SHOT SHOW 2018: Hudson H9A (Aluminium!)

This 'Gun of the Week' episode focuses on the CZ Shadow 2 Carry, a handgun designed for concealed carry while retaining features from its competition-oriented predecessor. The review highlights its shorter 4-inch barrel, lightweight aluminum frame (approx. 30 oz unloaded), and DA/SA hammer-fired action with a 12 lb DA and 5 lb SA trigger pull. It also notes the Shield RMSc optic cut, textured grip panels, and Picatinny rail, positioning it as a solid, carryable option.

This expert review by Honest Outlaw delves into the Smith & Wesson M&P Carry Comp 9mm, showcasing its advanced features and performance. The pistol, manufactured in Maryville, Tennessee, boasts an aluminum frame, a 4.2-inch barrel, and impressive reliability, having completed a 2000-round test with zero malfunctions. The review highlights its optics-ready slide, integrated compensator, and premium components like the Trijicon RMR and Surefire X300 Ultra, concluding it offers significant value for its $900-$1000 price point.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Live Free Armory Apollo 11 V2, a subcompact 2011-style pistol. The reviewer highlights its attractive aesthetics, surprisingly smooth operation for its price point, and compatibility with Staccato magazines. Key features discussed include the ported slide and barrel, optic-readiness, and an aluminum frame. The reviewer also notes the grip panels are aluminum and may require adjustment for those accustomed to stippled or rubberized grips.

This review of the CZ Shadow 2 Carry offers a critical look at its features and performance. The reviewer, despite initial apprehension due to fan expectations, finds the pistol to be a well-balanced and attractive option for concealed carry. Key points include its comfortable ergonomics, direct-cut optics mounting, and reliable performance, though the firing pin safety and decocker design are noted as minor drawbacks. The review contrasts it with the Shadow 2 Compact, highlighting the latter's unique safety-only configuration.

This video provides a first look at the Girsan Witness 2311 CMXX, highlighting its features from an experienced firearms instructor. Key aspects discussed include the integral compensator for reduced recoil, the unique 360-degree grip texturing without a grip safety, and an impressive 3.39 lbs trigger pull. The review covers its optics-ready design, caliber options, and construction, positioning it as a noteworthy option in the double-stack 1911 market.

This video reviews the Shaol Tech P365 XXL C Sentinel, a highly customized Sig Sauer P365 variant featuring an aluminum grip module, compensated slide, and a 'gas pedal' thumb rest. The reviewer highlights its improved ergonomics, significantly reduced felt recoil due to the compensator and gas pedal, and increased capacity with X Macro magazines. It's presented as a premium, modular upgrade for the P365 platform, offering a more stable and controllable shooting experience compared to stock models and even larger pistols like the Glock 19.

This guide details how to clear common malfunctions on an AK-74 platform rifle, specifically when heavily fouled with mud. Expert instruction from Karl Kasarda demonstrates advanced techniques for dealing with failures to go into battery, feeding issues, and stuck chambers. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding mechanical tolerances and performing thorough cleaning after such extreme environmental testing.

This guide details the historical method of igniting and deploying 18th-century grenades, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda of InRangeTV. It covers the preparation and use of a slow match to ignite the external timed fuse of a replica grenade. The video emphasizes that this is a replica and stresses the extreme danger and illegality of handling live explosives.

This guide details the proper application of a Gaza-style or CAT tourniquet, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda on InRangeTV. It emphasizes initial strap tightness before windlass use for effective hemorrhage control and occlusion. The instruction highlights the importance of securing the windlass and managing patient pain during application.

This guide details the historical loading process for the 1836 Colt Paterson revolver, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda. It covers the unique disassembly required, the precise powder charge and projectile seating using specialized tools, and the capping procedure. The instruction emphasizes a high level of expertise due to the intricate and period-specific nature of the task.