Remington Model 8

The Remington Model 8 is a commercial semi-automatic carbine chambered in .35 Remington. It features a unique long recoil system, a 4-5 round capacity, and weighs 8.2 lbs with an overall length of 41 inches. The rifle has a smooth single-stage trigger and a semi-buckhorn rear sight for quick acquisition.

This review covers the Belgian-made FN 1900 carbine, a semi-automatic firearm chambered in .35 Remington. Key features include its 8.8 lbs weight, 41.9-inch length, and a 5-round capacity via stripper clips. The carbine boasts a well-balanced feel, a heavy barrel jacket, a comfortable grip, and a light single-stage trigger. It utilizes a long recoil action, which results in a noticeable kick and locks open on the last round.

The Remington Model 81 Special Police, a rare semi-automatic rifle, was a conversion of the John Browning-designed Model 8, featuring a 15-round detachable magazine. Developed by Newton Hillyard and later adopted by Remington, it was primarily purchased by the LA County Sheriff's Department. Modifications included a semi-pistol grip stock and enhanced handguard for sustained fire.

This video highlights five often-overlooked firearms, emphasizing their unique features, historical significance, and value. The K31 Swiss rifle is noted for its accuracy and straight-pull bolt, while the Remington Model 8 offers historical firepower. The Portuguese Vergueiro Mauser impresses with its accuracy, and the Robinson XCR and Daewoo K2 represent modern, reliable platforms. The Robinson M96 is presented as a desirable, though out-of-production, rifle.

This video, from InRange, discusses the John Browning-designed 1887 Winchester lever-action shotgun, hinting at the complex circumstances surrounding its creation. The description also highlights viewer support through Patreon. The focus is on a specific, historical firearm model and its designer.

This video features a detailed look at the Turnbull-Browning SA-22, a historic semi-automatic .22 rifle designed by John Browning in 1914. The video highlights a special edition made in Japan by Miroku, enhanced by Turnbull Restoration with hand engraving and bone charcoal color case-hardening. The presenter, Roy, provides insights and demonstrates the rifle's performance with some shots. The review also notes the rifle's appearance on the cover of GUNS Magazine's July 2023 issue and provides links to Turnbull Restoration and other relevant resources.

This video hilariously tests a heavily accessorized AR-15, dubbed the 'Zombie Carbine,' as a parody of excessive tactical gear. The build, based on a Smith & Wesson M&P15, weighs 23 pounds fully loaded with 270 rounds across nine magazines. It features multiple optics, lasers, lights, and is demonstrated with rapid fire, hip sniping, and Tannerite explosions.

This "ultimate AR-15 meltdown" test pushes a custom build to its limits, revealing key durability insights. The Faxon barrel ultimately burst after 830 rounds, but critical components like the Sharps SRC bolt carrier group and Geissele rail demonstrated impressive resilience under extreme stress and heat. The test highlights the AR-15 platform's robust design, even when subjected to conditions far exceeding typical operational use.

This video showcases an extreme full-auto durability test of a premium Definitive Arms VEPR AK, comparing it to a budget WASR-10. The VEPR AK demonstrated exceptional resilience, enduring 895 rounds before failure, significantly outperforming the WASR-10 and even a previously tested AR-15. The expert analysis highlights the AK platform's inherent durability and heat management characteristics, even under severe stress.

This video demonstrates the legendary durability of the AK platform by subjecting a Yugo M92 PAP to a 700-round continuous firing test. Despite extreme heat causing significant smoke and glowing metal, the firearm remained functional, showcasing Mikhail Kalashnikov's robust engineering. The test concludes with a cooling process and a tribute to the designer's legacy.