I Put A NERF Optic on My REAL RIFLE! It works! #nerf #guns #shortsvideo

Published on January 12, 2024
Duration: 0:34

This guide details the process of mounting and testing a toy optic on a real firearm, specifically an IWI Galil Ace Gen 2. It covers the removal of a standard optic and the attachment of a Nerf toy optic to a Picatinny rail for recoil testing. The video demonstrates that surprisingly, the toy optic can withstand live fire, though its long-term durability and accuracy are not guaranteed.

Quick Summary

A Nerf toy optic was surprisingly tested on an IWI Galil Ace Gen 2 rifle and withstood live fire recoil, remaining functional. While this demonstrates unexpected resilience, toy optics are not designed for firearms and lack the durability, accuracy, and reliability of real firearm sights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Experiment Setup
  2. 00:07Mounting the Nerf Optic
  3. 00:16Live Fire Testing
  4. 00:23Results and Final Shots

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a toy optic be mounted on a real rifle?

Yes, a toy optic can be physically mounted onto a real rifle's Picatinny rail using its attachment mechanism. However, it's crucial to understand that toy optics are not designed for firearm recoil or accuracy, making them unreliable for actual shooting applications.

Will a toy optic survive the recoil of a real rifle?

In a surprising test, a Nerf toy optic was mounted on an IWI Galil Ace Gen 2 (5.56x45mm NATO) and withstood the recoil from live fire, remaining functional. This is not a guarantee of durability or accuracy for all toy optics or firearms.

What is the IWI Galil Ace Gen 2?

The IWI Galil Ace Gen 2 is a semi-automatic rifle chambered in calibers like 5.56x45mm NATO. It features a Picatinny rail system, making it compatible with various optics and accessories, including, as demonstrated, even toy ones.

What are the risks of using a toy optic on a real firearm?

The primary risks include the optic failing catastrophically under recoil, causing damage to the firearm or injury. Furthermore, toy optics lack proper zeroing capabilities and durability, leading to extreme inaccuracy and an unreliable aiming solution.

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