American Rifleman TV Preview: SIG Sauer MCX and MPX

This video critically evaluates seven firearms that the presenter believes are poor purchasing decisions in the current market, primarily due to better, more cost-effective alternatives. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, argues that many buyers are swayed by hype rather than practical utility or value. He contrasts high-priced, niche firearms with more accessible and capable options, emphasizing the importance of investing in ammunition and training over expensive, underutilized platforms.

This video from SHOT Show 2016 features John Voss of SIG Sauer discussing the MCX Short Barreled Rifle (SBR) platform. Key takeaways include its development around suppressor integration, available calibers (5.56 NATO, .300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm), and robust construction with steel inserts at wear points to ensure a 50,000-round upper receiver lifespan. The modularity of the MCX platform, allowing for interchangeable stocks and compatibility with standard AR-15 lowers, is also highlighted.

This video reviews the top five complete AR-15 upper receiver groups, highlighting their features, performance, and value. The presenters, Jason and Ryan from Classic Firearms, offer insights from a firearms instructor and SEO strategist perspective, discussing brands like KAK Industries, Sons of Liberty Gun Works, Daniel Defense, BCM, and Geissele Automatics. They cover aspects such as build quality, accuracy, gas systems, and price points, providing a comprehensive guide for viewers looking to purchase or understand AR-15 uppers.

This video documents an extensive range day hosted by SIG Sauer, featuring a wide array of their firearms, including the XM250 and XM7 prototypes, various Spear LT models, MPX PCCs, M400 rifles, and Cross bolt-action rifles. The content highlights shooting experiences, technical explanations of firearm operation, and demonstrations of accessories like the Flux Raider. The SIG Sauer team provides detailed insights into the design and functionality of their products, offering a comprehensive look at their current offerings and future developments.

This video is a gun store vlog and range day featuring a variety of firearms. The host and store staff discuss and briefly shoot the Springfield Armory M16A2, highlighting its accuracy at 25m and 50m. They also showcase new arrivals including a 10mm X10 pistol, Glock 20, SIG MPX, CZ Scorpion EVO 3, Nighthawk 2011, HK SP5, Taran Tactical M4 shotgun, Canik TTI Combat pistol, Colt M4 carbine, and a Yugoslavian M44/47 bolt-action rifle. The discussion touches on ballistics, ergonomics, and market availability for these firearms.

This video provides a first look at the new SIG Sauer MCX Regulator, a rifle designed to be compliant in states with stricter firearm regulations. The reviewer highlights its compatibility with standard AR-15 uppers while featuring a lower receiver that alters ergonomics and controls for compliance, such as a fixed stock and a non-traditional safety selector. The MCX Regulator is chambered in 5.56 NATO and can accept various caliber uppers, including 7.62x39, offering modularity.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.