FN Scar 16 Setup Talkthrough with Velox Training Group

This video provides a hands-on look at the FN SCAR 16 during Shot Show 2026, with Jason from Classic Firearms Media demonstrating its performance. The review highlights the rifle's ergonomics, including its distinctive stock, and offers a practical assessment of its recoil characteristics during live fire.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of various firearms, from .22 LR to a .50 BMG, through stacks of paper plates. The experiment aims to determine how many plates each caliber can stop before the projectile is fully arrested. The results show a significant increase in penetration with larger calibers, with the .30-06 Springfield ultimately outperforming the .50 BMG in this specific test due to projectile deflection.

This video provides a comprehensive review of the FN SCAR platform, focusing on the SCAR 17. The presenter, a self-proclaimed big fan of the SCAR 17, details its strengths, including its lightweight design, familiar AR-15 controls, and impressive accuracy, especially for a .308 battle rifle. He also discusses its weaknesses, such as the 'Ugg boot' stock, proprietary magazines, and optics durability issues, while also touching on variants like the SCAR 20 and 17S DMR.

This video provides a walkthrough of a local gun shop, showcasing a diverse inventory of firearms. The presenter highlights various rifles, pistols, and specialized firearms, including AR-15s, AK variants, a 308 Winchester hunting rifle, Ed Brown and Kimber pistols, a Taran Tactical 'Cannon', Zastava pistols, a CZ Scorpion, FN PS90, SCAR rifles, Tavor X95s, a Daniel Defense pistol, a Wilson Combat rifle, a Century Arms AP5, and a unique Mad Pig Custom Thumper lever-action rifle chambered in 45-70 Government. The presenter offers brief commentary on aesthetics and some perceived functionality.

This video provides an expert overview of the updated FN SCAR 17S, highlighting key improvements over previous models. The Honest Outlaw channel's Chris, an experienced firearm enthusiast, details the new M-LOK rail system, adjustable gas system, and enhanced ergonomics. The review includes live-fire demonstrations showcasing the rifle's smooth operation and reduced recoil, making it a compelling upgrade for SCAR fans.

This review of the new FN SCAR 17S highlights significant ergonomic and functional upgrades. Key improvements include a full M-LOK rail, compatibility with AR-15 grips and triggers, an adjustable gas system, and a hydraulic buffer for reduced recoil. The non-reciprocating charging handle and ability to fire while folded are also noted as major advantages. The rifle maintains its reputation as a lightweight .308 platform with enhanced reliability and user-friendliness.

Lucas Botkin, founder of T.Rex Arms, shares his expert insights on optimizing carbine builds based on extensive round counts. He details his philosophy on barrel length versus optic choice, preferring red dots for shorter barrels and magnification for longer ones. Botkin also discusses preferences for muzzle devices, foregrips, lights, lasers, and triggers, emphasizing reliability and simplicity for high-volume use.

This video details a critical incident during a firearms class where a custom-built pistol, featuring numerous aftermarket parts, experienced unintended discharges. The instructors meticulously troubleshoot the issue, identifying tolerance stacking and specific magazine fit as the likely culprits. They emphasize the importance of testing aftermarket components and the potential pitfalls of combining non-OEM parts.

This video discusses the practical considerations of Short Barreled Rifles (SBRs) with firearms instructor Nick Young. Key takeaways include the benefits of SBRs for suppressor use, the legal complexities involving ATF travel paperwork, and the potential reliability issues and increased violence in shorter-barreled platforms. The discussion also touches on the importance of proper buffer systems and the tendency for 'Franken-guns' to fail in training.

Hwansik Kim explains his 'No Friction Grip' technique, developed to maintain control in adverse conditions like sweaty hands or rain. The method emphasizes specific pressure points, particularly using the support hand's index finger on the trigger guard and the top knuckles of the support hand on the firing hand. This technique aims to minimize reliance on grip enhancers and provide consistent control through recoil by creating a stable platform without excessive friction.