The American Soldiers Gun In The Last 100 Years

This guide details 17 lesser-known features and maintenance hacks found across various popular firearms, including AK variants, S&W M&P pistols, Mossberg shotguns, Beretta 92, Remington 870, Ruger 10/22 and LCP Max, AR-15/M16 platforms, Browning Auto-5, Walther P99, and the M1 Garand. Instruction covers utilizing built-in cleaning kits, adjustment tools, action locks, status indicators, and disassembly aids, emphasizing practical field use and safety.

This guide explores the exhibits at Dragonman's Museum, focusing on World War II artifacts. It details displays of iconic firearms like the M1919 Browning, M1 Garand, and M3 Grease Gun, alongside reconnaissance equipment, communication gear, and medical kits. The museum commemorates D-Day and offers insights into soldier life during the war.

This episode of the GUNS Magazine Podcast (GMP #299) explores the surprising history of iconic firearms that faced initial rejection and skepticism before achieving legendary status. Hosts Brent Wheat and Roy Huntington discuss the Winchester 1873, Marlin 336, Colt Single Action Army, Colt Python, M1 Garand, AR-15, and GLOCK. The episode highlights their rocky beginnings, public doubts, and eventual triumph, showcasing stories of innovation and perseverance in the firearm industry.

This video from AT3 Tactical's "Old School Ordnance" series delves into the history of the Colt 602, a pivotal but often overlooked rifle in the AR-15's evolutionary path. Host Sam explores the Colt 602's design, its place within the AR-15 family tree, and the reasons it didn't become the primary rifle for the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, often compared to the M14 and M16. The episode touches on the U.S. Air Force's role and the rifle's "troubled start," concluding with its historical significance and relevance in today's retro AR market.

This video explores the evolution of firearms and the resistance to new generations of weapons. It highlights how soldiers often preferred older, familiar designs over newer technologies, such as the M1 Garand over the Springfield 1903, or the M16 over the M1 Garand. The trend towards accessorizing modern rifles with optics and suppressors is also discussed, showcasing the continuous adaptation and debate surrounding firearm development.

This video promotes the "Small Arms of the Cold War: NATO Battle Rifles" book, focusing on the historical context and iconic designs of battle rifles used by NATO forces. It details the strategic differences between NATO's full-power cartridges and the Eastern bloc's intermediate cartridges. The book covers over 70 models, organized by type, including notable rifles like the FAL, G3, M14, AR-10, and MAS, with a chapter dedicated to precursors and others. The book features historical insights from Ian McCollum and photography by James Rupley, providing a comprehensive look at these often under-documented firearms.

This video demonstrates the process of loading and preparing a Serbu RN-50 rifle chambered in .50 BMG. It highlights the manual single-shot loading procedure, securing the breech, and utilizing a BOG tripod with Primary Arms optics for stable aiming. The shooter showcases safe handling of a high-caliber firearm and knowledge of specialized actions.

This video humorously demonstrates what happens when a gamer forgets to throw a grenade after pulling the pin. It highlights that a grenade only detonates once the safety lever (spoon) is released, showing a comedic explosion after the pin is pulled but the lever is held. The content uses a tactical gear aesthetic for comedic effect.

This video satirizes a statement made by Joe Biden regarding pistol braces, humorously demonstrating the physical impossibility of his claims. The creator, Johnny Q, visually contrasts a handgun with rifle components like a Magpul PMAG and a .50 BMG round to highlight the misinformation. The content uses visual gags and firearm knowledge to critique political statements on Second Amendment issues.

This video clarifies the 'John Wick one-hand reload' is actually a one-hand press check. Johnny Q demonstrates the technique, emphasizing its use for verifying a round in the chamber after a magazine insertion, not as a primary reload method. The demonstration includes racking the slide against gear and a live-fire confirmation.