Videos tagged with OEM Magazines

This video from GUNBROS, featuring instructor Jarod, discusses the nuances of magazine capacity in firearms. While more rounds are generally desirable for defensive situations, the video emphasizes that it's not a 'free lunch.' Key considerations include magazine reliability, potential trade-offs in weight and maneuverability, and concealability. The expert advises balancing the desire for high capacity with the need for dependable function and practical carry characteristics.

This video, hosted by Johnny B and featuring Paul Harrell, delves into various memes and touches upon firearm-related topics, including a segment on Check-Mate magazines. The discussion highlights the origin, warranty, compatibility, and manufacturing type of these magazines, emphasizing their American-made quality. While primarily entertainment-focused with a rapid-fire meme segment, it provides practical information for firearm owners regarding magazine sourcing and specifications.

This video, from SPN Firearms, challenges the notion that Glocks hold the highest capacity in small 9mm handguns, focusing exclusively on OEM magazines. The expert instructor highlights the Springfield Armory XD-M Elite Compact 3.8" as a superior option for capacity, boasting a 35+1 round capability with extended OEM magazines, significantly outperforming Glock models like the 26 and 27. The review also touches on the XD-M Elite's features, value, and its position relative to newer models like the Springfield Armory Echelon, while offering a critique of Glock's product strategy.

This video discusses an upcoming 'burndown test' for a Glock 19, where the firearm will be subjected to a high volume of rounds to test its durability. The host presents three potential Glock models for the test: a Glock 19 Gen 3 (Nighthawk's carry gun), a Glock 19 Gen 5 (the host's carry gun), and a Glock 43X. Viewers are asked to vote in the comments on which model they want to see undergo the extensive testing.

This video critically reviews Shield Arms magazines for Glock 43X and 48 pistols, citing frequent malfunctions due to poor spring tension and design. The speaker strongly advises against using Shield Arms magazines for concealed carry or personal protection, recommending Glock OEM magazines as a reliable alternative. The content highlights the importance of reliable feeding for self-defense firearms.

This review of ProMag 32-round magazines for the Sig Sauer P365 Macro (also compatible with P365 XL and P365) highlights significant reliability issues. The reviewer details problems with magazine ejection, failure to lock the slide back on an empty magazine, and overall inconsistent performance, strongly recommending OEM Sig Sauer magazines as a more reliable alternative despite the higher cost.

The video strongly recommends the Glock 19 as the ideal first handgun for various roles including home defense, duty, car carry, and concealed carry. The instructor emphasizes its exceptional reliability, stating it's more common to find one that doesn't work than one that does. The Glock 19 is also highlighted for its extensive aftermarket support and accuracy, which the speaker claims exceeds the average shooter's capability.

This video addresses the common question of whether leaving firearm magazines fully loaded damages the springs. The instructor, from PRO GUN, explains that constant compression does not wear out magazine springs; rather, it's the repeated compression and decompression cycles during shooting that cause wear. He asserts that good quality magazines, including OEM and reputable aftermarket brands like Wilson Combat and Chip McCormick, can be safely stored fully loaded for extended periods without degradation.

This video strongly advises against using ProMag magazines for any critical application, including self-defense or concealed carry. The speaker highlights significant reliability issues, such as follower nose-diving and difficulty loading to full capacity, observed in a ProMag magazine compared to a factory SIG Sauer P320 magazine. The recommendation is to prioritize factory OEM magazines for preparedness, suggesting a minimum of six, and to reserve aftermarket options like ProMag solely for range use or malfunction testing.

This video strongly advises against most aftermarket firearm magazines, emphasizing that Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) magazines are generally the most reliable for survival in a gunfight. The instructor, with extensive military experience, highlights that firearm designs are often based around their intended magazines. He specifically calls out Shield Arms, ETS, and Magpul Glock magazines as unreliable training aids, and recommends Gen 3 PMAGs for AR-15s and OEM Beretta magazines for the M9/A4. The core message is to prioritize proven, manufacturer-supplied magazines for critical applications.

Paul Harrell offers five accessible safety tips for the new year, focusing on practical, low-cost actions. These include practicing home navigation in the dark, preparing a vehicle and 'get home bag' for emergencies, refreshing concealed carry ammunition, incorporating brief dry-fire sessions, and acquiring extra OEM magazines for firearms.

This video, titled "SHIELD ARMS MAGAZINE RANT," strongly advises viewers to seek proper training and exclusively use OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) magazines. The description emphasizes the importance of qualified instruction and proper equipment selection, suggesting that non-OEM magazines may be a point of failure or concern. The creator also provides links to their Patreon and Instagram for further engagement.