Are Folding Guns A Thing? - TGC News

Published on November 11, 2019
Duration: 14:50

This episode of TGC News covers new product releases from Viridian (optics), Xtech Tactical (VP9 magazines), and Henry (side gate lever actions). It also discusses Dead Foot Arms' folding stock adapter for ARs, Ruger's financial downturn, and Adams Arms' relaunch. The host shares a personal review of a 1932 Nagant Revolver and addresses viewer questions on gun company communication and advocacy.

Quick Summary

The 1932 Nagant Revolver is a notable gas-seal firearm where the cylinder advances to seal the forcing cone. This design traps propellant gases, maximizing projectile velocity and preventing side leakage, which uniquely allows the revolver to be effectively suppressed.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & News Overview
  2. 01:31Viridian Optics Launch
  3. 02:47Xtech Tactical VP9 Magazines
  4. 03:45Henry Side Gate Expansion
  5. 04:26Dead Foot Arms Folding Adapter
  6. 05:24Ruger Financial Struggles
  7. 06:16Adams Arms Relaunch
  8. 06:42Patton's Armory: Nagant Revolver
  9. 08:44Viewer Questions: Gun Companies & Advocacy
  10. 10:59Glock 18 Machine Pistol Discussion
  11. 12:06Personal Firearm Preferences
  12. 13:06Media Pet Peeves
  13. 14:00Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What new optics has Viridian released?

Viridian has launched three new optic lines: the budget-friendly EON series around $50, the Venta series starting at $200, and the Serac series, also around $200, which appears designed for longer-range shooting applications.

What are the new magazine capacities for the HK VP9 from Xtech Tactical?

Xtech Tactical has introduced 17-round and 21-round magazines for the HK VP9. The 17-round magazine offers increased capacity with minimal size increase over the standard 15-round magazine.

What is unique about the 1932 Nagant Revolver?

The 1932 Nagant Revolver is a gas-seal revolver. Its cylinder moves forward to seal against the barrel's forcing cone, trapping gases to increase projectile velocity and allowing it to be effectively suppressed.

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To effectively support gun content creators, viewers should make their requests clear and easy to understand. Avoid demanding tones or aggressive messaging, as this can discourage creators from offering assistance.

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