February 2019 Q&A

This video features competitive shooting legend Rob Leatham and Ryan Gresham from Guns & Gear showcasing the Springfield Armory Operator 1911 in .45 ACP. The discussion highlights the handgun's custom-fit features in a production model. The episode also includes a range drill focused on improving speed and accuracy. The video is part of "Guns & Gear" Season 14, supported by numerous firearm industry sponsors and broadcast on the Sportsman Channel, with extensive online availability.

SHOT Show 2020 Industry Day highlights new releases from major manufacturers. Rock Island Armory showcased updated 1911s and bullpup shotguns. Polymer80 introduced Glock 43 compatible frames and P320 grip modules. Holosun debuted new red dot optics, while Adams Arms featured their piston systems. Arsenal presented the AK-20 series, Colt revived the Python, and LWRC showed the SMG-45. Custom builds from Culper Precision and new offerings from Maxim Defense, Springfield Armory, and Franklin Armory were also featured.

This YouTube video from SHOT Show 2019 features professional shooter Daniel Horner introducing the Sig Sauer MPX PCC. This specific model is highlighted as a competition-oriented variant of the popular MPX platform, indicating a focus on performance and features relevant to competitive shooting disciplines. The description also provides links to Sig Sauer's social media channels, encouraging viewer engagement.

This YouTube video provides a brief overview of various firearms and accessories showcased at the SHOT Show 2019 Industry Day at the Range event. The content creator highlights interesting items seen during the day, offering a glimpse into new products and industry trends for firearm enthusiasts. The description also includes social media handles for QVO Tactical and personal contacts, a website link, and a mailing address for fan mail. Additionally, links to the creator's vlogging and photography gear are provided.

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.