Videos tagged with Mike Abarca

This video features former Marine Raider Mike Abarca conducting a penetration test comparing 300 Blackout 147gr ammunition against 5.56mm 55gr ball ammo, both fired through an AR-15 platform. The comparison involves shooting through reams of paper to assess which caliber and bullet weight offers greater penetration. The video also teases a future comparison involving 300 Blackout 220gr subsonic versus 147gr supersonic rounds against slabs of wood. Viewers are encouraged to participate in a drawing by answering questions in the comments.

Marine Raider Mike Abarca details his streamlined MARSOC gear setup, emphasizing functionality over aesthetics. Key elements include a practical plate carrier with accessible magazines and tourniquets, an Ops-Core helmet with Peltor comms, and a custom fire hose tool carrier. He highlights the Benchmade SOCP knife for its accessibility and a Ronin belt with a Glock 19 holster, adjusted with zip ties for optimal ergonomics.