Total Round Control in the Prevail Family of Bolt Action Rifles by Franklin Armory

The Franklin Armory Prevail bolt-action rifle introduces the innovative Total Round Control (TRC) system, designed to merge the reliability of Controlled Round Feed with the speed of Push Feed actions. This system utilizes a unique bolt head with dual feeding guides and an auto-ejector for consistent round control and ejection. The rifle also features a proprietary Conquest trigger and is compatible with Remington 700 components, offering significant customization potential.

This review of the German Gewehr 1898 by C&Rsenal highlights its robust construction and historical significance. The rifle weighs 9 pounds with an overall length of 49.2 inches, chambered in 8mm Mauser. Key features include a fixed double-stack magazine loaded via stripper clips, a smooth cock-and-open bolt action, and a simple Mauser flag safety. While the trigger on the example tested was described as 'muddy' in its second stage, the rifle's manageable recoil and effective sights make it a noteworthy piece of military hardware.

This review introduces the new CZ 600+ ST3 American, a versatile switch-barrel rifle system. It highlights the ST3 model's magnum-length action and available calibers (.30-06 Springfield, .300 Win Mag, .270 Winchester). Key features include a walnut stock, detachable box magazine with varying capacities, and a unique tang safety that locks the bolt. The rifle employs a controlled round feed system for reliable operation, as explained by Shooting Editor Christopher Olsen.

This expert guide details the operation of the Lee-Enfield Cavalry Carbine's unique safety mechanism. The speaker, demonstrating high authority in historical firearms, explains how the cocking piece safety engages by tying the bolt body to the cocking piece and slightly disengaging from the sear. This pre-1900 design is lauded for its shooter-focused, single-hand operation.

This review of the Dark Mountain Arms Stowaway highlights its unique single-shot, bolt-action design in 5.7x28mm. The rifle's standout feature is its compact, collapsible nature, allowing it to be packed into a 17-inch space, making it ideal for backpacking or bug-out bag scenarios. The instructional tone from NRA Publications' Jay Grazio provides insights into its operation, including the manual cocking mechanism and ergonomic bolt placement.

The CGS Hyperion K is a lightweight, 3D-printed titanium suppressor offering impressive sound suppression across various calibers, including 300 Blackout, .308, and 6.5 Creedmoor. While not the absolute lowest back pressure option, its performance-to-price ratio is excellent, making it a versatile choice for hunting and subsonic applications. The direct thread mount simplifies attachment, and its Grade 5 titanium construction with DLC finish ensures durability.

This video features a former Navy SEAL, Jeff Gonzales, providing expert feedback on a home defense AR-15 build. He critiques the rifle's accessories, particularly the sling, and emphasizes the importance of reliable optics and the benefits of a suppressor for indoor use. The discussion highlights practical considerations for effective home defense firearms.

The Beretta ARX-160, showcased at SHOT Show 2011, is a modular, piston-driven rifle featuring ambidextrous controls and tool-less disassembly. Its design emphasizes adaptability with multiple sling points, interchangeable magazine releases, and a quick-change barrel system. While currently limited to military/defense use, future law enforcement and civilian variants are planned.

Fostech unveiled a 20-round .50 BMG drum magazine for Barrett M107 and 82A1 rifles, constructed from billet machined aluminum. They also introduced the Fostech Rader, a lightweight .308 rifle featuring a proprietary magnesium aluminum alloy and ambidextrous controls. The drum mag is priced at $1599 with a Q3/Q4 availability, while the Rader rifle is expected around $3000 with a Q4 release.

Testing a Remington 158gr SJHP .357 Magnum load from a 16-inch Rossi M92 reveals impressive performance, achieving 1709.6 fps. The round exhibited significant fragmentation and penetration of 20.1 inches in ballistic gel, behaving more like a rifle cartridge due to its velocity. This challenges typical handgun round terminal ballistics expectations.