2013 SHOT Show - Redfield

This video explains the advantages of red dot sights on handguns, contrasting them with traditional iron sights. Instructor Ben Stoeger details how red dots offer a single-plane aiming solution, simplifying focus on the target and improving speed and accuracy, especially at distance or under stress. The discussion also covers the subjective preference for red versus green dot colors, noting that while green may 'pop' more due to eye sensitivity, it can also be distracting for some, whereas red is often perceived as less attention-grabbing and more natural in outdoor environments. The importance of training with optics to leverage their benefits is emphasized.

This video reviews the Gideon Mediator XL, a large red dot optic. The speaker highlights its expansive field of view, clear glass, and punchy green reticle. Key features include a 3 MOA dot or 68 MOA circle dot reticle, 10 brightness settings with two night vision modes, shake-to-wake technology, a 225-second sleep timer, Picatinny rail mounting, and parallax-free operation at 100 yards. The optic is powered by a CR123A battery and is priced around $380, with a discount code available. The speaker reports approximately 800-850 rounds of reliable use.

This video provides an expert demonstration of the BearMight Solar Red Dot sight, highlighting its key features. The instructor, showing experienced authority, details the brightness adjustments, including night vision compatibility, and demonstrates how to switch between multiple reticle options (dot, circle, circle-dot). The guide covers practical usage and setup for this budget-friendly optic.

This video details the evolution of the Aimpoint Comp M series, from its origins in competition shooting to its adoption as the US Army's M68 Close Combat Optic. It covers key upgrades like night vision compatibility, ruggedization, improved battery life, and design changes to address field failures, culminating in the Comp M4.

This video provides an expert overview of the Gideon Optics Mediator XL optic, presented by Johnny Q. It details the unique grid structure designed to reduce glare, its removability, and technical specifications including 10 brightness settings (8 daylight, 2 NV), motion sensing with auto-off, extended battery life (up to 50,000 hours), and a 3 MOA dot/68 MOA circle reticle. The demonstration covers live-fire performance and pricing with a discount code.

This guide details modifications to the Springfield Echelon to enhance its shooting performance and ergonomics. Key upgrades include slide porting by 365 Weapons for reduced recoil, installation of a Sauer Wolf EDG enclosed optic, and a Tyrant Arms raised slide catch to resolve accidental slide lock issues. Further enhancements involve frame stippling, a Tyrant Arms trigger, a modified magazine release, and tactical tape for improved grip, making the Echelon a top-tier handgun for the presenter.

This video features a critique of a home defense AR-15 build by former Navy SEAL Jeff Gonzales. Key takeaways include the importance of a suppressor for indoor use, the critique of an overly complex sling, and recommendations for reliable optics. The discussion highlights the trade-offs of short-barreled rifles (SBRs) for home defense and emphasizes practical gear selection over complexity.

This guide details the tool-less field stripping process for the Beretta ARX-160, as demonstrated by a Beretta factory representative. It covers the quick-release barrel, stock, trigger group, and bolt assembly, emphasizing ease of maintenance. The representative highlights the rifle's modularity and ambidextrous features, noting its current military availability with future civilian plans.

This entry details the Fostech .50 Cal Drum Magazine, designed for Barrett M107 and 82A1 rifles, featuring a 20-round capacity and billet machined aluminum construction. It also touches upon the Fostech Rader .308 rifle. The information is presented with high technical focus from a manufacturer representative.

This video from ARFCOM News details a ballistic gel test of Remington's 158gr SJHP .357 Magnum ammunition fired from a 16-inch Rossi Model M92 carbine. The test highlights how carbine-length barrels significantly enhance .357 Magnum performance, achieving velocities comparable to some .300 Blackout loads and demonstrating substantial penetration and expansion in ballistic gel. The analysis touches on terminal ballistics theories and the unique behavior of high-velocity pistol rounds fired from rifles.