MaxxTech NFR 7.62x39 Review & Shoot

This video from Exile Armory provides an expert overview of a wide variety of firearms and accessories currently available. The experienced speaker details specific models, calibers, features, and pricing for suppressors, pistols, and rifles, including AK-style firearms and AR platforms. Viewers are encouraged to visit the store for deals and further information.

This review of the Bear Creek Arsenal 7.62x39 AR-15 side charging rifle highlights its budget-friendly nature and surprising accuracy compared to standard AK platforms. The reviewer details personal experiences with accuracy testing using various ammunition types and discusses reliability, including a broken firing pin and a user-induced issue with the O-ring on the threaded plug. The rifle is noted for its ease of suppression and potential as an enjoyable range toy.

This video reviews the Ruger American Ranch in 7.62x39 and the Savage Model 25 in .223, focusing on accuracy testing at 50 and 100 yards under windy conditions. The presenter details budget optic setups, ammunition choices including steel-cased options, and magazine compatibility issues. Despite challenges with wind and initial sighting, both rifles demonstrate impressive accuracy for their price points, with the Ruger American Ranch particularly impressing the reviewer.

This video from Palmetto State Armory discusses the advantages of 5.56 AK platforms, particularly in light of increasing difficulty in finding 7.62x39 and 5.45x39 ammunition. The presenter highlights models like the AK-102 and AK-101 as viable options for AK enthusiasts who want to continue shooting their platforms.

This video provides a 100-yard accuracy test of three different 7.62x39 steel-case ammunition types: Wolf 122gr FMJ, Soviet Arms 122gr FMJ, and Saber Blade 123gr Black Tip. The results show Soviet Arms (1.66 inches) and Wolf (1.73 inches) slightly outperforming Saber Blade (2.1 inches) in three-shot groups, with the speaker noting that steel-case ammunition performance is generally consistent and typical for its class within 100 yards.

This comprehensive review of the Ruger Mini-14, presented by an expert instructor from Line45, delves into its often-overlooked history, design evolution, and controversial legacy. It highlights key mechanical features, compares early and later models, and discusses its adoption by military and law enforcement, while also addressing its association with tragic events. The expert provides insights into why the rifle remains relevant despite competition from modern platforms.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides a practical, albeit unconventional, comparison of five common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) by shooting watermelons. The expert demonstrates varying levels of terminal performance, from the .22LR's significant splitting to the .45 ACP's complete watermelon fragmentation, highlighting the differences in hydraulic shock and expansion. The test utilizes specific hollow-point ammunition, including Speer Gold Dot, Aguila Super Maximum, and Underwood XTP, showcasing their effects.

This video provides a practical, safety-conscious comparison of common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) against concrete blocks. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, details the testing methodology and results, emphasizing the risks of ricochet. None of the tested pistol calibers fully penetrated the concrete block's second wall, suggesting their limitations for certain penetration scenarios.

This review of the Taurus TX22 .22 LR pistol details its features, including a 16+1 capacity and excellent trigger. While initial testing with CCI Mini-Mags was flawless, subsequent tests with various ammunition types revealed cycling issues and culminated in a catastrophic failure. The failure was attributed to a squib load followed by a second shot, causing a barrel bulge and ruptured casing, highlighting potential ammunition inconsistencies. The review provides a detailed look at disassembly and damage assessment.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides an experimental comparison of three popular rimfire calibers: .22LR, .22WMR, and .17HMR, using cantaloupes as ballistic mediums. The host, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the distinct terminal ballistics of each round, highlighting how bullet construction and velocity affect target interaction. The comparison offers practical insights into the performance differences between these rimfire cartridges on soft tissue simulants.