Exclusive Hands-On with the New FN Evolys: Live Fire & Full Breakdown with expert Jonathan Ferguson

This video reviews the Whisperstrike Lifesaver 22 suppressor mounted on a PSA AR-15. The reviewer initially tests 5.56x45mm NATO, noting impressive sound suppression. A significant safety event occurs when a 7.62x39mm round is accidentally loaded, highlighting the suppressor's durability. The reviewer demonstrates heat management by removing the hot suppressor and lists compatible calibers (.22 LR, 5.7, 5.56) with a 30-round limit for 5.56.

This video provides an expert-level unboxing and first look at the highly sought-after HK MR556 A4 with an 11-inch barrel. The reviewer, Tony D2Wild, demonstrates live fire testing, including suppressed operation with a B&T Rotex suppressor, and offers insights into accessory selection and troubleshooting common issues with other platforms like the Sig Rattler LT.

This video showcases the rapid-fire capabilities of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) Jakl rifle when equipped with a Rare Breed Triggers (RBT) FRT-15. The demonstration highlights the firearm's performance with a full 30-round magazine of 5.56 NATO ammunition, emphasizing the consistent cycling and ejection patterns observed during high-volume firing. The shooter expresses satisfaction with the combination of the Jakl's gas system and the FRT.

This video provides an in-depth look at an S5 Tactical G36 clone, detailing its history, manufacturing process, and initial performance. The review highlights the challenges of G36 availability in the US and showcases the modularity and ergonomic features of the clone. Insights are offered from an advanced enthusiast with manufacturing knowledge, covering topics from polymer molding to suppressor use.

This video demonstrates the operation of the Heckler & Koch HK 416 D rifle, including safe handling procedures, magazine loading with 5.56x45mm M855 ammunition, and chambering a round. It showcases firing the weapon both unsuppressed and suppressed with a SureFire suppressor, highlighting the differences in sound signature and recoil impulse. The expert instruction emphasizes efficient weapon manipulation and the use of high-end tactical equipment.

This video features Shortshot Tony demonstrating the FN F2000, nicknamed the 'Tactical Tuna'. He highlights the rifle's selector switch (Safe, Semi, Full-Auto) and provides a live-fire demonstration in semi-automatic mode, noting its surprisingly soft recoil. Tony also touches on the challenges of posting full-auto content due to platform policies and promotes Ammo Squared for managing ammunition costs.

This video features Ian McCollum and Jonathan Ferguson in a 60-second challenge at the Royal Armouries to find three unique firearms: a Charlton Automatic Rifle, a Schwarzlose Model 1898 pistol, and an early SA80 prototype. They discuss unusual mechanical operations and limited historical impact, highlighting experimental designs like the Sterling 7.62mm prototype and the Mars .45 Automatic Pistol.

The Knight's Armament KS-1, designated L403A1 by the British Army, is a new AR-15 platform rifle adopted for specialized units like the Army Special Operations Brigade and Royal Marines. It features a 13.7-inch barrel, ambidextrous controls, and is equipped with a Vortex 1-10x LPVO and an Aimpoint ACRO P-2 for versatile engagement ranges. The rifle utilizes a KAC QDC/MCQ-PRT suppressor and is part of 'Project Hunter' to enhance interoperability with allied forces.

This video details the armor and weaponry of an 11th-century Norman knight, emphasizing the evolution of protective gear. It covers the padded undergarments, the mail hauberk constructed from thousands of iron rings, and the nasal helmet for head protection. The kite shield offered significant defense, while primary weapons included the lance and a one-handed sword.

This video explores a unique modernization attempt of the Martini-Henry rifle using Captain Harston's Patent Magazine. Jonathan Ferguson details the Mark IV rifle's features and the external magazine's mechanism, designed to convert the single-shot rifle into a five-round repeater. Despite its ingenuity, the system faced issues with reliability, high conversion costs, and was ultimately overshadowed by superior bolt-action designs like the Lee-Metford.