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This guide details the installation of the Arredondo +5/+6 Glock Magazine Extension, as demonstrated by Gear And Guns. The process involves disassembling the factory magazine, replacing the spring and follower with the included Arredondo components, and attaching the extension body. The video highlights the secure fit, durable construction, and textured baseplate for improved grip, making it a valuable upgrade for action shooters.

This video provides a gear overview for the Tactical Games, emphasizing the importance of a secure belt system and a non-restrictive plate carrier. The presenter details their choice of a Glock 34 MOS for its accuracy-focused shooting style and softer recoil impulse, along with strategies for carrying sufficient ammunition via belt and back pouches. The gear selection prioritizes freedom of movement and breath control for seamless transitions between demanding fitness and shooting stages.

This guide details Paul Costa's expert-level tactical belt setup, emphasizing modularity and efficiency. It covers holster mounting with Blade-Tech adapters for superior adjustability, the use of specific holsters like Safariland with Nub Mods for duty and Big Dog Steel for competition, and various magazine pouch solutions including Blade-Tech Minis and custom 3D-printed options. The setup prioritizes ergonomic reloads and quick access to essential gear.

Joel Park provides an expert overview of the Nighthawk Custom BDS9, a 9mm double-stack 1911 designed for competition. He details the Nighthawk IOS for optic mounting, highlights the pistol's ergonomics including a well-designed ambidextrous safety, and showcases a full competition rig. The review emphasizes the BDS9's suitability for USPSA Limited Optics division, noting its crisp trigger and impressive accuracy out-of-the-box.

This guide details the installation and use of a quick on/off tactical belt system, specifically mentioning High Speed Gear International. The system emphasizes convenience for range or competition use, allowing for rapid attachment and detachment without the need to tuck shirts or manage an inner belt. It's presented as an efficient setup for instructors or those prioritizing ease of use.

This video showcases the 'John Wick' inspired tactical loadout featuring a battle belt and a retention holster from We The People Holsters. A presenter demonstrates the benefits of a thumb-activated retention holster for smooth draws during training and live-fire exercises on an outdoor range. The content highlights practical gear setup for shooters looking to enhance their range performance and preparedness.

This guide details a practical experiment to debunk the myth that an AR-15 round would 'blow off' an ear. The Humble Marksman demonstrates through testing with pig ears that common rifle rounds, and even heavier calibers, create clean holes rather than explosive damage on thin tissue. The expert's analysis highlights the difference between tissue interaction and ballistics gel cavitation.

This guide showcases the specialized 'Space Guns' used in Open Division competition at the Double Tap Championship. It highlights custom 2011 pistols, advanced optics like C-More RTS2 and Sig Sauer Romeo3 Max, and high-end holsters from Safariland and Double Alpha Academy. The content, presented by a seasoned competition shooter, offers insights into the gear and techniques employed in high-level shooting events.

This guide details an efficient iron sight technique, drawing on insights from 3-division USPSA Grand Master Tim Herron. It emphasizes a shift from rigid front sight focus to a more effective target-oriented approach, using the rear sight for gross aiming and the front sight for fine-tuning. This method is particularly beneficial for shooters transitioning from red dot sights.

This guide details the disassembly process for three popular 2011-style pistols: the Staccato P, Springfield Armory Prodigy, and Bul Armory SAS II Tac 4.25. It highlights differences in guide rod systems, with the Staccato P featuring a toolless system, the Bul Armory requiring a paperclip or staple, and the Springfield Armory Prodigy needing a hex wrench. Proper maintenance of the guide rod system is crucial for reliable firearm function.