A Day at T.REX ARMS with Lucas Botkin

Published on December 18, 2018
Duration: 27:54

This video features Lucas Botkin, founder of T.REX ARMS, demonstrating expert-level insights into firearm operation and gear. He conducts live fire testing of a Springfield Armory SOCOM II (EBR), evaluating its performance and critiquing the muzzle brake's effect. Botkin also assesses the comfort and utility of the 'Sidecar' appendix holster during dynamic drills, highlighting practical application of tactical gear.

Quick Summary

Lucas Botkin of T.REX ARMS conducts live fire testing of the Springfield Armory SOCOM II (EBR), noting the muzzle brake's aggressive downward force. He also assesses the comfort of the 'Sidecar' appendix holster during dynamic drills, highlighting practical gear application.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Role Overview
  2. 01:37Content Production Workflow
  3. 02:48Productivity and Organization
  4. 03:55Research and Development
  5. 04:28Firearm Acquisition and Initial Impressions
  6. 05:50Business History and Platform Strategy
  7. 10:13Manufacturing and Holster Design
  8. 13:08Web Development and Customer Support
  9. 15:31Gear Preparation and Armory
  10. 16:31Live Fire Testing
  11. 18:09Post-Production and Editing

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearm was tested in the T.REX ARMS video?

The video features live fire testing of a Springfield Armory SOCOM II (EBR) rifle, equipped with a 16-inch barrel and Sage International EBR chassis. Lucas Botkin also discusses other firearms like SCARs, Sig MCXs, and AR-15s.

How did the muzzle brake on the SOCOM II EBR perform?

Lucas Botkin observed that the muzzle brake on the SOCOM II EBR drove the gun down too aggressively during live fire testing, indicating a potential issue with recoil management or muzzle rise control.

What holster was evaluated for comfort?

The 'Sidecar' appendix holster, manufactured by T.REX ARMS, was evaluated for comfort during dynamic drills. The assessment indicated it remained comfortable even during active movement.

What is Lucas Botkin's role at T.REX ARMS?

Lucas Botkin, founder of T.REX ARMS, manages multiple facets of the business including marketing, content production, and product development. He emphasizes spending significant time on computer-based tasks for digital content and internal communications.

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