Mud Test: X95 Tavor

This guide details a mud test performed on the Springfield Armory Hellion, a civilian variant of the VHS-2. Expert Karl Kasarda demonstrates the rifle's performance under extreme conditions, including its reliability with the dust cover closed and its eventual failure when mud ingress occurs with the dust cover open. The guide covers the test procedure, field cleaning attempts, and post-test disassembly findings, highlighting the charging handle slot as a potential vulnerability.

This guide details the mud testing procedure for the FN FS2000, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda of InRangeTV. The test focuses on the rifle's reliability under extreme conditions, highlighting its sealed design and forward-ejecting mechanism. Kasarda, a recognized firearm testing expert, emphasizes the FS2000's ability to function despite heavy mud contamination, even with the ejection port open.

This video details an extreme durability test of the Taurus TX9 pistol, subjecting it to heavy mud exposure and submersion. The firearm demonstrated surprising reliability, cycling successfully after being caked in mud and even after being rinsed in water. The test, conducted by Tactical Advisor, highlights the potential resilience of the TX9 under harsh conditions, though a gritty feel was noted after the abuse.

This livestream announcement features Jonathan Ferguson, Keeper of Firearms & Artillery at the Royal Armouries, discussing the L85A3 (SA80) rifle. The event highlights a collaboration between the Royal Armouries and the Cody Firearms Museum, with a focus on the L85A3's bullpup configuration and its in-game representation in Battlefield.

This guide details setting up the Steyr AUG as a reliable truck gun, emphasizing its compact bullpup design and integrated features for ease of use and storage. The Civilian Tactical Host highlights its 'fool-proof' nature due to fixed components, making it ideal for vehicle-based defense. Proper handling and storage within a vehicle are stressed for quick deployment and safety.

This guide details a reliability test for the Springfield Hellion (VHS-2) bullpup rifle, focusing on its performance after submersion in mud and water. The test involves immersing the rifle, dragging it through muck, and then firing multiple magazines to assess its functionality in adverse conditions. It highlights the importance of firearm reliability in harsh environments and demonstrates a practical field test.

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.