New Ballistic reticle | Raptor M2 | Tactical Rifleman

This review details the Gunnr Odin 1-10x28mm LPVO, highlighting its suitability for long-range shooting with an FFP reticle and forgiving eyebox. The speaker, an experienced shooter, demonstrates its performance at 300 and 500 yards, emphasizing the scope's value, especially during sales. Key features include locking turrets, precise torque specifications for its 34mm mount, and excellent glass clarity.

This review of the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8x FFP scope highlights its First Focal Plane (FFP) design, where the reticle scales with magnification, ensuring accurate holdovers at any power setting. The scope features capped 1/4 MOA turrets with accurate tracking, a fast-focus eye ring, and an EBR-8 MOA reticle suitable for .223/5.56 and .308. Expert reviewer Mrgunsngear notes its high value and practical application in various conflict zones.

This video from OpticsPlanet at SHOT Show 2013 introduces the Vortex Viper HS LR riflescope line, highlighting the 6-24x50 model with its First Focal Plane reticle and tactical turrets. Joe Hamilton from Vortex Optics explains its features and positioning between the PST and HS lines. The video also briefly touches on other Vortex models like the Viper PST 2.5-10x32.

In close-quarters combat, drawing a pistol can be dangerous as an opponent can easily grab the firearm. A tactical knife offers a safer alternative, allowing the user to create space by targeting vital areas like the carotid artery or kidneys. This space allows for a safe transition back to a firearm. The video demonstrates this strategy using a Glock pistol and a fixed-blade knife.

This video details crucial footwork techniques for Navy SEALs during Close Quarters Combat (CQC). It emphasizes 'economy of motion' and the 'long step' technique for balanced entry into corner-fed rooms, ensuring immediate engagement capability. Proper footwork prevents exposing vulnerable side plates and maintains a stable shooting platform.

This video demonstrates a clever modification of standard military cloth bandoliers to increase their magazine capacity. By releasing a hidden white string, the pockets expand, allowing them to hold one or even two 5.56mm magazines each. Special Forces operators pack these expanded bandoliers with other essentials for rapid emergency resupply in the field.

This ballistic gel test compares 9mm Barnes TAC-XPD and .45 ACP Cor-Bon Pow'RBall. The 9mm achieved deeper penetration (13-14 inches) with consistent expansion, while the .45 ACP created a larger wound cavity and significant energy transfer but slightly less penetration. The Cor-Bon Pow'RBall's design enhances feeding reliability in 1911 platforms.