Videos tagged with Melonite Finish

This review unboxes and inspects the Pioneer Arms 5.56 Sporter Underfolder, identified as potentially the cheapest new AK in the US for 2024. Despite some QC concerns like a crooked rear sight block and tight magwell, the rifle features a forged trunnion and Melonite finish. The host notes initial stiffness in the safety and action, common for new firearms, and addresses magazine compatibility issues with various AK magazines.

This video provides a detailed review of the Springfield Armory Echelon, a new polymer-frame, striker-fired pistol. The reviewer highlights its modular chassis system, innovative no-adaptor red dot mounting, and other features like its Melonite finish, CHF barrel, and sights. The review emphasizes the pistol's performance during shooting tests and compares it to other excellent 9mm options in a competitive market. The video also mentions various supporting content creators and firearm-related gear.

This video offers a first look at the new Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro pistol. Key features highlighted include its optics-ready design, 9mm caliber, and 15+1 capacity. The description details its compact footprint for its class, accessory rail, 3.7-inch hammer-forged barrel, front and top slide serrations, reversible magazine release, loaded chamber indicator, Melonite finish, tritium U-Dot sights, and included 15-round flush-fitting magazines. "KJ" Jarnagin demonstrates these features.

The Springfield Armory Saint Victor in 5.56 NATO is presented as a premium AR-15 with a mid-length gas system and a 16-inch Melonite-finished barrel. It features BCM Gunfighter furniture and a flat-face nickel boron trigger, with a tested pull weight of approximately 4 lbs 13.9 oz. The rifle demonstrates soft shooting characteristics and good accuracy, making it a competitive option at its $1,125 MSRP.

The Diamondback Firearms DB15 DSB is presented as a high-value AR-15, sitting at the top of their trim levels around $1,000. It features a 16-inch, 1:8 twist Melonite barrel with a mid-length gas system and a lightweight M-LOK handguard. Notable upgrades include a CMC single-stage trigger, Magpul furniture, and a quality Bolt Carrier Group with MPI marking and proper staking.

This review covers the Smith & Wesson M&P 45 Full Size pistol, highlighting its 4.5-inch barrel, Melonite slide finish for durability, and ergonomic features like interchangeable backstraps and a Picatinny rail. The pistol demonstrates reliability with various ammunition types and offers a 1911-style grip angle. While the trigger reset is noted as less tactile than newer M&P models, its accuracy and S&W's lifetime warranty are significant advantages.

This review of the S&W M&P Shield 9mm highlights its popularity as a concealed carry firearm due to its slim profile and comfortable handling. The expert instructor details its features, including metal sights, an optional manual safety, and an improved trigger with audible reset. The video demonstrates its ease of disassembly and provides a comprehensive shooting performance evaluation with a novice shooter, concluding it offers excellent value for its price point.

This review and installation guide covers the Magpul MBUS Pro all-steel back-up iron sights for the AR-15. The sights feature a low-profile design, positive locking mechanisms, and tool-less adjustments for both elevation (front) and windage (rear). They are constructed from steel with a durable Melonite finish, offering a robust alternative to polymer sights. The guide includes installation steps and highlights their compact size and competitive pricing within the steel sight market.

This review of the Smith & Wesson M&P Pro Series 9mm highlights its reliability, accuracy, and ergonomic grip angle, comparing it favorably to the Glock 17 and Sig P229. While praised for its Melonite finish and capacity, the trigger reset is identified as a notable drawback. The reviewer demonstrates a unique triggerless field stripping procedure and suggests aftermarket trigger kits for enhanced performance.