Testing the Duckbill Choke with Matt Haught

This entry details the identification of factory-installed Cutts compensators on Remington Model 11 shotguns, particularly those used in naval service as aerial gunner trainers. The key indicator is the absence of traditional choke markings on the barrel, as the compensator itself offers adjustable choke capabilities. The speaker, demonstrating high authority through detailed knowledge of military proof marks and historical applications, highlights the 'U.S.' and ordnance bomb markings typical of military firearms.

This video provides a detailed visual showcase of the Remington 870 Wingmaster shotgun. It highlights the firearm's aesthetic features, barrel markings indicating 12 gauge compatibility (2 3/4" or 3" shells), and receiver engravings. The demonstration includes proper loading techniques and smooth cycling of the pump action, emphasizing the firearm's reliable operation. The presentation is from the perspective of a firearms enthusiast or collector.

This video provides an empirical test of the A&W Diverter, a commercial muzzle device designed to create an oval shot pattern. Expert analysis from Matt Haught and Ian McCollum details its historical context for riot control and airbase defense. Testing with various birdshot and buckshot loads at 10 yards demonstrates the diverter's ability to produce significant horizontal spread, particularly with smaller shot sizes, though larger buckshot can exhibit pellet deformation and a 'donut of death' effect.

This guide details the unique bolt operation of the Winchester 1907 semi-automatic rifle, highlighting its front-mounted plunger system used for charging and locking the action open. The video, presented with high authority by a firearms instructor, explains how patent restrictions influenced this design, contrasting it with the Remington Model 11's Auto-5 based system. It emphasizes the specific technique required to manipulate the plunger for safe and effective use.

The Remington 870 Wingmaster is highlighted as an exceptionally versatile firearm capable of fulfilling multiple roles, from hunting to home defense and tactical applications. Its enduring legacy and multi-generational use underscore its reliability and adaptability. The choice emphasizes practicality and proven performance over purely modern or sentimental options.

This YouTube video delves into the Remington 870 shotgun, an iconic firearm. The content promises to uncover "untold truths" and "juicy tidbits" about the popular scattergun, suggesting it will go beyond basic information. The video is framed as a top 10 list and encourages viewer engagement through likes and subscriptions, aiming to reach 500,000 subscribers. Links to the creator's YouTube channel, website, and Facebook page are provided.

This video details the unique 'French Finger Trap' issue with the MAS-36 rifle's bayonet, where two rifles can become unintentionally locked together. A 1951 French arsenal memorandum identified this problem, proposing a simple modification to the bayonet handle. Drilling a small hole allows a tool, like a firing pin, to depress the internal spring, enabling the separation of locked rifles.

The M134 Minigun is a scaled-down 7.62 NATO rotary cannon, requiring 24V DC power and consuming 1.5 kW. Its high rate of fire (3,000+ RPM) is essential for aircraft engagement windows. The complex delinker mechanism is critical for feeding ammunition, and practical hand-held use is impossible due to weight and recoil. Live fire demonstrates rapid ammunition consumption and the need for indirect aiming.

The H&K G11 is a revolutionary prototype assault rifle designed in the late 20th century, notable for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt mechanism. Despite advanced features like a 2000 RPM burst fire rate and integrated optics, its development was ultimately halted by geopolitical shifts and cost concerns.

This video demonstrates the assembly and live-fire of the German 1936 pattern light mortar (L.Gr.W.36). It highlights the mortar's leveling mechanism for accuracy and the difficulty in visually tracking its 50mm projectiles after firing. The content showcases historical military hardware and its operational use.