Auto Ordnance Thompson 1927A-1 Review & Shoot .45acp

This video provides an in-depth review of the B&T APC300 SD, a semi-automatic carbine chambered in 300 Blackout. The presenter, with apparent expertise in firearms, highlights its features, performance, and potential applications, particularly in a law enforcement context. The review covers the firearm's design, its use with a forced reset trigger (FRT), and its effectiveness with subsonic ammunition.

This video features an examination and initial firing of a never-fired 1954 Russian Tula SKS. The presenter highlights the rifle's pristine, all-matching serial number condition, original box, and paperwork. Technical specifications like barrel length, overall length, and weight are discussed, along with the gas-operated semi-automatic action. The video demonstrates the process of loading the SKS using stripper clips for the first time and concludes with the rifle successfully firing its first rounds.

This review focuses on the Auto Ordnance M1 Carbine (AOM130), highlighting its performance after a break-in period. Nutnfancy, an experienced reviewer, details its reliability, accuracy with iron sights, and compares it to historical models. The carbine is presented as a viable modern reproduction for shooters seeking a classic platform with practical performance.

This expert-level review of the Fliegerselbstlader Karabiner 1915 (FSK 1915) provides detailed insights into its operation and historical context. The video highlights the rifle's 9.6 lbs weight, 47.5-inch length, and 30-round 7mm Mauser drum magazine, emphasizing that these magazines were often hand-fitted. Instruction is provided on racking the charging handle and understanding the unique two-stage progressive trigger, which transitions from a heavy, inconsistent pull to a light, crisp break. The review also covers the simple sights and notes the surprisingly mild recoil, showcasing high-level firearm handling and historical knowledge.

This review covers the 2024 Ruger LC Carbine chambered in 10mm Auto. The carbine features a 16.25-inch barrel, a blowback-operated system, and compatibility with Glock magazines. It is noted for its accuracy at short to medium distances, low recoil, and suitability for defensive scenarios and hunting.

Ian McCollum, a recognized firearms expert, reviews the CZ Bren 2 MS, the civilian semi-automatic variant of the modern Bren 2 military rifle. He highlights its international military adoption, modular M-LOK handguard, ambidextrous controls, and compatibility with STANAG magazines. The review emphasizes its appeal to collectors seeking a semi-auto version of a current-issue military firearm.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides a practical, albeit unconventional, comparison of five common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) by shooting watermelons. The expert demonstrates varying levels of terminal performance, from the .22LR's significant splitting to the .45 ACP's complete watermelon fragmentation, highlighting the differences in hydraulic shock and expansion. The test utilizes specific hollow-point ammunition, including Speer Gold Dot, Aguila Super Maximum, and Underwood XTP, showcasing their effects.

This video provides a practical, safety-conscious comparison of common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) against concrete blocks. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, details the testing methodology and results, emphasizing the risks of ricochet. None of the tested pistol calibers fully penetrated the concrete block's second wall, suggesting their limitations for certain penetration scenarios.

This review of the Taurus TX22 .22 LR pistol details its features, including a 16+1 capacity and excellent trigger. While initial testing with CCI Mini-Mags was flawless, subsequent tests with various ammunition types revealed cycling issues and culminated in a catastrophic failure. The failure was attributed to a squib load followed by a second shot, causing a barrel bulge and ruptured casing, highlighting potential ammunition inconsistencies. The review provides a detailed look at disassembly and damage assessment.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides an experimental comparison of three popular rimfire calibers: .22LR, .22WMR, and .17HMR, using cantaloupes as ballistic mediums. The host, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the distinct terminal ballistics of each round, highlighting how bullet construction and velocity affect target interaction. The comparison offers practical insights into the performance differences between these rimfire cartridges on soft tissue simulants.