Videos tagged with Springfield M1A SOCOM 16

This review of the Springfield M1A SOCOM 16 provides an in-depth look at its features, performance, and potential applications. The rifle is presented as a more compact variant of the classic M1A platform, chambered in .308 Winchester. Key aspects discussed include its synthetic chassis, optic mounting considerations, proprietary muzzle device challenges for suppressor use, and unique magazine loading technique. The review highlights its manageable recoil for its caliber and its suitability as a versatile 'do-all' rifle for various roles, from hunting to home defense, while acknowledging its price point and accuracy limitations out-of-the-box.

This video reviews the ProMag Archangel stock for the Springfield M1A SOCOM 16, highlighting its ability to modernize the platform and improve functionality, especially when wearing a plate carrier. The instructor discusses the stock's pros, including enhanced accessory mounting and a tighter fit for potential accuracy gains, and cons, primarily its unbalanced weight distribution. The review emphasizes its budget-friendly nature compared to other chassis systems.

This video details an experiment testing the bullet-stopping capabilities of wet concrete. Lead Firearms Instructor Matt Carriker, demonstrating experienced authority, uses various firearms from .22 LR to .50 BMG. The results show wet concrete is surprisingly effective at stopping rounds up to .308 Winchester, with only the .50 BMG penetrating.