Videos tagged with Reloading Practice

This video details a comprehensive MHS trial comparison between the Beretta M9 A4, Glock 19X, and Sig Sauer M17. Conducted by Trench Grenade, the trials involve five distinct drills measuring accuracy, speed, and tactical application, using standard pressure Sig Sauer 115 grain FMJ ammunition. The results are meticulously recorded and analyzed to determine an overall winner based on cumulative scores across all exercises.

This video details a competitive firearms training drill called the "B Team" competition. The drill involves a combination of running, strength exercises with ruck plates, and shooting at a steel target from various positions, including kneeling. Participants are timed, and penalties are applied for misses and procedural errors, emphasizing both speed and accuracy under physical duress.

This video outlines five essential steps to becoming a better shooter, emphasizing self-blame and personal responsibility. Key takeaways include mastering firearm manipulation through dry-fire, researching reputable instructors, conducting purposeful range sessions with specific goals, and developing a personalized shooting style through trial and error. The instructor highlights that consistent practice and understanding your equipment are crucial for self-defense readiness.

This video argues against selecting a shotgun as a first self-defense firearm, primarily due to the significant challenges and limitations in training. The speaker, drawing from personal experience, highlights that shotgun training is expensive, ammunition is costly, and accessible training facilities are scarce compared to handguns or rifles. The video emphasizes that while shotguns are versatile, their practical application for self-defense is hindered by training accessibility, capacity limitations, and reloading difficulties, making handguns a more practical choice for new gun owners focused on defensive capabilities.

Ben Stoeger advises beginners against budgeting for extensive series of classes. He suggests informal learning through range practice with a friend to grasp basic safety and procedures. For more advanced skills, he recommends transitioning to performance-oriented classes focused on competition shooting concepts, which provide practice material for extended self-study.

This YouTube video, "Century Arms VSKA ak47 in slow motion at the range part 2," showcases the Century Arms VSKA AK-47 rifle being fired in slow motion. The creator acknowledges their difficulty with reloading the firearm and expresses a need for more practice in that specific skill. The video appears to be a brief range session focused on the visual aspect of the rifle's operation.

This video details the '1R1 Drill,' a fundamental pistol training exercise designed to build proficiency in drawing, firing a single round, performing a slide-lock reload, and firing a second round. The drill emphasizes efficient magazine changes and slide manipulation, making it ideal for beginners looking to improve core shooting skills, especially when ammunition is limited. The instructor advises beginners to focus on technique over speed initially, while those with experience should incorporate timing to challenge themselves.

This guide details how to safely use snap caps for firearm training, as demonstrated by 1st Shot Tactical. Snap caps are dummy rounds that allow for safe dry fire drills, reloading practice, and general firearm manipulation without the risk of firing a live round. The video emphasizes their utility for home practice and safe handling techniques.

This video demonstrates how airsoft firearms can be effectively used for training by firearms enthusiasts. It covers practicing reloads, correcting flinching, and engaging targets with realistic replicas like the Novritsch GBB pistol, SSR-15 AEG rifle, and P90 SMG. The instructor highlights the value of airsoft for home training due to its safety and convenience, emphasizing realistic trigger feel and operation despite minimal recoil.

This video features range time with a Ruger PC Carbine and a Ruger EC9S. The content includes practice with reloading and testing ammunition from Belom (124 grain round nose) and Wolf (115 grain bimetal). The uploader notes a preference for the Belom ammunition in the rifle, mentioning it had cycling issues in a S&W SD9VE, which they suspect is a finicky firearm. The Wolf ammunition experienced a couple of minor issues but was generally reliable.

This video showcases shooting a Palmetto State Armory PSAK47 GF3 with various magazines, including Croatian and Magpul Gen 3, while testing their reliability and the firearm's performance. The instructor emphasizes the fun of live-fire practice, especially with steel targets, and encourages viewers to stay proficient despite ammunition availability challenges. The PSAK47 GF3 is shown to run reliably with the tested ammunition and magazines.

This guide details how to construct cost-effective DIY reactive targets for firearms training, as demonstrated by Randy Rawhide and Emory from Tactical Rifleman. The targets are designed to simulate human reactions to being shot, focusing on a 'mobility kill' at the belt buckle and a secondary headshot. The construction involves readily available materials and simple assembly techniques, making them accessible for home practice.