Videos tagged with Model 1

This video details the catastrophic manufacturing failures behind the Mamba pistol, primarily stemming from a severe lack of experience and coordination. Despite ambitious goals, the project was plagued by technical issues, poor quality control, and a disregard for basic engineering principles, leading to a high rate of non-functional firearms. The narrative highlights the critical importance of expertise in both design and production for successful firearm development.

This review covers the 1871 Smith & Wesson Model 1, 3rd issue, a vintage revolver chambered in .22 Short. It highlights the unique tip-up barrel loading mechanism, which allows for manual loading of its 7-round cylinder. The demonstration showcases its single-action operation and performance on an outdoor range.

This video compares carbine-length and mid-length gas systems on AR-15 platforms, using a Radian Model 1 as an example. Mid-length systems offer smoother shooting with less recoil and wear due to lower pressure and dwell time. Carbine-length systems provide greater reliability in adverse conditions by utilizing higher pressure to cycle the action, even when dirty.

This video is Part 13 of the 2021 Kit Badger Coast to Coast Tour, featuring a Range Day at The RanchTX in Texas. The event showcased a wide array of firearms, including Q LLC's The Fix in .308, Honey Badger SD, Honey Badger Pistol, and a prototype Sugar Weasel in 5.56. Various silencers were also demonstrated. Other notable firearms included Radian Weapons Model 1 variants, Brownells BRN-180 in 5.56 and 300 Blackout, a Knights Armament SR-25, a Savage Rascal SBR, a Ruger 10/22 Charger, and a custom bolt action rifle from Sawtooth Rifles. The video highlights a collection of firearms, calibers, and the enjoyable experience of a community range day.

Part 2 of Kit Badger's 2021 Coast to Coast Tour features a range day near Cottage Grove, Oregon. The event showcases a variety of firearms from Q LLC, including The Fix, Honey Badger Pistol, and Honey Badger SD, along with their silencers. Radian Weapons is represented by the 10.5" Model 1 with Scalarworks PEAK sights and a Trash Panda silencer, and a 17.5" Model 1 with Unity Tactical mounts for an EOTech. Other notable firearms include Brownells BRN-180s, various .22 caliber firearms, a Knights Armament SR-25 from Shooting Surplus, and a custom bolt-action rifle from Sawtooth Rifles. The video also briefly mentions swimming with the creator's sons on Father's Day.

This guide provides essential tips for assembling an AR-15 upper receiver. It stresses the importance of quality parts and specialized tools like holding fixtures and rear sight installation tools. Precise torque specifications for the carrier key screws are crucial for proper function and longevity.