Elite Tactical Systems Magazines and Magazine Loader - SHOT Show 2020

Elliott Delp demonstrates the magazine compatibility of a Palmetto State Armory (PSA) 9mm PCC, highlighting its ability to accept standard Glock magazines. He specifically shows the function of Magpul PMAG 17 GL9 magazines, confirming they fit and function reliably. This setup is presented as a high-value option for those seeking a 9mm PCC.

This guide explores the reasons behind the potential shift away from 9mm dominance in 2026, as discussed by an experienced firearms instructor. It details several alternative calibers, including .30 Super Carry, 5.7x28mm, 10mm, .357 SIG, and .22 TCM, highlighting their unique performance characteristics, ballistic data, and suitable firearm platforms. The information aims to provide a comprehensive overview for shooters considering options beyond the standard 9mm.

Matador Arms showcases their 9mm Pistol Caliber Carbines (PCCs) at CANCON Arizona 2024. Key features include bufferless uppers, non-reciprocating charging handles, last-round bolt hold open with Glock magazines, and a gas port to mitigate blowback, especially when suppressed. They offer various configurations, including the Mat 9 K with a 5-inch barrel and the standard Mat 9 with an 8-inch barrel, with a 16-inch version planned.

This video features Stuart from ETS Magazines discussing their new line of magazines, which combine a steel frame in high-stress areas with clear polymer for the rest of the body. This design aims to offer the reliability of steel with the round count visibility of polymer. The company has received an award for best new product from Big Rock for these magazines. They also highlight the durability and chemical resistance of their clear polymer, addressing common hesitations about its performance in extreme temperatures or under impact. ETS is expanding compatibility to platforms like the SIG Sauer P320 and Smith & Wesson M&P, noting that their magazines utilize Glock base plate compatibility, allowing for aftermarket extensions.

This video argues that Pistol Caliber Carbines (PCCs), Personal Defense Weapons (PDWs), and submachine guns are ideal for WROL/SHTF scenarios. It details historical precedents, optimal kit setups emphasizing magazine compatibility and ammunition availability, and the philosophical advantages of PCCs over traditional rifles in terms of weight, maneuverability, recoil, and logistics. The instructor highlights the prevalence of 9mm and Glock magazines as key factors.

This video provides a comprehensive comparison and range test of several popular pistol chassis systems: Flux Raider, Recover Tactical (2020 and S Pro), CAA MCK, and Strike Industries Alpha Mark 2. The hosts evaluate their ergonomics, ease of use, reliability, and performance during shooting drills, including reloads, to determine the best options for various budgets and needs. The review highlights the strengths and weaknesses of each chassis, offering insights for potential buyers.

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.