The Sig P320-M17

This video provides an in-depth review and comparison of the Sig Sauer P320, selected as the US Army's M17 service pistol, against its primary competitor, the Glock 19. It details the P320's modular design, its adoption process through the Modular Handgun Program, and contrasts its features, testing protocols, and perceived long-term viability with the established Glock 19. The presenter expresses concerns regarding the P320's limited testing duration and lack of extensive combat record compared to the Glock.

This review of the Sig Sauer P320-M17 highlights its features as the US Army's chosen sidearm. The presenter notes its full-size accuracy, coyote tan PVD coated slide, forward serrations, X-Ray3 night sights, ambidextrous thumb safety, and compatibility with 17 and 21-round magazines. While it lacks the 'X' trigger, it sports a curved trigger likely due to Army specifications. The firearm is optic-ready, though the rear sight must be removed for optic installation. The reviewer experienced a slight break-in period requiring a strong charge for reliable cycling, but found the pistol performed well with both standard and steel-case ammunition, passing a 'lipris' test.

This review covers the Beretta 92FS, a full-size 9mm pistol with a rich history, including its service with the US military. The presenter highlights its ambidextrous decocker, double-stack magazine capacity (estimated at 15-17 rounds), and overall reliability. While acknowledging its iconic status, the reviewer also notes the lack of modern features like a threaded barrel. The video includes shooting demonstrations and a personal journey towards improving pistol shooting skills.

This video offers a highly critical, historically grounded analysis of the M14 rifle's shortcomings, attributing its failure to flawed US Ordnance Corps decisions regarding cartridge standardization and weapon design. The speaker, an expert in small arms, details how political motivations and resistance to innovation led to the adoption of an inadequate weapon system, contrasting it with superior alternatives like the AR-10 and FN FAL. The analysis highlights the detrimental impact of these decisions on US military effectiveness, particularly in Vietnam.

This expert-level entry details the M16's troubled introduction in Vietnam, debunking myths of inherent design flaws. It highlights how political decisions, procurement issues, and ammunition choices, rather than the core design by Eugene Stoner, led to early reliability problems. The entry emphasizes the mechanical evolution from the AR-15 to the M16A1 and the critical role of chrome lining, proper maintenance, and correct ammunition in establishing the platform's eventual success.

This guide, drawing on the expertise of a former Colt employee and AR-15 SME Hank Tatro, details the critical role of AR-15/M16 buffers. It explains how buffer design evolved to manage bolt carrier bounce caused by increased firing rates and different ammunition types. The guide emphasizes selecting the correct buffer for specific firearm configurations and warns against improper mixing and matching, particularly for duty applications. It covers standard rifle and carbine buffers, as well as H, H2, H3, and specialized 9mm buffers, providing insights into their construction and application.

This comprehensive review by Chris Bartocci, a recognized expert with extensive military armory experience, debunks common myths surrounding the Beretta M9/92FS. Bartocci details the pistol's history, including its selection over the M1911, and addresses controversies like slide failures, attributing them to ammunition and high usage rather than design flaws. He highlights the evolution of critical components like the locking block and discusses magazine reliability issues, offering practical insights for owners and enthusiasts.