Videos tagged with Micah Mayfield

Micah Mayfield, with access to Dillon Aero, demonstrates a rare suppressed M134 Minigun featuring a 3D-printed titanium/Inconel suppressor. The video highlights the surprisingly low noise and recoil during vehicle-mounted firing and even allows for comfortable short-burst exposure at 10-15 yards without hearing protection. Additionally, a suppressed Dillon Aero bolt-action sniper rifle is tested, followed by aerial gunnery drills from a Black Hawk helicopter, showcasing advanced tactical hardware and applications.

This demonstration showcases high-volume fire and rapid emergency reloads with an AR-15 style rifle, likely a Sugar Weasel variant. The video highlights proficient weapon manipulation, including consistent rapid-fire cadence and efficient magazine changes from a prepared table. It concludes with a close-up view of the rifle's gas block and muzzle device, illustrating heat distortion from sustained use.

Micah Mayfield provides an in-depth review of the PSA Mixtape .300 BLK after a 2,000-round test. He details component wear, particularly noting issues with the adjustable gas block seizing and potential bolt bounce with light buffers. The review highlights the rifle's standard AR-15 construction, competitive pricing, and compares it to higher-end models like the Q Honey Badger, emphasizing differences in engineering and materials.

This video captures Lucas Botkin reviewing his stage score at the Area 2 USPSA match. The interaction with Micah Mayfield highlights a humorous exchange about performance justification, with Mayfield labeling Botkin's reasoning as 'cope,' a term Botkin readily accepts. The footage showcases professional competition gear and the official scoring process.

The HK MR556 A4 is presented as a premium, military-grade fighting rifle, justifying its $4,000 price tag with exceptional sub-MOA accuracy and robust piston-driven reliability. Despite a slightly mushy factory trigger, its performance with various match-grade loads and suppressors is lauded, positioning it as a top-tier civilian option for those prioritizing performance and pedigree.

The Lima Six offers an affordable semi-automatic belt-fed upper receiver for the AR-15 platform, aiming to democratize belt-fed capability. While demonstrating extreme reliability and a high rate of fire, it requires specific buffer setups and presents potential safety concerns like a reciprocating charging handle and cook-off risks due to its closed-bolt design. The reviewer highlights its value proposition against much more expensive alternatives.

The Nemo Arms Omen Nitemare is a .300 Win Mag semi-automatic rifle with an unusually short 8-inch barrel, creating extreme muzzle blast and concussion. Despite its absurdity, it demonstrates surprising flatness in shooting due to its muzzle brake and gas system. Reliability issues, specifically stovepipes, emerged after around 150-200 rounds. The firearm easily penetrates Level 3A ballistic protection at close range.

The US-made PP-19 Bizon from LM Ironworks is now available, offering a unique collector's item for firearm enthusiasts and gamers. While expensive at $3,600, it features a functional Bizon receiver and helical magazine, though the current 3D-printed magazines have loading and retention issues. The Bizon, a predecessor to the Vityaz, was originally designed for multiple calibers and is noted for its iconic helical magazine, despite later Russian designs opting for simpler stick magazines.

This video features Micah Mayfield, the 'Ultra Gun-Hipster,' selecting his top five firearms from Administrative Results' collection. The selection includes iconic firearms like the Colt Python and S&W Model 76, alongside unique builds like a custom Sterling and historical pieces such as the HK91 with a vintage Steiner optic and the Swiss SIG PE57. The discussion highlights historical significance, mechanical features, and shooting characteristics of each firearm.

Micah Mayfield conducts an extensive torture test on a Springfield Armory 1911 DS Prodigy, firing over 2,000 rounds in a single day to evaluate its reliability and performance compared to high-end 2011s. The test highlights the firearm's surprisingly flat shooting and fast trigger, but also reveals significant issues with the Hex red dot optic's durability and brightness, as well as reliability degradation under extreme heat and fouling, particularly with certain ammunition. Despite these challenges, the Prodigy demonstrates mechanical accuracy at 200 yards.

Micah Mayfield expresses significant anxiety about Stage 7 of the Finnish Brutality competition due to a recent fall and lack of skiing experience. He is required to ski with a heavy sled attached, adding to the challenge. Despite his apprehension, he maintains a humorous and self-deprecating tone, acknowledging the potential for further mishaps.

Micah Mayfield details extensive testing of Forced Reset Triggers (FRTs) across various firearm platforms, including AR-15 variants, PCCs, and a shotgun. The testing highlights critical compatibility issues related to Bolt Carrier Group (BCG) geometry and action types, with some platforms like the Daniel Defense PCC and LaRue AR-15 performing exceptionally well, while others like the PSA Jakl and Genesis Arms Gen 12 failed. The video also touches upon the legal standing of FRTs, emphasizing their distinction from machine guns.