This review by Tools&Targets compares PPU and Magtech .32 ACP JHP ammunition through ballistic gel and velocity testing. The expert instructor found neither performed exceptionally well, with limited expansion and penetration, suggesting better options like Buffalo Bore for .32 ACP self-defense. The Beretta 3032 Tomcat was used for testing.
This review covers the RSC 1917 rifle, a French semi-automatic military rifle from WWI, chambered in 8x51R Lebel. The demonstration highlights its unique en-bloc clip loading system and gas-operated action. It showcases the process of loading, firing, and unloading the rifle, emphasizing its historical significance and mechanical operation.
This video showcases the Lee-Enfield 1950 rifle, specifically the No. 4 MK 2 variant, chambered in .303 British. It details the magazine removal and loading process with PPU ammunition, demonstrating the rifle's smooth cock-on-closing bolt action. Live fire at an outdoor range highlights the iron sight picture, concluding with a slow-motion ejection sequence.
This video details the process of handloading vintage WWI tracer rounds for a Mosin Nagant PU Sniper rifle. It covers acquiring components like .30 caliber tracer bullets and PPU 7.62x54R brass, then demonstrates powder charging and bullet seating using a Lee Precision press. The demonstration culminates in a live-fire test to observe the tracer effect on a steel target.
This video showcases the Greek Mannlicher-Schoenauer 1903 rifle, detailing its historical significance and operational features. It demonstrates loading the unique rotary magazine, cycling the bolt action, and live-fire performance at an outdoor range. The review highlights specific ammunition types and manufacturer markings, offering insights into the rifle's historical context and technical specifications.
This video provides a detailed look at the Argentine Mauser 1909 rifle, showcasing its 7.65x53mm Argentine caliber and internal 5-round magazine. The demonstration includes loading, cycling the bolt-action, and live fire at steel targets, highlighting the rifle's smooth operation and recoil. Ammunition used was PPU 180 grain soft point boat tail.
This review showcases the Romanian TT-33 (TTC) chambered in 7.62x25mm Tokarev. The video demonstrates live fire on steel targets, highlighting the pistol's recoil and cycling action. It also features PPU ammunition and notes the Century Arms International import mark.
This video demonstrates the operation of the French Berthier Rifle, specifically focusing on its unique en-bloc clip loading system. It showcases the use of 8x51R Lebel cartridges and the bolt-action mechanism during live fire at an outdoor range. The footage highlights the distinct ejection of spent casings and the clip falling free after the last round.
This extensive 15,000-round test reveals the surprising longevity of a Criterion CORE series AR-15 barrel. Despite significant internal wear, including fire cracking and erosion, the barrel maintained respectable accuracy, particularly with 77gr handloads. The test highlights how barrel degradation impacts ammunition sensitivity and emphasizes the importance of rigorous testing methodologies.
This video showcases the Smith & Wesson Victory Model revolver, a historical military sidearm. It details the loading procedure with PPU .38 S&W ammunition and demonstrates live fire in both single and double-action modes. The video also highlights the manual ejection of spent casings in slow motion.
This video provides a detailed look at the G98/40, a Hungarian-made bolt-action rifle used by German forces in WWII. It demonstrates the preparation and loading of 8mm Mauser ammunition using stripper clips and showcases the rifle's live-fire performance on steel targets, highlighting its bolt-action cycle and iron sight picture. Visuals include close-ups of the rifle's markings and slow-motion ejection of spent casings.
This video provides a detailed look at the FN-49 semi-automatic rifle, chambered in 8mm Mauser. It demonstrates the loading procedure for its internal magazine and showcases live fire with PPU 198gr cartridges. The presentation highlights the rifle's action cycling in slow motion and offers insights into its safety and sights.
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