This video argues for the merits of the 5.56 AK platform, highlighting its advantages over traditional 7.62 AKs. The speaker emphasizes that the 5.56 AK retains the classic AK look and legendary reliability while offering cheaper, lighter, and more accurate ammunition. The widespread availability of 5.56 NATO ammunition, in various types like steel and brass case, for both range and defensive use, is a key benefit.
This review of the Sig Sauer P211 GTO highlights its impressive build quality, with excellent machining and a comfortable ergonomic feel. The pistol is optic-ready, features ambient controls, a flared magwell, and comes with multiple magazines and recoil springs for tuning. It demonstrated reliability across various ammunition types, including steel-cased and match-grade rounds, after an initial spring adjustment.
This video provides an in-depth look at the Vityaz KP9, a 9mm pistol based on the AK platform. The presenter shares extensive positive experiences with his C Collection USA KP9, highlighting its reliability over 10,000 rounds, including with steel-cased ammunition. He details various aftermarket upgrades and discusses the platform's suitability for home defense and recreational shooting, noting the upcoming return of the Vityaz to the market.
This video discusses the import ban on Russian ammunition, specifically Red Army Standard 7.62x39mm steel case. The speaker demonstrates shooting this ammunition through a Century Arms AK, noting its tendency to get hands dirty but also its surprisingly low recoil due to a large muzzle brake. An alternative ammunition sourcing method via Ammo Squared is also presented.
Gun store owners discuss the current state of ammunition prices, noting a decrease driven by increased foreign supply and reduced consumer demand. While prices are down from recent highs, they are not expected to return to historical lows due to inflation and increased component costs. The market is adjusting as consumers become less fearful and more price-conscious, a trend attributed to responsible purchasing habits during past shortages.
This video details a 1000-round torture test of the Stenzel SAK-21, a high-end AK variant, conducted in under an hour. The test aimed to assess the firearm's durability and reliability under extreme conditions, including sustained firing, high temperatures, and suppressed use. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, meticulously documents the process, noting minor hiccups and performing an in-depth internal inspection post-test.
Gun store owners discuss the current state of ammunition pricing, noting that while prices have dropped from their peak, they are unlikely to return to historical lows due to inflation and increased component costs. The influx of more affordable imported ammunition, often steel-cased, is contributing to lower prices, but domestic manufacturers still cater to a preference for 'Made in USA' products. Consumer behavior, specifically holding the line on excessively high prices, is credited with driving down demand and subsequently prices.
This video provides a 100-yard accuracy test of three different 7.62x39 steel-case ammunition types: Wolf 122gr FMJ, Soviet Arms 122gr FMJ, and Saber Blade 123gr Black Tip. The results show Soviet Arms (1.66 inches) and Wolf (1.73 inches) slightly outperforming Saber Blade (2.1 inches) in three-shot groups, with the speaker noting that steel-case ammunition performance is generally consistent and typical for its class within 100 yards.
This video provides an in-depth, long-term review of the PSA Krink chambered in 5.56, exceeding 2500 rounds. The presenter, Mark, details his personal experience, noting zero failures to feed, fire, or eject after a chamber polish addressed initial steel case ammunition issues. He meticulously examines internal wear on components like the bolt, carrier, and hammer, offering insights into expected wear patterns and potential concerns for PSA's 5.56 and 5.45 AK platforms.
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of recommended and discouraged ammunition choices for concealed carry, focusing on 9mm. The instructor emphasizes the critical importance of testing ammunition in your specific firearm to ensure reliability. Key recommendations include Federal HST and Speer Gold Dot for their feeding reliability and consistent performance, while cautioning against steel case, Turkish-made, and certain AAC and Sig V-Crown loads due to potential stoppages and inconsistencies.
This video provides a comprehensive 1000-round review of the Ruger RXM pistol, a collaboration between Ruger and Magpul. The reviewer details the firearm's features, including its optics-ready slide, suppressor height sights, and modular design based on a Gen 3 Glock frame. The review meticulously documents performance across various ammunition types and grain weights, noting observations on trigger break-in, heat buildup on the FCU pin, and potential slide bite. The reviewer concludes that the RXM is a solid contender, particularly for its price point, while highlighting areas for potential manufacturer improvement.
Joel Park discusses defining effective practice ammunition, emphasizing cost and availability as primary factors. He advises against training with ammunition significantly softer than competition loads, as it can hinder adaptation to recoil. Conversely, training with hotter loads and then switching to milder competition ammo is acceptable. For rifle training, PMC and Winchester 55-grain FMJ are recommended for their value, while steel case like Wolf is noted for lower recoil compared to XM193.
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