Minute of Mae: Ruby 1915

This video analyzes why several once-popular firearms are now struggling to sell in 2025. The Marlin 336 faces competition from bolt-action rifles, pump shotguns like the Mossberg 500/590 and Remington 870 Tactical are losing ground to AR-15s and semi-auto shotguns, and classic pistols like the Sig P226 and S&W Shield Gen 1 are outsold by modern striker-fired, higher-capacity alternatives. Even budget AR-15s like the Ruger AR-556 and revolvers like the S&W 686/642 are seeing declining sales due to evolving buyer preferences for features, capacity, and modern designs.

This video provides a tabletop review and field strip of the Kel-Tec P15 Metal pistol. The reviewer highlights Kel-Tec's unique design philosophy and discusses the P15 Metal's features, including its metal frame, removable wood panels, and chassis system construction. The field strip process is detailed, noting some challenges with the slide release lever. The reviewer also touches on the differences between the metal and polymer versions, such as the absence of a rail on the metal model and the impact of weight on shooting characteristics.

This expert review from C&Rsenal delves into the Ruby Pistol Model 1915, a Spanish-made emergency firearm mass-produced during WWI. The analysis covers its physical dimensions, loading capacity, ergonomics, and historical manufacturing context, highlighting variations due to its widespread production. The video features live fire demonstrations and detailed mechanical insights.

Roger Barrera of QVO Tactical provides an initial look at the new Staccato C4X pistol, noting its integrated compensator and compact grip. He discusses the trigger's prep, wall, and clean break, along with the punchy reset. Barrera expresses mixed feelings about the magwell's potential interference with a pinky finger during concealed carry and asks for viewer opinions on the pistol's suitability for that role.

This review of the Springfield Armory SA-35, a modernized clone of the 100-year-old FN High Power, highlights its historical context and how its design holds up today. While appreciating its classic aesthetics and potential as a carry gun, the review points out ergonomic challenges for modern two-handed shooting techniques, particularly concerning the safety lever and grip comfort for larger hands. It also notes quirks in magazine seating and trigger reset, contrasting it with contemporary designs like the CZ75 and Springfield Prodigy.

Ernest Langdon of Langdon Tactical introduces the Beretta 80X Cheetah, an exclusive offering in .32 ACP. He highlights the caliber's soft shooting characteristics and superior penetration compared to .380 ACP, enabling faster and more accurate shooting. The firearm features a Picatinny rail, improved checkering, and a fixed barrel blowback design ideal for suppressed use. It's shown with a low-mounted Holosun EPS Carry optic.

This video demonstrates the loading technique for a Howell Automatic Rifle, a semi-automatic conversion of the SMLE. The process involves using four 5-round stripper clips to load a 20-round detachable box magazine. The demonstration highlights efficient use of stripper clips and proper manual action cycling.

This video demonstrates the specialized loading procedure for the Springfield 1903 Air Service Rifle, highlighting the use of stripper clips to fill its unique 25-round extended magazine. Mae, exhibiting high authority and expertise, showcases proper technique for engaging targets at 70 yards, emphasizing disciplined trigger control, efficient bolt manipulation, and consistent cheek weld during live fire. The demonstration covers the bolt-action operation, recoil impulse management, and analysis of shot placement.

This guide details the firing procedure for the Lancaster 4-barrel pistol, as demonstrated in an ASMR-style video. It covers loading, action closure, and firing, emphasizing mechanical operation and recoil. The video highlights proper muzzle discipline and the historical expertise of the presenter.

This guide details the process of loading and firing the iconic Lewis Gun, as demonstrated by firearms experts Mae and Othais. It covers the unique method of loading the pan magazine and the techniques for engaging targets in both short bursts and sustained fire. The demonstration emphasizes proper handling and the effectiveness of the light machine gun at various ranges.