Shooting Blanks

This content highlights a humorous military mishap where soldiers attempted to fire an M240 machine gun from a boat, only for it to jam after the first shot. The video features Nikko Ortiz providing a sarcastic commentary, identifying the weapon and the use of a Blank Firing Adapter (BFA). The incident serves as a comedic example of poor timing and weapon handling in a demonstration.

This video provides an expert-level review and test of the X Products Can Cannon, an AR-15 upper receiver designed to launch projectiles like soda cans and golf balls using blank cartridges. The host, demonstrating high authority through the use of professional ballistic measurement tools and a clear understanding of AR-15 platform modularity, tests velocities reaching up to 197 FPS (134 MPH) for golf balls and assesses accuracy and destructive potential on targets. The review highlights the device's compatibility, payload options, and practical range, concluding with a comparison to a 9mm handgun.

This video tests the safety claim that a Blank Firing Attachment (BFA) will safely detach if a live round is fired through it. The experiment confirms that the BFA shears off the muzzle, protecting the rifle's barrel and internal components. After the BFA failure, the rifle's accuracy and structural integrity were verified by firing a full magazine of live ammunition.

This video showcases a rare PPS-42 training cutaway model, demonstrating its internal mechanics using 9x19mm blank cartridges. The demonstration highlights the bolt movement, feeding mechanism, and cycling in both real-time and slow-motion. It emphasizes safe handling and the educational value of cutaway firearms for understanding complex weapon systems.

The AWGŁ-3 is a unique Polish automatic grenade launcher built on an AK platform, designed to fire tear gas grenades using blank ammunition for propulsion and cycling. Weighing over 30kg, it's intended for vehicle or tripod mounting, not shoulder firing. Its complex blowback system integrates standard AK components within a much larger mechanism.

This video explores the potential harm of blank ammunition fired from various calibers. The creator aims to determine if blanks can inflict damage, akin to live rounds, by demonstrating their effects. The video also features links to the creator's Patreon and PayPal for financial support, as well as their Instagram handle for further engagement.

This TFBTV episode identifies the top 5 most reliable firearms across different categories: Glock (handgun), Uzi (SMG), Mauser 98 (bolt-action), Remington 870 (shotgun), and Galil (self-loading rifle). The selections prioritize mechanical simplicity, proven track records, and resilience in harsh conditions, often outperforming more complex designs. The video highlights specific features contributing to their reliability, such as the Uzi's single moving part and the Galil's robust construction.

This review highlights five hilariously impractical firearms for concealed carry. It details the slow, complex loading of black powder firearms, the impractical size of the Mauser C96 and full-size .22 pistols for concealment, and the dangerous accidental discharge flaw in the Type 94 Nambu. The video emphasizes that while historically significant, these guns are unsuitable for modern self-defense.

The Ruger Mini-14 offers distinct advantages over the AR-15, including a lower profile, better stock trigger on modern variants, superior maneuverability with folding stocks, a longer sight radius, and a cleaner piston operating system. Modern Mini-14s also boast improved accuracy (around 2 MOA), cold hammer-forged barrels for durability, and optional all-stainless construction for corrosion resistance. While the AR-15 remains more modular and generally cheaper, the Mini-14 excels in specific areas.

This TFBTV episode reviews five excellent surplus rifles available for under $500, focusing on historical significance and affordability. Featured firearms include the Lee Enfield, Yugoslavian Mauser 98, Swiss K31, MAS 49/56, and a debate between the SKS and Mosin Nagant for the final spot. The discussion highlights unique actions, historical context, and the availability of surplus ammunition.