Videos tagged with MagTech Ammunition

This video provides a detailed comparison of five different brands of 55-grain M193 ammunition, evaluating their performance through two distinct AR-15 barrels. The analysis includes muzzle velocity, 30-shot group sizes, and AZ scores at 100 yards, offering valuable data for shooters seeking to understand brand-specific performance characteristics.

This video tests the practical accuracy of the Henry Big Boy Carbine at 50 yards using various 38 Special and 357 Magnum loads. The presenter notes significant variations in point of impact between different ammunition types and weights, even within the same caliber. The testing highlights how ammunition choice can drastically affect accuracy and requires potential sight adjustments for optimal performance.

This video details a 1,000-round endurance test of the new Taurus TX9 pistol. Performed by Caleb Giddings and Matt Little from Taurus USA, the challenge aimed to replicate and exceed a 20-year-old record. The pistol successfully fired 1,080 rounds in just over 10 minutes without malfunctions, demonstrating significant durability under extreme heat.

This guide details a counter-ambush defensive shooting technique, emphasizing the importance of readiness, a fast draw, and decisive engagement. It highlights that justification for deadly force hinges on an immediate lethal threat. The analysis, presented by experts from Active Self Protection, also touches on the psychological aftermath of such encounters.

This video analyzes a use-of-force incident captured on an Axon Body 3 camera in Akron, Ohio. Experts John Correia and Mike Willever critically examine the officer's actions, the suspect's behavior, and the tactical decisions made. They discuss the 'totality of circumstances,' the concept of 'furtive gestures,' and the officer's marksmanship, highlighting the importance of de-escalation and proper training in high-stress situations. The analysis emphasizes the critical review of split times and hit ratios in officer-involved shootings.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes an armed robbery where neighbors intervened. Hosts John Correia and Neil Weidner break down the incident, emphasizing the critical importance of marksmanship and defensive shooting skills. They critique the store owner's technique, highlighting the need for proper grip, sight alignment, and tactical movement. The analysis underscores that firearm ownership alone is insufficient; consistent, high-level training is essential for effective self-defense, advocating for prioritizing fundamental shooting skills before complex tactical maneuvers.

This video demonstrates the DDC Enticer L suppressor on two different rifle calibers, a 14.5-inch and a 16-inch. It showcases its performance with both subsonic and supersonic ammunition at close range and at approximately 200 yards, highlighting its sound reduction capabilities. The presenter expresses satisfaction with the suppressor's effectiveness.

This expert analysis breaks down a critical incident involving a fleeing felon who drew a firearm on San Antonio police. Featuring insights from tactical instructors John Correia and Mike Willever, the video examines the legal justification (Tennessee v. Garner), the challenges of marksmanship under stress, and the critical importance of trigger discipline, highlighted by an accidental officer-involved shooting. It stresses the need for advanced tactical training beyond basic qualification.

This analysis from Active Self Protection breaks down a critical incident where Reno PD officers were forced to immediately neutralize a knife-wielding suspect. The video, featuring John Correia and Mike Willever, highlights crucial tactical concepts including maintaining distance, effective use of lighting, marksmanship under stress, and tactical movement. It emphasizes the importance of mental preparation for first responders and the realities of body-worn camera perspectives versus actual threat perception.

This video from Trench Grenade discusses the impact of US tariffs on the firearms and ammunition market. The speaker, who identifies as an "average United States economic collapse spectator" and is seven years from army retirement, explains how tariffs on imported ammunition brands like PMC, Privy Partisan, Igman, SMB, and Magtech will lead to significant price increases (20-37%). He predicts that within six months to a year, these imported options may become unprofitable to import, leaving consumers with fewer choices and potentially higher prices from domestic manufacturers due to component costs and market demand. The speaker advises viewers who do not have a sufficient supply of ammunition (a couple thousand rounds for handgun and rifle) to consider purchasing it now, as well as essential gear like optics and firearms, before prices escalate further due to tariffs and increased domestic demand. He cautions against excessive panic buying but stresses the importance of having necessary defensive and training supplies on hand.

This video compares the Bul Armory SAS II TAC (non-ported) and SAS II TAC Pro (ported) pistols, focusing on the impact of porting on velocity and felt recoil. The presenter, Clint Morgan, conducts chronograph tests with 115-grain and 124-grain ammunition to measure velocity differences. He also provides subjective assessments of recoil reduction and shooting flatness. The V8 porting system on the TAC Pro is highlighted for its design and minimal impact on low-light shooting.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a real-world armed robbery during a live-streamed church service in Johannesburg, South Africa. It highlights the importance of church safety teams, situational awareness, and understanding the OODA loop for effective response. The analysis emphasizes proactive defensive planning over passive compliance, citing statistics on victim injury rates.