearm is noted for its shootability, comfortable trigger (especially the single-action pull), and reliable performance, despite its larger size compared to some micro-compacts. It functions as a direct blowback, single-stack 380 ACP with a 7-round capacity, and features a DA/SA trigger system with a decocker.

This video reviews an FN Hi-Power semi-automatic pistol, highlighting its 9mm caliber and 13+1 round capacity. The presenter discusses modifications made, including custom grips from BH Spring Solutions and a Wheeler ceramic coat finish, contrasting it with the original high-gloss appearance. The removal of the magazine safety for a cleaner trigger pull is also noted.

This video details the complex process of reverse-engineering and fabricating a replacement transfer bar for an Astra Model 400 (also known as Model 1921) pistol. The instructor demonstrates techniques for shaping spring steel, creating precise bends, and fitting the part to ensure proper interaction with the trigger, sear, and magazine safety mechanism. The process involves careful measurement, metalworking, and iterative fitting to overcome the lack of readily available parts for this vintage firearm.

This episode of The 'MURICA! guns and Freedom Podcast features The Yankee Marshal discussing various topics including support for the Pets and Vets program and the TYMP Pistol Project. He details how viewers can contribute through Super Chats, channel memberships, and Patreon. The discussion also touches on firearm-related topics like specific handgun models (Smith & Wesson 329, H&K P30SK, Sig P210), ammunition recommendations (Underwood, Fort Scott TUI), and the pros and cons of different carry methods and firearm modifications. The host also addresses viewer questions about firearm safety, legal considerations for modifications, and the availability of merchandise.