Mossberg Mav88 - Vang Comp - Before & After

This guide details the custom modification process for a Stoeger Condor shotgun into a 'Whippet' style firearm, inspired by Prohibition-era bank robber specials. The process involves shortening barrels and stocks, porting barrels, and installing a vintage Nydar 47 reflex sight. The expertise of the customizer, who demonstrates deep knowledge of historical firearm categories and custom gunsmithing, is evident throughout.

This guide details the Vang Comp modification for the Remington 870, focusing on the technical aspects of barrel porting and lengthened forcing cones. Expertly explained by Garand Thumb, these modifications are shown to significantly reduce felt recoil and improve shot pattern consistency, making it a top-tier combat shotgun. The process enhances reliability through internal polishing and timing adjustments.

This video showcases James Reeves' Mossberg Maverick 88, which has received a custom camouflage finish and the signature Vang Comp barrel porting. The modification is noted as potentially the first of its kind for this model. A full review is anticipated, building on previous stress and mud tests documented on TFBTV and InRangeTV.

This video showcases a custom-built 12-gauge shotgun disguised as a broom, referred to as the 'Street Sweeper'. The creator demonstrates its operation, including loading, firing, and the use of both full-size and mini shells. Extensive testing is performed, including penetration tests in ballistic gel and against steel, as well as accuracy tests at various distances.

This video details modifications made to a Remington 870 shotgun for 3-Gun competition. Key enhancements include cutting the barrel, installing choke tubes, adding a magazine extension, and relieving the forcing cone for improved patterning. The speaker discusses the evolution of popular competition shotguns, noting the transition from the Remington 1100 to Benelli M2s.

This guide details an attempt to install an AR-15 trigger into a Derya Arms DY12 12-gauge shotgun. The process involves disassembly, fitting the AR-15 trigger, and reassembly, followed by a functional test. The video highlights potential compatibility issues due to differing internal designs, specifically the hammer mechanism and pin configurations, ultimately concluding that the AR-15 trigger is not directly compatible.

This guide details how to clear common malfunctions on an AK-74 platform rifle, specifically when heavily fouled with mud. Expert instruction from Karl Kasarda demonstrates advanced techniques for dealing with failures to go into battery, feeding issues, and stuck chambers. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding mechanical tolerances and performing thorough cleaning after such extreme environmental testing.

This guide details the historical method of igniting and deploying 18th-century grenades, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda of InRangeTV. It covers the preparation and use of a slow match to ignite the external timed fuse of a replica grenade. The video emphasizes that this is a replica and stresses the extreme danger and illegality of handling live explosives.

This guide details the proper application of a Gaza-style or CAT tourniquet, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda on InRangeTV. It emphasizes initial strap tightness before windlass use for effective hemorrhage control and occlusion. The instruction highlights the importance of securing the windlass and managing patient pain during application.

This guide details the historical loading process for the 1836 Colt Paterson revolver, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda. It covers the unique disassembly required, the precise powder charge and projectile seating using specialized tools, and the capping procedure. The instruction emphasizes a high level of expertise due to the intricate and period-specific nature of the task.