RECOIL LIVE: State of the Gun Industry

This video explains why 9mm ammunition is the first to disappear during demand surges. It details how its status as a busy market lane, NATO standardization, and overwhelming popularity among new and experienced shooters create a unique vulnerability. The explanation covers production bottlenecks, especially primer supply, and how experienced shooters' consistent purchasing habits deplete stock before panic buying even begins.

This video features Jarod from GUNBROS discussing the unique honesty and community spirit within the firearms industry, contrasting it with his previous experience in the oil and gas sector. He highlights that passion for the Second Amendment, rather than just profit, drives many individuals in the gun industry, fostering a more supportive and less cutthroat environment.

This video addresses claims made about manufacturing changes in firearms, specifically focusing on the transition from stamped parts to Metal Injection Molding (MIM). The speaker clarifies that a quoted $30 cost saving per pistol was an expression, not a literal figure, and that the issue involves a variety of parts, not just a single component like the striker safety lever. The core concern highlighted is a potential reduction in quality and the alleged outsourcing of manufacturing to India for MIM processes, rather than a simple cost-saving measure.

This video features a podcast discussing firearms, politics, and the creator economy within the gun community. The host shares opinions on political figures, gun rights organizations like the NRA, and criticizes other content creators. He also promotes his merchandise and discusses controversial T-shirt designs, highlighting the intersection of firearms advocacy, political expression, and online content creation.

This video features a discussion between Lucas Botkin of T-Rex Arms and a host on the importance of consistent firearms training, dispelling common excuses for not training, and the ethical considerations within the firearms industry. Botkin emphasizes that dedication and resourcefulness are key to improving shooting skills, regardless of access to private ranges. He also touches on the challenges of running a business with strong convictions in the current market and the evolving landscape of the Second Amendment community.

This video provides exclusive coverage of the SHOT Show in Las Vegas, highlighting industry gatherings, media row interviews, and the upcoming Gundies awards. It emphasizes the importance of subscribing to WTF.TV for full access to Second Amendment content and event details. The content is presented with enthusiasm and professionalism, reflecting high authority in the firearms media space.

This guide details the technique for firing the Micro Uzi in full-auto, as demonstrated by Dave Merrill and Dave Rhoden on RECOILtv. It emphasizes proper grip, stock usage, and recoil management due to the firearm's high cyclic rate (1250 RPM). The instruction highlights the effectiveness of the compensator ports in controlling muzzle rise during intense firing sequences.

This video provides an expert-level look inside a real Ukrainian arms room in 2024, showcasing a diverse array of weaponry from Soviet-era relics to modern Western platforms. Host Iain Harrison, RECOIL's editor, details the logistical shift towards NATO standards and highlights specific weapon systems in use by Ukrainian forces in Eastern Ukraine. The entry emphasizes the practical application and integration of various firearms and munitions in a high-intensity conflict zone.

This entry details the extensive career of Billy Waugh, a legendary figure in US special operations and intelligence. It covers his early life, military service in Korea and Vietnam with Special Forces and SOG, pioneering HALO jump techniques, and advanced intelligence gathering operations in Africa. Waugh's expertise in clandestine surveillance, tracking high-value targets like Carlos the Jackal and Osama bin Laden, and utilizing night operations in challenging environments is highlighted.

This guide details the field stripping and basic operation of the PKM machine gun, as demonstrated by Iain Harrison of RECOILtv. It covers disassembly steps including barrel and bolt carrier group removal, as well as loading and unloading procedures. Harrison, an expert with high authority, highlights the PKM's Soviet construction and unique feeding mechanism compared to Western designs.