Duckbill Done Right? Testing the A&W Diverter Shotgun Barrel (w/ Matt Haught)

This expert review of the Witt Machine Ravener-12 shotgun suppressor details its performance on 12 Gauge platforms, including bullpup and semi-auto models. The analysis covers recoil reduction, reliability, and pattern density, noting a significant tightening of patterns but also a point-of-impact shift. The host, demonstrating high authority, highlights the technical challenges of shotgun suppression and the importance of individual setup testing.

This video debunks the myth that shotguns cannot be safely used on steel targets. The TA Targets host demonstrates that their 1/2-inch AR550 steel systems are rated for shotgun slugs, buckshot, and birdshot, provided proper distances are maintained. A critical warning is issued against using tungsten or stainless steel shot, which can damage the targets. The instruction emphasizes using the correct target specifications and adhering to manufacturer guidelines for safe and effective training.

This review of the American Tactical Model B3 triple barrel shotgun highlights its value proposition compared to competitors like the Charles Daly Honcho Triple Threat. The expert reviewer demonstrates its physical features, including walnut furniture and three 18.5-inch barrels with a fixed firing order. Practical demonstrations cover disassembly, firing sequence, and extensive ammunition testing with various loads, including buckshot and slugs, while discussing choke selection.

This review tests the effectiveness of a 12-gauge double slug shell, finding it delivers significant energy transfer and a tight grouping at 35 yards. The test involved ballistics gel, a water target, and paper accuracy, demonstrating the potential of this multi-projectile load for various applications.

This video from Dirty Civilian explores the often-underestimated versatility of the 12 Gauge shotgun, positioning it as a 'multitool' for prepared individuals. Through rigorous ballistic tests, the presenter demonstrates its effectiveness in various scenarios, including brush penetration and barrier destruction, often rivaling rifle performance. The content emphasizes that while affordable and accessible, mastering the 12 Gauge requires significant practice, particularly in recoil management and reloading.

This video provides a detailed visual showcase of the Remington 870 Wingmaster shotgun. It highlights the firearm's aesthetic features, barrel markings indicating 12 gauge compatibility (2 3/4" or 3" shells), and receiver engravings. The demonstration includes proper loading techniques and smooth cycling of the pump action, emphasizing the firearm's reliable operation. The presentation is from the perspective of a firearms enthusiast or collector.

This video details the unique 'French Finger Trap' issue with the MAS-36 rifle's bayonet, where two rifles can become unintentionally locked together. A 1951 French arsenal memorandum identified this problem, proposing a simple modification to the bayonet handle. Drilling a small hole allows a tool, like a firing pin, to depress the internal spring, enabling the separation of locked rifles.

The M134 Minigun is a scaled-down 7.62 NATO rotary cannon, requiring 24V DC power and consuming 1.5 kW. Its high rate of fire (3,000+ RPM) is essential for aircraft engagement windows. The complex delinker mechanism is critical for feeding ammunition, and practical hand-held use is impossible due to weight and recoil. Live fire demonstrates rapid ammunition consumption and the need for indirect aiming.

The H&K G11 is a revolutionary prototype assault rifle designed in the late 20th century, notable for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt mechanism. Despite advanced features like a 2000 RPM burst fire rate and integrated optics, its development was ultimately halted by geopolitical shifts and cost concerns.

This video demonstrates the assembly and live-fire of the German 1936 pattern light mortar (L.Gr.W.36). It highlights the mortar's leveling mechanism for accuracy and the difficulty in visually tracking its 50mm projectiles after firing. The content showcases historical military hardware and its operational use.