Kevin Brittingham of Q breaks down the 8.6 BLK for us.

This video from Demolition Ranch, featuring experts from Q, tests the effectiveness of various homemade body armor plates against 5.56x45mm NATO and 8.6 Blackout rounds. The tests reveal that common homemade armor designs offer minimal protection against high-velocity rifle rounds and even struggle against some heavy subsonic .30 caliber projectiles. The discussion highlights the importance of proper ballistic materials and design for effective protection.

This guide covers the general handling and functionality of the Q Boombox in 8.6 Blackout, drawing insights from an expert firearm instructor. It emphasizes safe firearm handling, understanding the unique features of the Boombox like its 1:3 twist rate and the Sig Sauer Romeo 9T optic, and common operational considerations. The review highlights the rifle's 'Death Trooper' aesthetic and its intended role in dominating close-to-medium engagement distances.

This video reviews the Q Honey Badger SBR in .300 Blackout, highlighting its features, performance, and price point. The hosts conduct tactical drills, including a silent entry simulation and a build drill, to assess the firearm's effectiveness. They discuss the integrated suppressor option, the unique anodizing finish, and the firearm's role in the .300 Blackout landscape, while also detailing reliability issues encountered during testing.

Kevin Brittingham from Q discusses his top five firearms for suppressed shooting, emphasizing ease of use, quiet operation, and effectiveness. The list includes the classic MP5, versatile .22 pistols and rifles, the potent .300 Blackout (especially in bolt-action platforms), and the cutting-edge .8.6 Blackout. Honorable mentions cover 9mm handguns and the HK Mark 23.

This video features Kevin Brittingham, the developer of the .300 Blackout cartridge, discussing ideal barrel lengths and ammunition for the caliber. He highlights the Q Honey Badger's 7-inch barrel for CQB and recommends specific loads for hunting. The discussion extends to the emerging 8.6 Blackout caliber, with Brittingham suggesting it may supersede .300 Blackout due to its superior energy and range.

This video explains how to optimize firearms chambered in calibers like .300 Blackout, 8.6 Blackout, and .338 ARC for both subsonic and supersonic ammunition by properly utilizing suppressors and adjustable gas blocks. It emphasizes that running these platforms suppressed is key to unlocking their full potential and achieving hearing-safe operation across different ammunition types.

This guide covers the setup and operation of the Daniel Defense DDM4 PDW in .300 Blackout, as presented by a firearms instructor. It details the installation of common accessories like suppressors, lights, and optics, along with magazine loading and stock adjustment. The video emphasizes the PDW concept's utility and the effectiveness of the .300 Blackout cartridge, concluding with a live-fire demonstration.

This video features Tim from Military Arms Channel demonstrating the Remington 742 semi-automatic rifle chambered in .30-06 Springfield. He compares the .30-06 cartridge to the 5.56x45mm used in AR-15s, highlighting the power difference. The demonstration includes live fire at a steel target, showcasing the rifle's operation and magazine insertion.

This guide details the installation of the AR-57 upper receiver onto a standard AR-15 lower receiver, enabling the use of the 5.7x28mm cartridge. It also covers a practical modification using a Magpul PMAG as a brass catcher, demonstrating how spent casings are ejected downward through the AR-15's magazine well. The information is presented with high authority by Military Arms Channel, a recognized firearms reviewer.

This guide details how to swap the stock on a Ruger Mini-14, demonstrating its modularity by replacing a synthetic stock with a classic wood folding stock. The video features a live-fire demonstration of the rifle in its 'A-Team' style configuration, highlighting its rapid-fire capability. The host, a recognized firearms expert, provides an informative and confident assessment.