HK VP70 - Turning 9x19 into 9x17 since 1970

This review of the Extar EP9 highlights its impressive performance and features for its budget price point. The firearm utilizes a direct blowback operating system with a unique recoil dampening system that makes it shoot exceptionally soft, even compared to more expensive PCCs. The reviewer notes its lightweight polymer construction, Glock magazine compatibility, and side-charging handle as key features. Despite its affordability, the EP9 is presented as a reliable and enjoyable firearm suitable for those seeking a cost-effective PCC option.

This review of the Springfield Armory Saint Victor 5.5-inch PDW highlights its compact nature and suitability for home defense or truck gun applications. The firearm utilizes Colt straight magazines and a direct blowback operating system, chambered in 9mm. Reviewers noted its single-stage trigger and acceptable accuracy at 25 yards, though recoil management and brace ergonomics were discussed as areas for potential improvement.

This video provides a first look at the new Springfield Armory Saint Victor PDW, a 9mm Pistol Caliber Carbine (PCC). The reviewer highlights key changes from the previous model, including an improved 45-degree safety selector and a full-length picatinny rail. While praising the dedicated 9mm design, forged aluminum components, and compact size, the reviewer notes the omission of iron sights and the desire for an ambidextrous charging handle at its $1400 price point. The firearm is described as a direct blowback AR9, shooting as expected for its platform, with initial reliability observations after 230 rounds.

This video provides a detailed review of the Sten Mark II submachine gun, examining its historical context, technical specifications, and practical performance. The presenter, with hands-on experience, assesses its reliability, accuracy, and ergonomics, concluding it was a cost-effective and crucial weapon for Britain during WWII despite its crude design.

This review covers the TNW Aerotac Survival Pistol, a 9mm takedown PCC designed for portability. The video details its unique breakdown mechanism, manual of arms, accuracy retention after barrel removal, and performance with and without a suppressor. Despite some minor issues with suppressor reliability and a non-standard trigger, the reviewer found it to be a reliable and accurate option for a truck or survival gun.

This review of the H&K VP70, presented by InRangeTV, offers a highly critical yet technically detailed assessment. The hosts, demonstrating high expertise, highlight its historical significance as the first polymer-framed pistol and its iconic status from the movie 'Aliens.' However, they thoroughly dissect its practical shortcomings, including poor ergonomics, a difficult trigger pull, ineffective sights, and a direct blowback system that significantly reduces 9mm velocity to near .380 ACP levels, deeming it 'trash tier' for practical use.

This guide details how to clear common malfunctions on an AK-74 platform rifle, specifically when heavily fouled with mud. Expert instruction from Karl Kasarda demonstrates advanced techniques for dealing with failures to go into battery, feeding issues, and stuck chambers. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding mechanical tolerances and performing thorough cleaning after such extreme environmental testing.

This guide details the historical method of igniting and deploying 18th-century grenades, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda of InRangeTV. It covers the preparation and use of a slow match to ignite the external timed fuse of a replica grenade. The video emphasizes that this is a replica and stresses the extreme danger and illegality of handling live explosives.

This guide details the proper application of a Gaza-style or CAT tourniquet, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda on InRangeTV. It emphasizes initial strap tightness before windlass use for effective hemorrhage control and occlusion. The instruction highlights the importance of securing the windlass and managing patient pain during application.

This guide details the historical loading process for the 1836 Colt Paterson revolver, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda. It covers the unique disassembly required, the precise powder charge and projectile seating using specialized tools, and the capping procedure. The instruction emphasizes a high level of expertise due to the intricate and period-specific nature of the task.