Videos tagged with Material Selection

This video provides expert-level wet weather survival techniques from Mitch, a former SERE instructor. Key takeaways include building elevated shelters, mastering square lashing, effective bug and tick prevention using ash and proper clothing, orienting shelters against wind, using ponchos as rain covers, and essential gear maintenance with soil and natural lubricants. The importance of avoiding cotton and prioritizing wool for foot care to prevent immersion foot is also stressed.

This video features a live tour and discussion at Andrews Custom Leather with owner Sam Andrews and host Hank Strange. Sam demonstrates his leatherworking process, discusses the ordering process, and answers viewer questions about holster design, materials, and turnaround times. The conversation highlights the craftsmanship involved in custom leather goods and the challenges of sourcing materials.

Mark Serbu, a gun designer, discusses the plans for building the GB22 firearm. He clarifies details regarding assembly drawings, material choices (including 4142 pre-hard plate and heat-treated 4130), barrel construction with match chambers, and slide assembly options. The video emphasizes the flexibility in the design, allowing for various machining approaches and material substitutions, while also highlighting critical safety considerations and ITAR regulations.

SIG Sauer has entered the suppressor market as part of a comprehensive systems approach, integrating firearms, ammunition, optics, and silencers. Kevin Brittingham, President of SIG Sauer's Silencer Division, highlights the company's focus on assembling top industry talent for manufacturing techniques, material selection, and performance optimization. This strategic move aligns with the rapidly growing suppressor market.