An old Rec-7 Barrett 6.8 Gas Piston Rifle

This video features American Rifleman's Mark Keefe providing a hands-on look at the Barrett Rec-7 Valkyrie rifle. The segment was filmed at Industry Day at the Range during SHOT Show 2018, offering viewers a glimpse of this specific firearm model at a major industry event. While not a full review or range test, it serves as an initial introduction to the rifle's presence at the show.

This video introduces the SIG Sauer MCX-Spear, a new 6.8mm rifle poised to become the next standard squad weapon for the military, potentially replacing 5.56 and .308 platforms. The rifle is presented as a gift to a pilot with ties to New Hampshire, highlighting SIG Sauer's innovation in modern military small arms.

This video showcases the SIG MCX Spear in the powerful 6.8x51mm caliber, demonstrating its capability in a rapid-fire Bill Drill. The shooter achieved an impressive 1.69-second time with mostly 'Alpha' hits on target. The review highlights the rifle's high-end features and the new caliber's potential.

Sig Sauer introduces the XM7 rifle and XM250 machine gun, set to replace the M249 SAW for US Army close combat forces. The XM250 is a 13.1-pound, belt-fed machine gun chambered in a new 6.8mm caliber. This novel ammunition features a steel base on a copper cartridge, enabling increased pressure and improved performance from shorter barrels.

Firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson from the Royal Armouries provides an in-depth look at real-world firearms featured in Battlefield 2042. He discusses the FN P90's 5.7x28mm cartridge, the FN Five-seveN pistol, the L85A3's improved reliability, the B&T APC series, the L110 Minimi, the Ultimax 100's recoil system, and the future RM277 NGSAR. Ferguson highlights the design intent and practical ballistics of these weapons, contrasting them with their in-game representations.

This episode of TGC News covers three distinct firearms topics. First, it explores a new "Carry" variant of the classic Sig P210 pistol. Second, it introduces the True Velocity 6.8 Genesis rifle, a firearm featuring advanced composite ammunition technology. Finally, it discusses the Bergara CURE, which is presented as a potential solution for managing hot barrels. The description also highlights ongoing sales for TGC merchandise and mentions various affiliate links for products like Axil Ear Pro, Vertx bags, and TGC's Tenacity Coffee.

The Daniel Defense DDM4 PDW chambered in .300 Blackout is presented as a highly effective modern defensive tool. It features a 7-inch barrel, 20-round capacity, and is shown with accessories like a Trijicon RMR and Surefire Scout light. The .300 Blackout cartridge's utility in a PDW platform is highlighted, despite common misunderstandings, with a live-fire demonstration showcasing its effectiveness.

This video compares the 5.56 cartridge to the more powerful .30-06 Springfield, highlighting the latter's historical use. It features a Remington 742 semi-automatic rifle in .30-06, questioning the classification of traditional firearms as 'assault weapons'. Live fire demonstration showcases the rifle's performance.

This review details the AR-57 upper receiver, a conversion for the standard AR-15 platform chambered in 5.7x28mm. It highlights the unique top-mounted P90 magazine system and a clever downward ejection modification using a cut Magpul PMAG to catch spent brass. The demonstration confirms the effectiveness of this brass-catching hack.

The Ruger Mini-14, chambered in .223 Remington/5.56 NATO, is examined for its 'weapon of war' status. The review highlights its modularity, demonstrated by a quick stock swap from synthetic to wood folding. Live fire shows its capabilities, contrasting its public perception with other firearms.