Videos tagged with Steel Magazine

This video reviews the new 15-round steel magazines for the Glock 43X and Glock 48. The presenter highlights the increased capacity compared to the original 10-round magazines and notes the steel-lined construction. While the magazines are longer, they are confirmed to seat properly with the slide closed and are designed to aid in stripping the magazine if a double feed occurs.

This video from Classic Firearms showcases Mec-Gar's new 20-round and 18-round magazines for the Glock 17, presented at IWA 2026. The 20-round version features an extended base plate, while the 18-round model offers a flush-fit design. Both are constructed from durable steel.

This video reviews the Mora Arms 20-round MP5 magazine, highlighting its steel construction, silver metal follower, and sub-$40 price point. It notes the magazine's shorter profile makes it suitable for concealed carry or backpack use. While generally functional, the reviewer demonstrates a 'rock and lock' insertion technique sometimes required, particularly on the AP5SD, attributing it to an initial slippery coating that wears in with use. The magazine is confirmed to function reliably after testing.

This guide demonstrates fundamental AK-47 operation, including proper magazine insertion and chambering a round. The silent demonstration highlights weapon manipulation techniques for the AK platform, culminating in a controlled live fire exercise on an outdoor range. The video showcases familiarity with the AK platform's controls and safe firing practices.

This video features Nikko Ortiz humorously comparing a gold-plated AK-47, jokingly associated with El Chapo, to a standard AK-style rifle. He touches on the AKG brand and offers a lighthearted assessment of the firearm's aesthetics and potential for further customization.

This expert-level review of the IWI Masada pistol, based on over 4,000 rounds fired, highlights its promising features and long-term reliability. The instructor notes its optics-ready slide, ambidextrous controls, and comfortable ergonomics as key advantages over early Glock models. Despite a minor critique of the trigger safety's feel during extended firing, the Masada is praised for its durable construction, accurate performance, and ability to run reliably even without lubrication for extended periods.

This review by Sootch00 details the Shield Arms Z9 9+1 capacity magazine for the Glock 43. It highlights the magazine's all-steel construction, improved capacity, and the necessity of a steel magazine release for durability. The review includes live-fire testing with 300 rounds of Fiocchi ammunition, reporting zero malfunctions and free magazine drops. Sootch00 concludes the Z9 effectively enhances the Glock 43's competitiveness in the micro-compact market.

This video features a drop and full-auto test of 10 popular AR-15 magazines. Gunmag aims to demonstrate how well these magazines perform under stress, prioritizing durability when fully loaded and reliable feeding at high cyclic rates. The test orders the magazines from the internet's most favored to least favored, offering a practical evaluation for firearm enthusiasts looking for reliable AR-15 magazine options. The video includes a detailed breakdown of each magazine tested, a recap, and bloopers.

This guide details the features and installation considerations for the Shield Arms S15 Gen 2 15-round magazines for the Glock 43X and Glock 48. It highlights the ambidextrous cutouts, improved floor plate, updated follower, and redesigned spine for enhanced reliability and ease of use. The guide also emphasizes Shield Arms' recommendation for an upgraded magazine release to mitigate wear from the steel magazine body.

This video provides a detailed comparison between the AKM (modern AK-47) and the VZ 58, highlighting their key differences. It covers external features like muzzle threads and gas systems, and delves into internal mechanisms, including receiver construction (stamped vs. machined), firing systems (hammer vs. striker), and piston operation (long stroke vs. short stroke). The comparison also touches on stock types, magazine differences, and the VZ 58's bolt hold-open and stripper clip guide features. Both firearms are noted as battle-proven and chambered in 7.62x39mm.

This expert guide details the installation and function testing of the Shield Arms S15 15-round magazine for Glock G43x and G48 pistols. The review highlights the S15's ability to match Glock 19 capacity in a thinner profile, its all-steel construction, and extensive reliability testing. It's presented as a significant upgrade for owners seeking increased capacity in a compact platform.

This video provides an overview of the Mossberg MC2c, a compact 9mm pistol introduced at SHOT Show 2020. Rich Nance of Guns & Ammo magazine interviews Joe from Mossberg, highlighting the pistol's features, including its two versions (with and without crossbolt safety), steel magazines (13 and 15-round capacities), and ergonomic grip enhancements. The MC2c is presented as a larger iteration of the previous MC1 model.