Videos tagged with Side Charger

This guide outlines how to build an RPK-inspired rifle on an AR-15 platform. Key modifications include a 24-inch barrel for accuracy, a large muzzle brake for rapid follow-up shots, a bipod for stability, and a fixed stock for consistency. A side-charging upper is also suggested for easier reloading.

The GForce Jawbone PDW is evaluated against competitors like the Extar EP9 and EP45. The speaker, an experienced firearm enthusiast, notes the Jawbone's surprisingly solid build quality for its price point and highlights its compatibility with Glock magazines. The Extar series is praised for its AR-style controls and side-charging handle, with a mention of a 10mm variant for the EP45. The video suggests that despite a potential dip in the budget PDW market, the Jawbone offers significant value.

This review introduces the GForce Jawbone, a budget-friendly 9mm PDW that takes Glock magazines and features a side charger. The presenter compares it to established competitors like the CZ Scorpion Evo 3, Ruger PC Charger, and Xtar EP9, noting its Turkish origin and hybrid polymer/aluminum construction. While acknowledging its attractive price point and feature set, the review raises questions about potential reliability issues, particularly with hollow points and suppressors, suggesting it might be experiencing 'new gun growing pains'.

This review introduces the newest Ruger Mini-14, highlighting its aesthetic appeal with walnut furniture and a matte stainless finish. Key features include an innovative bolt lock mechanism for unique functionality and an AK-style side charger. The rifle is patterned after the Garand, boasting an 18.5-inch stainless steel barrel and coming equipped with Ruger's integrated scope mount system and two 20-round magazines.

This video details an accuracy test of a 24-inch barreled rifle, identified as a Homestead Defense Rifle, at 100 yards. The test utilizes a digital thermal optic and remanufactured ammunition, surprisingly achieving sub-MOA groups. The rifle features a Bear Creek Arsenal barrel, Fab Defense furniture, and a Devil Dog Concept side charger, with a 3-inch muzzle brake contributing to quick follow-up shots.

This video details the construction of an AR-15 platform rifle designed to emulate the characteristics of an RPK. Key components include a 27-inch barrel (technically 24-inch AR-15), a large UltraDine muzzle brake for recoil reduction, a Devil Dog Concept side charger, and various Fab Defense accessories like the Rats stock, Gratus Grip, rail covers, and a sturdy bipod. The build aims for suppressive fire capabilities, utilizing a 60-round ATI magazine and chambered in 5.56.

This video reviews the new Ruger Mini-14, highlighting its innovative folding stock with walnut furniture and matte stainless finish. It details the rifle's features, including the side charger, ghost ring sights, 18.5-inch stainless barrel threaded 1/2x28, and a fixed piston gas system. The reviewer also discusses its reliability, brass ejection distance, and the option for optics.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Micro Galil, highlighting its unique features and comparing it to other Galil variants. The presenter, from Arm&Gun, expresses a strong personal preference for the Micro Galil, emphasizing its compact size, improved ergonomics over traditional AK platforms, and satisfying operational sounds. The review covers specifications, controls, ergonomics, and the 'secret sauce' that makes the Micro Galil special, concluding with a comparison to the Galil Gat and a demonstration of its ASMR qualities.

This short overview introduces the VSS Vintorez, a Russian integrally suppressed sniper rifle. Key features highlighted include its rock-and-lock AK-style magazine (double stack, double feed), side-charging handle with a linear hammer, and an ejectable buttstock. The integral suppressor utilizes a ported barrel to slow down supersonic ammunition for quiet operation. The rifle also features iron sights usable behind an optic.

This video provides a quick overview of the Micro Uzi, highlighting its transitional design between the standard Micro Uzi and the Uzi Pro. It showcases key features like the 29-round double-stack magazine, foldable stock, right-handed magazine release, and the "baby Widow" barrel with cuts to mitigate muzzle rise. The presenter also demonstrates the addition of a picatinny rail for accessories like a forward grip and red dot sight, and mentions the built-in grip safety and simple takedown procedure.

This video provides an in-depth look at a transitional Micro Uzi, positioned between older and newer Uzi models, featuring a flat top upper and side charger. The presenter details its weight (5.1 lbs unloaded with a 29-round magazine), dimensions (11 inches long), and operational aspects, including its closed-bolt firing mechanism and trigger pull characteristics. Ergonomics are discussed, highlighting the challenges of the reciprocating charging handle and the advantages of a non-reciprocating version found on some variants.

This guide details the preparation and live-fire demonstration of the CMMG Br47 rifle in 7.62x39mm. It covers loading AK-47 style magazines, operating the non-reciprocating side charger, and engaging targets with a Vector Optics scope. The demonstration highlights controlled rapid fire and the suppressed sound signature, showcasing the rifle's performance in a live-fire scenario on an outdoor range.