Gun stuff that makes your life easier. Otis Magazine tool for Glock, breach to bore kit and more

This guide details the process of replacing a Glock magazine follower with new 'slushie' colored options. It covers the disassembly of the magazine using a specific tool, the removal and reinstallation of the spring and follower, and the reassembly of the magazine. The video also touches on the interchangeability of Glock magazines across different generations and highlights the functional differences between Gen 3/4 and Gen 5 magazines.

This video reviews Mec-Gar's new aftermarket metal magazines for Glock pistols, highlighting their design and functionality. The presenter demonstrates the ease of disassembling the magazine base plate for cleaning and reassembly, noting that all components remain captured on the spring. The review also covers the magazine's performance in both Glock firearms and Glock-clone pistols like the Ruger RXM.

This video emphasizes the critical importance of magazine management and reliability testing, particularly for platforms like the H&K MP5. The instructors demonstrate how to use color-coded tape and markings to differentiate between duty and training magazines, and how to systematically test magazines for consistent feeding, especially with hollow-point ammunition. They highlight that many perceived firearm reliability issues, particularly with hollow points in MP5s, may stem from aftermarket or 'copy' magazines rather than the firearm itself.

This guide explains that storing loaded magazines long-term does not degrade them, contrary to common myths. It details how to use specific accessories like PMAG dust covers to reduce feed lip stress and emphasizes the importance of storing magazines in a cool, dry environment. Proper maintenance, including cleaning and light oiling, is crucial to prevent rust and ensure reliability, especially after exposure to elements or heavy use.

Magic Prepper, a high-level civilian prepper, outlines a pragmatic strategy for magazine counts in SHTF scenarios. He emphasizes magazines as critical, wear-and-tear delivery systems, recommending a tiered approach for handguns (6 minimum) and rifles (21 minimum). The guide also highlights the cost-effectiveness of maintaining existing magazines through spare parts like springs and followers.

This video discusses various AR-15 magazines, highlighting their features, durability, and potential legal restrictions. It covers standard capacity (30-round), high-capacity (over 30-round), and state-compliant (10-round) options, emphasizing the importance of reliable feeding and robust construction. The presenter reviews metal, polymer, and hybrid magazines from brands like DuraMag, Lancer, Magpul, and American Tactical, offering insights into their performance and suitability for different needs.

This review focuses on a vintage 1980s Smith & Wesson Model 60 'no dash' revolver, identified as a new favorite by the reviewer. The expert firearm collector highlights key vintage features such as the pinned barrel, hammer-mounted firing pin, and original wooden grips. The revolver's history of ownership in Concord, Massachusetts, adds to its provenance.

This review by Cranky Gun Reviews provides a detailed, analytical comparison of three minimalistic .22LR survival rifles: the Chiappa Little Badger, Ruger 10/22 Takedown, and Henry US Survival. The expert reviewer assesses each rifle based on critical survival criteria including deployment speed, portability, weight, capacity, ergonomics, sights, floating ability, and price, offering practical insights for choosing the best option for specific needs.

This review of the Savage Model 301 break-action shotgun highlights its budget-friendly nature, ideal for survival scenarios. The expert demonstrates its simple operation, safety features like the hammer block transfer bar, and easy two-piece takedown for portability. Performance with various .410 bore ammunition types is discussed, along with its value proposition under $200.

This guide details a DIY approach to handloading 410 shotshells, focusing on cost savings and utilizing repurposed tools alongside specific MEC press components. The process involves trimming 3-inch shells to 2.5 inches, depriming, resizing with a dedicated die, and priming. It then covers measuring powder (14 grains of Winchester 296), seating wads, adding shot (half an ounce of #6), and performing both pre-crimping and final crimping using MEC accessories. The presenter emphasizes the challenges of achieving perfect crimps without a full MEC press setup.