The RETRO GUNS of Lethal Weapons 2024!

Lethal Weapons TX 2024 is a large-scale retro firearm shooting competition in the US, focusing on firearms from the Cold War, Vietnam, WWII, and earlier eras. The event features two main competitions: the Subgun Match and the Retro Rifle Match, each with multiple divisions catering to different firearm types and optic configurations. Participants are encouraged to dress period-correct, and firearms are subject to a silhouette test to ensure they match their factory configuration pre-1986. Magazine capacity restrictions are lifted for 2024, and aftermarket muzzle brakes are prohibited, though suppressors are allowed.

This guide details a technique for testing the long-range capabilities of a short-barreled rifle like the DPMS Kitty Kat, as demonstrated by Micah Mayfield. It emphasizes using iron sights to engage steel targets at distances up to 500 yards, highlighting the importance of controlled fire and sight adjustments. The video showcases that even with a 7.5-inch barrel, accuracy at extended ranges is achievable with proper technique.

This YouTube video provides essential information for individuals interested in shooting retro firearms at Lethal Weapons TX. It acts as a pre-visit guide, outlining what viewers should know before heading to the venue. The description includes a link for tickets and information, and credits the music to Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio.

This video covers Day 2 and the finale of the Desert Brutality 2020 competition, featuring retro firearms like the Colt SP1 and Browning Hi-Power. It highlights various shooting stages, challenges faced by competitors, and discussions on firearm handling, marksmanship, and the differences between simulated and real-world shooting scenarios. The content is presented by experienced shooters, offering insights into competitive shooting techniques and firearm performance.

This guide details the technique for firing and reloading the Yugo SKS M59/66, as demonstrated by Klayco47. It covers the use of stripper clips for rapid magazine loading and emphasizes the rifle's accuracy potential. The demonstration highlights efficient operation of this classic surplus firearm.

This guide details the technique for firing and cycling the Spanish Cetme FR8 rifle, as demonstrated by Klayco47. It covers manual loading, chambering via bolt action, aiming with iron sights, firing a suppressed shot, and ejecting the spent casing. The demonstration emphasizes proper bolt manipulation and effective use of the rifle's iron sights.

This video details a high-volume fire stress test on a Palmetto State Armory AK-47, pushing the firearm to its limits. Klayco47, a recognized authority in AK-47 testing, demonstrates the rifle's resilience as its polymer handguards ignite and burn during sustained firing. The test progresses to using a 75-round drum magazine, showcasing the AK's ability to function despite extreme heat and visible flames, highlighting the robust nature of the platform under duress.

This video showcases a Palmetto State Armory Spiker AK undergoing a high-stress, full-auto firing test. Instructor Klayco47 demonstrates the potential for thermal failure, with the wooden handguards igniting due to extreme heat buildup. The content highlights the importance of understanding firearm limitations under sustained firing conditions.