Mud Test: 308 Galil ACE

This video features a social media experiment where three gun tubers (Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, Karl Casarda of In Range TV, and Administrative Results) independently rank four iconic rifles for militia use: the FN FAL, HK G3, AR-15, and AK-47. The consensus among the experts is that the AK-47 is the superior choice for arming untrained conscripts due to its simplicity, reliability, and ease of maintenance, while the FN FAL and HK G3 are deemed too powerful and complex for such a role. The AR-15 is considered good for trained soldiers but less ideal for a ragtag militia.

This video, presented by an experienced instructor, identifies the five worst calibers for budget ammunition stockpiling in 2026: 300 Blackout, 10mm Auto, .45 ACP, 6.5 Creedmoor, and .308 Win/7.62 NATO. It highlights their high cost per round due to limited mass production or material expenses. The instructor recommends more affordable and widely available alternatives like 9mm, .40 S&W, 5.56mm/.223, and 7.62x39mm for budget-conscious individuals.

This video from IWA 2026 showcases Grand Power's new firearms for the Slovakian military, including their AR-platform service rifle replacing the VZ 58. It highlights features like a piston-driven system, ambi controls, and quick-detach handguards. The GP R10 DMR in .308 and new Stribog SMGs are also presented, with discussions on potential US availability and pricing.

Magpul announces the immediate shipping of their popular GEN M3 PMAGs in a new Olive Drab Green (ODG) color. This release includes various capacities and calibers, such as 5.56x45mm NATO/.223 Remington, .300 Blackout, and 7.62x51mm NATO/.308 Winchester. The company emphasizes that these new ODG magazines retain the same reliability and performance standards as their existing product line, ensuring consistent functionality for a wide range of AR-15 and LR/SR platforms.

This video provides an expert-level demonstration and analysis of the .308 SLAP (Saboted Light Armor Penetrator) round, showcasing its extreme armor-piercing capabilities. The host, demonstrating high authority and practical experience, uses specialized equipment to test the round against a Level 3 riot shield and AR500 steel plate, clocking velocities up to 4070 fps. The insights highlight the round's effectiveness and potential danger, offering valuable data for those interested in high-performance ammunition and ballistic testing.

This guide details the operation of a PTR-91 battle rifle, a G3 clone, based on a demonstration by a proficient shooter. It covers loading, chambering a round using the 'HK slap' technique, and engaging multiple steel targets with controlled rapid fire. The video highlights the use of Magtech .308 ammunition, a Holosun optic, and Magpul gloves, emphasizing efficient weapon manipulation and recoil management in an outdoor range setting.

This guide details how to clear common malfunctions on an AK-74 platform rifle, specifically when heavily fouled with mud. Expert instruction from Karl Kasarda demonstrates advanced techniques for dealing with failures to go into battery, feeding issues, and stuck chambers. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding mechanical tolerances and performing thorough cleaning after such extreme environmental testing.

This guide details the historical method of igniting and deploying 18th-century grenades, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda of InRangeTV. It covers the preparation and use of a slow match to ignite the external timed fuse of a replica grenade. The video emphasizes that this is a replica and stresses the extreme danger and illegality of handling live explosives.

This guide details the proper application of a Gaza-style or CAT tourniquet, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda on InRangeTV. It emphasizes initial strap tightness before windlass use for effective hemorrhage control and occlusion. The instruction highlights the importance of securing the windlass and managing patient pain during application.

This guide details the historical loading process for the 1836 Colt Paterson revolver, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda. It covers the unique disassembly required, the precise powder charge and projectile seating using specialized tools, and the capping procedure. The instruction emphasizes a high level of expertise due to the intricate and period-specific nature of the task.