Videos tagged with Throwback Thursday

This video provides a detailed review of the Arsenal SAM 7SF, an AK variant with a milled receiver and folding stock. Hickok45, a seasoned firearms enthusiast, shares his long-term impressions, highlighting the firearm's build quality, reliability, and shooting characteristics. He discusses the advantages of a milled receiver, the functionality of the folding stock, and compares it to other AK platforms, offering insights valuable for those considering an AK purchase.

This video, titled 'Float Tape: Part - 32', is a personal narrative from Kit Badger about his experiences during a USMC Western Pacific deployment in 2001-2002. He recounts how plans changed after 9/11 and shares footage captured on a MiniDV HandyCam during the deployment, which was later lost and rediscovered. This segment focuses on their time in Perth, Australia, at the beginning of 2002. The description also provides links to Kit Badger's website, shop, merchandise, and a book by Lt. Fick.

This video, "Float Tapes: Part - 31" by Kit Badger, delves into a personal deployment experience in the US Marine Corps in 2001. Originally intended to document a Western Pacific deployment with the 15th MEU SOC, plans shifted significantly after September 11th. The creator captured approximately 19 hours of footage on MiniDV tapes during the 6-month deployment, following his journey from start to finish. The tapes were lost for 18 years until recently rediscovered, and this series aims to tell the story of that deployment, with this specific part featuring liberty in Perth, Australia.

This episode of Calls From The Road features guest CCT Ed, a long-time friend of the host. The conversation delves into the rigorous Air Force selection pipeline and the challenges involved in passing it. They also discuss experiences with desert mobility during the invasion of Iraq while attached to a unit squadron, which ultimately led to discussions about the battle for the Haditha Dam. The episode is framed as a "Throwback Thursday" story, suggesting a personal and anecdotal approach to the topics covered.

This episode of the Float Tape series, filmed in Afghanistan in late 2001, offers a glimpse into the daily life and morale of deployed soldiers. It highlights the use of night vision for stargazing, the creation of makeshift gyms, and the importance of amenities like privacy and entertainment, such as a USO show. The video also touches on historical aspects, including former POW containment areas.

This episode of Kit Badger's Float Tape series revisits December 2001 in Afghanistan, detailing the challenges of military operations including setting up and taking down tents due to weather, the strategic importance of Kandahar Airfield, and a lengthy combat patrol. The patrol involved navigating difficult terrain, dealing with communication issues, and encountering unexpected situations like potential enemy vehicles that turned out to be misidentified. The narrative highlights the resilience and adaptability required in such environments, including dealing with morale issues and the physical demands of extended operations.

This "Throwback Thursday" video, Part 2, features a personal account from the creator's grandfather, Ray, about his experiences in the Navy during World War II. The narrative focuses on the Naval Battle of Guadalcanal, specifically Ray's time aboard the USS Portland. The description also includes links to the creator's website, Patreon, merchandise store, and promotes a Kit Badger T-Shirt.

This video is Part 1 of a "Throwback Thursday" series featuring the creator's grandfather, Ray, recounting his experiences in the Navy during World War II. Ray joined the Navy on July 4th, 1942, and was initially stationed aboard the USS Portland. The description also mentions a specific jacket worn by the creator (Prometheus Design Werx Iliad Field Jacket) and provides links to Kit Badger's website, Patreon, and merchandise store. The video is presented as a personal historical narrative with a focus on military service.

This is the first part of a "Throwback Thursday" series titled "Float Tapes." The creator, Kit Badger, recounts his experience as a young Sergeant and squad leader in the US Marine Corps in August 2001. He was preparing for a Westpac deployment with the 15th MEU SOC, originally planned to go to Djibouti for training. However, events of September 11th changed these plans. The creator intended to document his deployment with a Sony HandyCam, capturing approximately 19 hours of footage over six months. The "Float Tapes," 19 in total, were lost for about 18 years before being rediscovered. This video marks the beginning of sharing the story of that deployment, starting with the last night in the barracks at Camp Horno. Specific gear mentioned includes the Outdoor Research Floodlight Down Jacket and the Prometheus Design Werx A.G. Watch Cap.

This video marks the conclusion of a 2002 Baja 1000 off-road racing adventure. Part 8 brings the participant back home, signifying the end of an eventful journey. While not explicitly stated as the favorite segment, it provides a sense of closure to the entire Baja 1000 experience. The creator expresses gratitude to the viewers for watching.

This video is part 7 of a Throwback Thursday series focusing on the Baja 1000 off-road race. The description highlights a personal favorite segment where the creator experiences significant airtime in a Toyota Tercel Wagon. The video is associated with the Kit Badger brand and promotes their website and Patreon. While the video title and description do not mention firearms, the associated hashtags and brand suggest a potential connection to the firearms community through the creator's broader content.

This "Throwback Thursday" video features part 5 of the Kit Badger team's Baja 1000 adventure. This episode marks the conclusion of their "official" participation in the race, though their overall adventure is stated to be ongoing. The video highlights off-road racing and the experiences associated with it. The description also includes links for more videos, Patreon support, and Kit Badger product purchases.