Masterpiece Arms MPAR - The clone of an Australian rifle that was a clone of a Stoner rifle.

The Armalite AR-16 is a rare prototype chambered in 7.62 NATO, bridging the gap between the AR-10 and AR-18. It features a short-stroke gas piston, dual recoil springs, and a unique 5-aperture rotating rear sight. Only two AR-16s are known to exist, making it a significant piece of Armalite's design history.

The Armalite AR-18 and AR-180 are explored as budget alternatives to the AR-15, featuring stamped sheet metal construction and a short-stroke gas piston system. Despite a commercial failure for Armalite, the design influenced numerous modern military rifles like the G36 and SA80. Production was licensed to Howa in Japan and Sterling in England, with variations in markings and serial numbers distinguishing manufacturers and full-auto capabilities.

This video offers a historical and technical overview of the ArmaLite AR-18 and its civilian variant, the AR-180. Paul Levy discusses the production history of these rifles, noting the AR-180's civilian market availability between 1969 and 1972, and subsequent production by Howa Machine Company. The description highlights the relatively low manufacturing numbers for the AR-180. The video invites viewer suggestions for future "From the Vault" features.

The Armalite AR-16 represents a crucial, yet often overlooked, step in rifle development, bridging the gap between the AR-10 and the AR-18. It pioneered the use of stamped sheet metal receivers and a short-stroke gas piston system to reduce manufacturing costs. Though never mass-produced, its design innovations significantly influenced subsequent combat rifle designs like the L85, Steyr AUG, and G36.

This video explores the Armalite AR-18 and its semi-automatic variant, the AR-180, developed after Armalite sold the AR-15 to Colt. It highlights the AR-18's efficient short-stroke gas piston and rotating bolt design. Despite limited commercial success, its internal systems profoundly influenced modern rifles like the SA80, Steyr AUG, HK G36, CZ Bren, and FN F2000.

This American Rifleman TV segment, "I Have This Old Gun," delves into the history and features of the ArmaLite AR-18 Combat Rifle. It highlights the AR-18 as a predecessor to the more widely known AR-15, emphasizing its stamped sheet-metal construction. The video aims to educate viewers about this often-overlooked firearm.

The Daniel Defense DDM4 PDW chambered in .300 Blackout is presented as a highly effective modern defensive tool. It features a 7-inch barrel, 20-round capacity, and is shown with accessories like a Trijicon RMR and Surefire Scout light. The .300 Blackout cartridge's utility in a PDW platform is highlighted, despite common misunderstandings, with a live-fire demonstration showcasing its effectiveness.

This video compares the 5.56 cartridge to the more powerful .30-06 Springfield, highlighting the latter's historical use. It features a Remington 742 semi-automatic rifle in .30-06, questioning the classification of traditional firearms as 'assault weapons'. Live fire demonstration showcases the rifle's performance.

This review details the AR-57 upper receiver, a conversion for the standard AR-15 platform chambered in 5.7x28mm. It highlights the unique top-mounted P90 magazine system and a clever downward ejection modification using a cut Magpul PMAG to catch spent brass. The demonstration confirms the effectiveness of this brass-catching hack.

The Ruger Mini-14, chambered in .223 Remington/5.56 NATO, is examined for its 'weapon of war' status. The review highlights its modularity, demonstrated by a quick stock swap from synthetic to wood folding. Live fire shows its capabilities, contrasting its public perception with other firearms.