NRA Gun Of The Week: CMMG MK47 Mutant AKM

This video provides an in-depth review of the CMMG BR47 DISSENT rifle chambered in 7.62x39mm. It highlights the rifle's design as a solution for states with assault weapon restrictions, its compatibility with AK magazines, and the engineering behind its robust bolt designed to prevent breakage common in other AR platforms firing this caliber. The review also covers its unique features like the captive recoil spring system, state-compliant configurations, and performance at the range, offering a comprehensive look for potential buyers.

This video from Exile Armory LLC showcases a diverse inventory of firearms, including handguns, rifles, and pistol caliber carbines, with detailed pricing and specifications for many models. The presenter, Amber, highlights specific features like Crimson Trace lasers, SBR configurations, and Cerakote finishes. The video also touches upon the Class 3 NFA process, encouraging interested viewers to visit the store for fingerprinting and to explore available firearms and layaway options.

Amber from Exile Armory showcases a diverse inventory of firearms and accessories, including Class 3 items, SBRs, suppressors, pistols, and rifles. The video highlights new arrivals and used guns, with specific models like the IWI Zion 15 SBR, Q Honeybadger, Walther PDP, and Marlin 1854 being featured. Pricing and availability for various firearms are discussed, along with some personal anecdotes from the presenter.

This video argues that the AK platform is an outdated and poor choice for new firearm owners in 2026, particularly in the United States. The presenter, Trench Grenade, cites higher ammunition costs for AK calibers (7.62x39mm and 5.45x39mm) compared to 5.56x45mm NATO, limited and often unreliable American AK market options, and significant disadvantages in modularity, accuracy, optics mounting, and suppressor compatibility when compared to the AR-15 platform. The presenter, drawing on personal experience and professional training, concludes that the AR-15 offers a more cost-effective, versatile, and user-friendly platform for most shooters.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Ruger Mini-14, exploring its history, mechanical design, and often overlooked aspects. It details the rifle's civilian-friendly origins, its short-stroke gas piston system inspired by the M1 Garand, and its evolution with heavier barrels and improved sights. The content also covers rare variants like the .222 Remington Mini-14 and the Mini-30, its use by law enforcement and foreign military, and its controversial legacy due to its involvement in high-profile tragic events. Finally, it discusses Ruger's quiet improvements to accuracy, particularly with the 580 series, and the enduring appeal of the Mini-14 in 2025.

This video from Exile Armory LLC showcases a variety of firearms and accessories currently available, with a focus on a flash sale happening on specific dates. The presenters highlight pricing and some features of handguns and rifles, including models from HK, Taurus, Kel-Tec, Bond Arms, Ruger, Diamondback, FN, Pioneer Arms, Smith & Wesson, CZ, Arsenal, American Tactical, and Sig Sauer. They also discuss current inventory challenges with certain brands like Glock and encourage viewers to contact them for competitive pricing and availability.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.