Videos tagged with US Navy SEALs

This video provides an in-depth review of the Sig Sauer P226 40th Anniversary pistol, highlighting its historical significance stemming from the XM9 trials and its adoption by the US Navy SEALs. The presenter details the pistol's design evolution, technical specifications like its Nitron finish and DA/SA trigger system, and compares it to its predecessors and contemporaries. The review emphasizes the P226's legacy of durability and reliability in various environments.

This review focuses on the Benrus Type I-C, a reissue of a Vietnam-era military dive watch originally issued to US Navy SEALs. The watch is praised for its durability, tool-like feel, and historical significance. Key features include a 316L stainless steel case, 30 ATM water resistance, a bidirectional bezel with minute markers, and a Swiss automatic movement. While noted as a chunky watch that may wear large on smaller wrists, its robust construction and military heritage make it a compelling option for enthusiasts.

This video showcases the HK MP-7 A1, featuring a penetration test, knockdown power demonstration, and descriptions of its "ripping & tearing" capabilities. The video highlights the MP-7's use by US Navy Seals and Special Forces, with the creator expressing enjoyment in its production, particularly the ending. The content aims to be educational and entertaining for firearms enthusiasts.

This video features Navy SEALs discussing their experiences and perceptions of the US Army, particularly Special Operations units like Rangers. They share anecdotes from training, deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan, and cultural differences between the branches. The discussion highlights the Army's large numbers, their operational tempo, and the distinct training and operational philosophies of different units.

This video discusses the evolution of mission structures and task organization between US Army Rangers and Navy SEALs. It highlights how both units adapted their operational footprints, team sizes, and specialized capabilities in response to lessons learned in combat theaters like Iraq and Afghanistan. The discussion covers the shift from larger, traditional units to smaller, more specialized elements, and the cross-pollination of tactics and gear between different Special Operations Forces.

Alan Cooper, a former Marine Reconnaissance, Green Beret, and CIA contractor, recounts his experiences in Operation Desert Storm. He details his early life, motivations for joining the Marines, and his progression through specialized training, including scout swimming and amphibious landings. Cooper vividly describes the chaos and challenges of the Battle of Khafji, where his small team was trapped behind enemy lines for 48 hours, and a critical mission to find a route through Iraqi minefields that helped end the war. The narrative highlights the realities of combat, the importance of reconnaissance, and the personal toll of warfare.

This video from Brownells' 'From the Vault' series showcases Elvis Presley's Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 9mm pistol, presented by Keith Ford and Steve Ostrom from Rock Island Auction House. The discussion highlights the pistol's historical significance as an early double-action 9mm, its adoption by the Illinois State Patrol, and its use by US Navy SEALs. The specific firearm's provenance, having belonged to Elvis Presley and later his bodyguard Sonny West, is a key focus, with mentions of potential sweat corrosion from Elvis.

This video provides a comparative look at the Smith & Wesson M76 and the Swedish K submachine guns. It details the historical context of the M76's development for the US Navy due to supply issues with the Swedish K during the Vietnam War. Key differences in design, such as stocks, sights, and magazine types, are highlighted, along with operational similarities like being open-bolt select-fire weapons.

This video provides an expert-level review of the Stoner 63 system, featuring Ian McCollum's in-depth analysis. He demonstrates and discusses the Mk23 LMG, the 'Bren' configuration, and the Carbine variant, highlighting their operational characteristics and historical context. McCollum emphasizes the Stoner 63's exceptional controllability in LMG roles and compares its carbine variant to modern platforms.

This guide details the basic disassembly of the Smith & Wesson Model 76 submachine gun, a firearm developed during the Vietnam War era. The process involves removing the magazine well and bolt for inspection and cleaning. Proper safety protocols, including ensuring the weapon is unloaded, are paramount. The Model 76 is an NFA-registered machine gun, requiring specific legal compliance.