The 5.56 Lever Gun You Didn’t Know You Needed! The Henry Long Ranger Express

This expert review of the Midwest Industries Criterion Core Rifle, presented by a highly knowledgeable host from Tactical Considerations, details extensive accuracy and reliability testing. The rifle demonstrated exceptional performance, particularly with 77gr ammunition, achieving sub-MOA groups. The host's deep technical understanding and systematic approach, including detailed component analysis and rigorous testing with specialized equipment, highlight the rifle's 'hard duty' capabilities and high value proposition at its $1,850 MSRP.

This video showcases an older Ruger Mini-14, highlighting its unique Samson stock reminiscent of the A-Team. The presenter notes the firearm is chambered in .223 Remington but capable of firing 5.56x45mm NATO, a detail confirmed through personal research. Modifications discussed include adding a flash hider and potential future suppressor installation, along with a mention of its California compliance despite the pistol grip.

This video reviews a budget-friendly HK G36 build, highlighting its nostalgic appeal and surprising long-range capability. Despite a "terrible" trigger, the firearm is described as pleasant to shoot, especially with the addition of a suppressor. The build features a Gideon optic and an HDA3 stock/brace, with parts available from HK Parts.

This video provides a walkthrough of a local gun shop, showcasing a diverse inventory of firearms. The presenter highlights various rifles, pistols, and specialized firearms, including AR-15s, AK variants, a 308 Winchester hunting rifle, Ed Brown and Kimber pistols, a Taran Tactical 'Cannon', Zastava pistols, a CZ Scorpion, FN PS90, SCAR rifles, Tavor X95s, a Daniel Defense pistol, a Wilson Combat rifle, a Century Arms AP5, and a unique Mad Pig Custom Thumper lever-action rifle chambered in 45-70 Government. The presenter offers brief commentary on aesthetics and some perceived functionality.

This review of the Pioneer Arms Sporter 5.56 AK details accuracy testing at 100 yards with various ammunition types, revealing significant inconsistencies and flyers. After 715 rounds, internal inspection shows some peening on the bolt and trunnion, with a notable mushrooming issue on one bolt lug. The rifle appears overgassed, indicated by brass marks on the dust cover, though the muzzle brake effectively manages recoil.

This video from Warrior Poet Society, featuring John Lovell, provides an expert-level comparison of AR-15 magazines. Lovell, drawing on his extensive military and instructor experience, evaluates polymer PMAGs, steel, and aluminum options. He emphasizes that magazine reliability is critical for preventing malfunctions in platforms like the M4A1 and M16, ultimately favoring polymer PMAGs for their proven performance and durability.

This guide details the advanced 'ghost loading' technique for the Beretta 1301 Tactical shotgun, as demonstrated by Clint Morgan. It allows for an extra round to be loaded into the chamber without occupying magazine tube capacity. This technique involves manually placing a round on the feed ramp and manipulating the bolt and action release.

This Henry 'New Original' rifle chambered in .45 Colt offers a surprisingly manageable recoil, defying common expectations for the caliber in a lever-action platform. While not traditionally a plinking round due to cost, the shooting experience is exceptionally fun and smooth, making it a noteworthy classic American firearm.

This video showcases a tactical training drill focused on night vision operations. It highlights the importance of proper training, aggressive movement, and effective use of night vision devices and optics for engaging targets in low-light conditions. The drill emphasizes weapon manipulation, target transitions, and passive aiming techniques, demonstrating advanced tactical proficiency.

Clint Morgan, an authoritative voice in firearms, outlines the top 5 guns for an apocalypse scenario, prioritizing reliability, parts availability, and dual-use for defense and hunting. The list includes the Glock 19, Remington 700 Alpha 1 Hunter, Ruger 10/22, Remington 870, and the AR-15 platform, emphasizing practical considerations for survival.