M60E4

This review of the M60E3 machine gun highlights its improvements over the M60E1, including a lighter barrel, polymer buttstock, and forward grip for better control. While demonstrating impressive firepower and accuracy on various targets, the review also addresses the M60's historical reliability issues, such as bolt rotation wear, which led to the military's adoption of the M240B. The M60E3's iconic status in 1980s action films is also noted.

This review of the M60E3 'The Pig' highlights its design lineage from the Lewis gun and MG42, while detailing significant ergonomic and durability flaws. Issues include a difficult barrel change due to the bipod placement, a fragile fire control group, and gas system components prone to unscrewing. Despite these drawbacks, the M60E3 demonstrates controllable firing characteristics on the range.

The M60E6 represents a significant modernization of the classic M60 machine gun, addressing historical reliability issues while retaining its lighter weight advantage over the M240. Its slower rate of fire (500-650 RPM) enhances controllability and ammunition conservation, making it suitable for man-portable assault roles. Key improvements include a stellite-lined barrel for durability, a receiver-mounted bipod for easier barrel changes, and an open-bolt system that aids cooling and prevents cook-offs.

This review of the original Vietnam-era M60 machine gun highlights its iconic status and performance at the range. While effective, the M60's mixed reputation stems from reliability issues in later service due to wear, particularly in National Guard units. The video demonstrates prone, shoulder, and hip firing, emphasizing the gun's weight and the advantages of bipod use for stability and recoil management.

This video features a review and range test of the US Ordnance M60E6, a modern iteration of the classic M60 machine gun chambered in .308 caliber. The reviewer highlights the upgrades compared to the original M60, affectionately known as 'The Pig.' The video also includes a brief mention of Larry Vickers, a respected figure in the firearms community, who assisted with the content. The description emphasizes the educational and entertainment purpose of the video, with a strong disclaimer regarding responsible firearm handling and legal compliance.

This video demonstrates the M60 machine gun's capability to penetrate bulletproof glass, rendering it ineffective as a barrier against such firepower. The test, conducted at Hickok45 Range, shows the glass failing to stop .308 caliber rounds, which then destroy watermelons behind the barrier. Hickok45 notes the glass is not rated for M60-level threats.

This short showcases the historical 1855 Springfield rifle musket firing a .58 caliber Minie ball. It demonstrates the traditional muzzle-loading process with black powder and a percussion cap. The video highlights the satisfying impact on a gong, offering a glimpse into historical ballistics and firearm handling.

This review covers the Uberti reproduction of the 1860 Henry Rifle, highlighting its historical significance as the first successful lever-action. It details the unique loading mechanism, design flaws like the open magazine, and its evolution from Volcanic Arms to the Winchester 1866. The video demonstrates its rapid-fire capability and discusses its legacy as a precursor to modern lever-action firearms.

The 500 S&W Magnum, built on the X-frame, is a handgun designed for extreme power, dwarfing the .44 Magnum. It demonstrates significant recoil and impressive penetration capabilities, capable of passing through over 2,100 pages of a medical textbook. While not ideal for precision shooting due to blast and recoil, it serves as a powerful novelty or specialized hunting tool.

This video features a detailed look at a Mauser Kar 98K BYF 43, showcasing its historical significance and practical performance. Hickok45 demonstrates its accuracy on steel targets, discusses its all-matching condition, and explains the functionality of stripper clips for reloading. The review also touches on the rifle's historical context, the Mauser bolt-action design's influence, and the 8mm Mauser caliber's characteristics.