Videos tagged with Turkish Firearms

This review of the Derya DY9 Island 9mm pistol highlights its unique 'island barrel' design and factory RMR cut slide. The presenter, RGG, emphasizes independent testing, finding the pistol to be highly reliable across various ammunition types and compatible with Glock magazines. While the price point is noted as slightly high, the overall performance, features, and reliability earn it an 'above average' rating.

The GForce Rapture GF9 is presented as a budget-friendly micro-compact 9mm pistol designed to rival the Springfield Hellcat. It features a 3.25-inch barrel, fiber optic sights, aggressive slide serrations, and an RMSc-pattern optics cut. The grip texture is noted as excellent, and it comes with a 12-round magazine. However, potential buyers should be aware of a possible break-in period for reliability and inconsistent Quality Control, particularly concerning trigger smoothness.

This video provides a comprehensive 1000-round range review of the Derya Melik Gold, a 9mm clone of the Beretta 92. The instructor assesses its practicality, covering specifications, first impressions, accuracy, speed drills, and potential malfunctions to determine its overall performance and value for potential buyers.

This review delves into the SAR 9 Meta, highlighting its current $199 price point at Palmetto State Armory as a significant value. While the SAR 9 Meta is optics-ready, the speaker notes a poorly implemented system where the optic sits high and the battery is exposed. Newer generations of SAR 9 pistols offer improved optics solutions. The SAR 9 Meta features ambidextrous thumb safeties and a reversible magazine release, making it a functional and budget-friendly option.

This review covers the Derya Melik Gold, a Beretta 92 clone manufactured in Turkey with a distinctive gold and silver finish. The pistol demonstrated exceptional reliability during a thousand-round range test, experiencing zero malfunctions and performing as an 'absolute workhorse.' Accuracy testing also yielded positive results, making it a noteworthy option for those seeking both aesthetics and performance.

This video provides a presentation of the ZIGANA Sport handgun, detailing its technical specifications. The presenter, identified as a hobbyist, showcases the firearm and its key measurements, including barrel length, overall length, height, weight, capacity, width, and trigger pull.

This video provides a visual showcase and operational demonstration of the Mertsav MSG9A, a Turkish-made MP5 clone. It covers loading, manual of arms including the iconic 'HK slap', and a live-fire test highlighting reliability and recoil management. The expert handling and controlled rapid fire suggest an experienced operator.

This video reviews the Turkish Sovran Arms Elmwood S12, a lever action shotgun, by testing its reliability through live fire. The demonstration highlights two significant jams during the testing phase, leading to a cautionary conclusion about its suitability for home defense or everyday carry (EDC). The instructor, demonstrating experienced handling, identifies the firearm type and malfunctions.

This review of the SAR Subcompact Gen II (or Gen III) highlights its value proposition, comparing it to the Glock 27 in size and ergonomics. The firearm demonstrates reliable performance with both range and defensive ammunition, though a notable issue with the rear sight drifting occurred during testing. The reviewer, with extensive experience, provides insights into its shooting characteristics, capacity, and features, concluding it's a capable compact pistol for its price point.

This guide details an attempt to install an AR-15 trigger into a Derya Arms DY12Y 12-gauge shotgun. The process involves disassembling the shotgun, examining the lower receiver for compatibility, and attempting installation of CMC AR-15/10 triggers. The video highlights significant differences in pin retention and hammer design between AR-15s and this Turkish-made shotgun, ultimately concluding that direct AR-15 trigger swaps are not feasible without extensive modification.

This review of the Derya TM22 Flash 18, a Turkish-made .22LR rifle with AR-style aesthetics, highlights its unique magazine feed system, 18-inch threaded barrel, and M-LOK handguard. The presenter, with significant firearms expertise, details the rifle's controls, sights, adjustable stock, and trigger characteristics, noting it as a decent option with some creep. The package includes essential tools and two 10-round magazines, with larger capacity options available.

This review of the Derya TM22 highlights its value as a budget-friendly rimfire rifle, suitable for training new shooters and competition. The reviewer, an experienced firearms instructor, discusses its performance with suppressors, noting potential cycling issues common with .22 LR and the need for a spacer due to non-standard barrel threading. Tips are provided for loading the magazines, which can be challenging.