Videos tagged with SAPR Testing

This video showcases "OPERATION RED SKIES: Nightfire," a night shooting exercise focusing on long-range accuracy without specialized night vision equipment. The participants engage targets at 515 yards, illuminated by a ground-placed flashlight, and then move to 215 yards. The content highlights practical lessons learned from mistakes, particularly regarding,"spotter backup on dial spinning." It also touches upon fire safety due to high fire danger and mentions the occurrence of malfunctions, suggesting a focus on real-world shooting challenges and training opportunities.

This video documents the failure of a DPMS LR-308 'Franken Gun' during SAPR testing in Operation Red Skies. The rifle, a project build with mostly DPMS parts, experienced undergassing issues, performing poorly with steel ammunition. While initial speculation pointed to magazines or shooter technique, the owner suspects an undersized gas port on the Remington-produced, chrome-lined barrel is the root cause. The video highlights the potential pitfalls and costs of troubleshooting custom builds compared to reliable, factory-produced rifles with warranties.