BCA Bear Creek Arsenal 16" 5.56 Carbine Upper Long Range Test

This video reviews a budget-friendly HK G36 build, highlighting its nostalgic appeal and surprising long-range capability. Despite a "terrible" trigger, the firearm is described as pleasant to shoot, especially with the addition of a suppressor. The build features a Gideon optic and an HDA3 stock/brace, with parts available from HK Parts.

This video from Exile Armory LLC showcases a wide variety of firearms recently added to their inventory. Amber highlights several handguns and rifles, detailing their models, calibers, and prices. Featured firearms include the Ruger Blackhawk convertible, CZ P10F and Shadow 2, Sig Sauer P365 variants, Daniel Defense D9, Browning X-Bolt, Winchester XPR, and various Smith & Wesson and Ruger models. The video also briefly touches on hunting season and includes a call for Halloween costume ideas.

This expert review of the Midwest Industries Criterion Core Rifle, presented by a highly knowledgeable host from Tactical Considerations, details extensive accuracy and reliability testing. The rifle demonstrated exceptional performance, particularly with 77gr ammunition, achieving sub-MOA groups. The host's deep technical understanding and systematic approach, including detailed component analysis and rigorous testing with specialized equipment, highlight the rifle's 'hard duty' capabilities and high value proposition at its $1,850 MSRP.

This video provides a comprehensive overview of new firearm releases and industry news. It details new models from Beretta, Wilson Combat, Springfield Armory, Savage, Henry, Chiappa, Sig Sauer, and FN, including specifications, calibers, and MSRPs. The presenter also discusses new optics, suppressors, and firearm accessories, offering insights into their features and potential value.

This video provides a detailed review of the SIG Sauer MCX Spear LT in 5.56 NATO, presented by Classic Firearms. John, an MCX enthusiast, discusses the rifle's lineage from the original MCX and Virtus, highlighting its evolution as part of the NGSW program. The review covers technical specifications, including its short-stroke piston system, cold hammer-forged 16-inch barrel with a 1:7 twist, and ambidextrous controls. The presenters emphasize the rifle's modularity, improved handguard design for heat management, and the quality of SIG's components, particularly the trigger and ergonomics.

This video showcases an older Ruger Mini-14, highlighting its unique Samson stock reminiscent of the A-Team. The presenter notes the firearm is chambered in .223 Remington but capable of firing 5.56x45mm NATO, a detail confirmed through personal research. Modifications discussed include adding a flash hider and potential future suppressor installation, along with a mention of its California compliance despite the pistol grip.

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.