SHOT Show 2020: Desert Tech MDRX

The Desert Tech WLVRN is a significant evolution of the MDR platform, featuring a 49-part reduction for improved reliability and a simplified side-ejection system. It boasts a highly accurate barrel clamping mechanism and an excellent, match-grade trigger, unusual for bullpups. The rifle maintains ambidextrous controls and offers modularity across .308 Win, 5.56 NATO, and 6.5 Creedmoor calibers.

This comprehensive YouTube video provides an extensive review of the highly anticipated Desert Tech WLVRN bullpup rifle. The content aims to assess whether the rifle lives up to the hype by examining its ergonomics, handling, accuracy, reliability, and overall performance on the range. The review highlights the WLVRN's innovative bullpup design and modularity, offering viewers an in-depth look at its capabilities and how it compares to other modern rifles.

This video features retired Navy SEAL "Tosh" discussing the Desert Tech MDRX bullpup rifle with Myles. Myles, new to bullpups, shares his initial impressions after shooting the rifle. The discussion centers on the bullpup platform and the MDRX's performance. The content also directs viewers to Tactical Hyve's website and social media channels for more content.

The Desert Tech MDRX is a modular bullpup rifle with caliber conversion capabilities, offering sub-MOA accuracy potential with match ammunition. Despite early reliability issues and a complex forward-ejection jam, the MDRX-SE variant provides a lighter, more reliable side-ejecting alternative. The rifle excels as a suppressor host due to its adjustable gas system, but users should be aware of a hot gas block rail and a concussive muzzle brake.

This review compares the Desert Tech MDRX and IWI Tavor X95 bullpup rifles. While the Tavor X95 is battle-proven and reliable, the MDRX offers superior ergonomics, a better trigger, and a unique forward ejection system. Both rifles feature 16-inch barrels and similar rapid-fire and reload times, but the MDRX's ambidextrous controls and trigger are highlighted as key advantages.

This NRA Gun of the Week video features the Desert Tech MDRX, a multi-caliber bullpup rifle. American Rifleman staff explore its unique bullpup configuration, semi-automatic gas-piston system, and interchangeable calibers including .308 Win., 6.5 Creedmoor, .223 Wylde, and .300 Blackout. The review highlights its compact size, improved balance, ambidextrous controls, and versatility for both left- and right-handed shooters. The video also touches on its construction, specifications, and the availability of conversion kits.

This video details the meticulous process of ammunition manufacturing at Hornady's facility in Grand Island, Nebraska. It covers the creation of bullets, starting with copper cups and lead cores, and the production of brass cartridge cases through annealing and hammering. The content also highlights Hornady's rigorous quality control testing on a 100-yard range and the final packaging stages, emphasizing their commitment to American-made quality.

The L1A1 SLR, a British variant of the FN FAL, was adopted by the UK military for its semi-automatic-only operation and inch-pattern components. It served through major conflicts like the Falklands War and was eventually replaced by the L85 bullpup. The rifle is known for its robust design and reliability, though original British-made examples are now rare.

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.

Vista Outdoor has acquired the iconic Remington Ammunition brand, aiming to revive its manufacturing operations in Lonoke, Arkansas. The acquisition follows Remington's 2020 bankruptcy, with Vista Outdoor integrating the brand alongside Federal, CCI, and Speer. The focus is on restoring quality, securing raw materials, and re-employing skilled workers to meet high market demand for popular lines like Core-Lokt and UMC.