An Example of The Problem: Pima Pistol Club, 2g-ACM, Brutality Matches and Gun Rights

This video explains the philosophy behind 'Brutality Matches,' emphasizing that they are designed for personal challenge and experience rather than pure competition. Speakers Ian and Yari discuss how stages are intentionally made difficult, often incorporating elements like heavy armor, gas masks, and unconventional obstacles to test shooters. They highlight that the goal is to 'embrace the suck' and compete against oneself and the stage, with Range Officers and teammates providing support. The event prioritizes a friendly atmosphere and the overall experience over strict scoring or 'gaming' the system.

This Q&A session with InRangeTV's InRange and Russell Fagan details the structure and philosophy behind Brutality Matches for 2025. Key updates include the stabilization of divisions into two main formats: CQB (under 100 yards, pistol/shotgun calibers) and Long Range Open Terrain (up to 500 yards, rifle calibers). They discuss division-specific requirements, the introduction of new divisions like 'Heavy Rifle' for battle rifle cartridges, and the 'Historical' division encouraging iron sight use. The discussion also covers the significant costs and logistical challenges of running these events, the business realities of the firearms industry, and advice for new competitors.

This video announces the Brutality Matches 2024 and provides an update. It directs viewers to the official website for more information. The description also includes a Patreon link for InRange TV, suggesting a connection to firearms content creators or a community supporting such creators. The focus is on an upcoming event and how to get involved or support the channel.

This video introduces Finnish Brutality 2019, highlighting its growth as an international shooting competition that emphasizes practical training, physicality, and raw skill over expensive gear. Experts from InRangeTV, Varusteleka, Bloke on the Range, and Polenar Tactical discuss the philosophy behind 'Brutality matches,' contrasting them with more formalized European shooting sports and exploring the concept of firearms as a martial art.

This video explores a strategy for increasing the popularity of two-gun competitions by embedding them as a separate scoring division within traditional three-gun matches. The approach involves adapting existing stages by swapping target types or firearm requirements, allowing participants to choose between shooting three-gun or two-gun. This method is presented as a viable way for clubs to expand their offerings and attract a wider range of competitors, as demonstrated by a successful implementation at the Rio Salato monthly match.

This video details the 'Dead Eye' division for brutality matches, emphasizing cowboy-style shooting with period-appropriate firearms. It covers firearm selection, including lever-action rifles, revolvers like the Schofield, and shotguns such as the Winchester 1897, highlighting their operational characteristics and reloading methods. The guide stresses strategic planning for stages, efficient gear loading, and the importance of ammunition management, while noting that costuming is optional but encouraged.

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.