DAA Edge Timer Update

This video reviews the new Double Alpha (DAA) Edge Timer, comparing it extensively to the Kestrel timer, which has been a long-standing favorite for its ruggedness and reliability. The DAA Edge Timer is presented as a direct competitor, offering similar features and build quality at a significantly lower price point. Key similarities include the use of sealed Lithium 123 batteries, robust construction, and loud buzzer volume, crucial for competitive shooting environments. The DAA Edge Timer also features five programmable presets for buzzer delay, tone, volume, and par times, mirroring the Kestrel's functionality.

This video provides initial impressions of the Double Alpha Academy Edge Timer, comparing it to the Kestrel Old Rattly. The instructor highlights its quiet operation on the lowest setting, adjustable buzzer volume, and menu features like start delay presets and par time tracking. He notes the convenience of the corner 'go' button and the integrated flashlight, while also discussing the pocket clip's durability and battery access. The timer is presented as a potentially more affordable and functional alternative to the Kestrel.

Ben Stoeger revisits the Kestrel Timer, initially lukewarm due to its price. After extensive use in classes, he finds its loud, easily audible beep superior for range instruction, even with hearing protection. He also highlights its ruggedness and reliability compared to the fragile Pocket Pro timer, ultimately recommending it for serious range use.

This video from Modern Protector outlines three essential items beyond a firearm and holster for concealed carriers: pepper spray for non-lethal encounters, a trauma kit for severe bleeding, and a shot timer for skill development. The instructor emphasizes that while a gun is a tool, it's not always the right one, and these additional items enhance preparedness and safety.

This video outlines essential items for a productive range session, emphasizing the importance of a heavy-duty, spacious range bag. Key recommendations include robust eye and hearing protection, a shot timer for training, organized magazine storage, a monocular for target viewing, a multi-tool for minor repairs, a speed loader for efficient magazine loading, a gun cleaning kit, shooting gloves, a mag dump pouch, a first aid kit, a sight pusher, and a stapler for targets.

The SG Pulse and Shot Timer II offers exceptional battery life, lasting through multiple 6-7 hour training days and a two-day competition with significant usage. Its automatic sleep/battery-saving feature prevents accidental drain, a common issue in extended training scenarios. This makes it a reliable tool for serious shooters requiring consistent performance over long durations.

Lucas Botkin, founder of T.Rex Arms, shares his expert insights on optimizing carbine builds based on extensive round counts. He details his philosophy on barrel length versus optic choice, preferring red dots for shorter barrels and magnification for longer ones. Botkin also discusses preferences for muzzle devices, foregrips, lights, lasers, and triggers, emphasizing reliability and simplicity for high-volume use.

This video details a critical incident during a firearms class where a custom-built pistol, featuring numerous aftermarket parts, experienced unintended discharges. The instructors meticulously troubleshoot the issue, identifying tolerance stacking and specific magazine fit as the likely culprits. They emphasize the importance of testing aftermarket components and the potential pitfalls of combining non-OEM parts.

This video discusses the practical considerations of Short Barreled Rifles (SBRs) with firearms instructor Nick Young. Key takeaways include the benefits of SBRs for suppressor use, the legal complexities involving ATF travel paperwork, and the potential reliability issues and increased violence in shorter-barreled platforms. The discussion also touches on the importance of proper buffer systems and the tendency for 'Franken-guns' to fail in training.

Hwansik Kim explains his 'No Friction Grip' technique, developed to maintain control in adverse conditions like sweaty hands or rain. The method emphasizes specific pressure points, particularly using the support hand's index finger on the trigger guard and the top knuckles of the support hand on the firing hand. This technique aims to minimize reliance on grip enhancers and provide consistent control through recoil by creating a stable platform without excessive friction.