1st Look: Radical Defense PDW / Horus Blades / Holosun SCRS / Otis Tech

Published on September 6, 2023
Duration: 20:12

This video provides a first look at several new products, including the Radical Defense PDW in 300 Blackout, a Horus Blades knife, Otis cleaning gear, and the Holosun SCRS optic. The presenter demonstrates mounting the Holosun SCRS on the PDW and then conducts a shooting drill on a cold start target, discussing the performance of subsonic ammunition and the optic's features. Initial impressions suggest the PDW is a capable platform, though some gas system tuning might be needed for optimal performance.

Quick Summary

The Radical Defense PDW, chambered in 300 Blackout, features a 3D printed suppressor and iron sights. It was tested with the Holosun SCRS optic, which offers solar charging and adjustable brightness. Initial performance indicated potential undergassing issues, with failures to lock back on empty magazines.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Unboxing
  2. 00:25Horus Blades Knife Review
  3. 02:23Otis Technology Cleaning Kit
  4. 04:42Radical Defense PDW First Look
  5. 06:05Holosun SCRS Optic Installation
  6. 07:07Shooting Drill Setup
  7. 08:03Cold Start Shooting Drill
  8. 11:56Instructor's Turn Shooting
  9. 13:22Zeroing the PDW
  10. 14:11Zeroing Shots & Chronograph
  11. 15:55Second Shooter's Turn
  12. 17:18Final Shooting & Chronograph
  13. 18:30Performance Recap & Issues
  14. 19:00Optic & Gear Impressions
  15. 19:50Conclusion & Future Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Radical Defense PDW shown in the video?

The Radical Defense PDW is chambered in 300 Blackout and features a 3D printed suppressor. It also comes equipped with iron sights, offering a backup aiming solution.

What is the Holosun SCRS optic and what are its notable features?

The Holosun SCRS is a solar charging rifle sight with a green reticle. It includes an auto-adjust brightness setting that can be manually overridden for more precise control during zeroing.

What issues were encountered with the Radical Defense PDW during testing?

During shooting, the PDW experienced failures to lock back on empty magazines, even when using supersonic ammunition. This suggests potential undergassing or a need for adjustment to the gas system.

How did subsonic ammunition perform in the Radical Defense PDW?

When using subsonic 220-grain Total Metal Jacket ammunition with the 3D printed suppressor, the shooting experience was notably quiet and enjoyable, highlighting the effectiveness of the suppressed setup.

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