Gun Of The Week: Springfield Armory 1911 TRP 4.25" CC

This video features a review and range test of the Rock Island Armory (RIA) 1911 pistol. The host discusses its aesthetics, including the grips and coloring, and compares it to other 1911 models. Shooting impressions highlight its feel, accuracy, and the effectiveness of its VZ grips. The video also touches on the historical significance and accessibility of 1911 platforms.

This video reviews the top five pistols recommended for suppressed shooting, featuring insights from firearms instructor Jason. The discussion covers performance, handling, and suppressed shooting experience for each model, with a particular focus on the Taurus TX22 as the number one pick due to its exceptional suppressed performance and value. The video also touches on the benefits of suppressed shooting for reducing noise and recoil, making firearms more enjoyable and potentially more accessible for various applications.

The speaker, with over 40 years of firearms experience, discusses various handguns and rifles, offering opinions on brands like Kimber, Glock, and SIG Sauer. He emphasizes the importance of proper firearm maintenance, trigger quality, and the debate between hammer-fired and striker-fired platforms. The discussion also touches on Second Amendment rights, gun control legislation in different states, and personal defense strategies, highlighting the need for firearm safety training regardless of carry laws.

This video provides an expert-level overview of popular revolver calibers for defensive applications, discussing their strengths, weaknesses, and suitable ammunition. It covers the .38 Special, .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, .45 ACP, .410 shotshells, .45 Colt, .22 LR, and .44 Special, offering insights into recoil, versatility, and specific load recommendations from a firearms instructor's perspective.

This video showcases a wide variety of firearms available for sale at Exile Armory, including pistols, rifles, and suppressors. The presenter highlights specific models, calibers, features like threaded barrels and optic cuts, and prices. Several sponsors are thanked for their support of a racer named Ray, who has a competition today. The video also touches on the weather and offers a question for viewers about their morning routines.

This video critically evaluates seven firearms that the presenter believes are poor purchasing decisions in the current market, primarily due to better, more cost-effective alternatives. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, argues that many buyers are swayed by hype rather than practical utility or value. He contrasts high-priced, niche firearms with more accessible and capable options, emphasizing the importance of investing in ammunition and training over expensive, underutilized platforms.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.