New Products Week in Review 2-5-16

This video showcases four "Build of the Month" rifle configurations from Battle Hawk Armory, presented by Tactical Advisor. The builds range from a compact 300 Blackout with premium components to a budget-friendly AR-15 and a dedicated 350 Legend hunting rifle. The presenter emphasizes the cost savings through Battle Hawk Armory's bundles and encourages viewers to join their live streams on Rumble and X for more detailed discussions and exclusive content due to YouTube's content restrictions.

This video provides a first look at the Vortex Veil 400 thermal imager, highlighting its user-friendly design, familiar interface modeled after Vortex rangefinders, and suitability for hunters. The reviewer emphasizes its ease of use, photo/video capture capabilities, and internal storage, while also noting limitations in extreme detail compared to high-end models. The device is presented as a solid, mid-range option for those seeking to quickly scan and identify heat sources in the field.

This video showcases an impressive firearm collection, humorously dubbed a 'daycare' in Minnesota. The content highlights high-end tactical gear, including custom AR-15 builds with premium optics and mounts from Vortex Optics and Unity Tactical, alongside specialized firearms like a triple-barrel shotgun and an FN P90. The presenter, identified as Tactical Advisor, demonstrates a high level of expertise in curating and showcasing advanced firearm configurations and professional storage solutions.

This entry details the top five favorite firearms of Green Beret Kyle Lamb, a retired Sergeant Major with over 20 years of Special Operations experience. Lamb provides an authoritative, yet casual, overview of his selections, ranging from the iconic M1 Garand to the versatile AR-15 system, sharing insights based on his extensive combat and operational experience. The list emphasizes reliability, effectiveness, and historical significance in firearm design.

This video provides an expert-level comparison of a budget-friendly ArmaLite M-15 3-Gun and a premium Mitchell Defense MD-15 Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR). Both rifles are chambered in .223 Wylde/5.56 NATO and are tested for sub-MOA accuracy with match-grade ammunition. The analysis highlights the performance differences and value propositions of each build, concluding that a budget build can effectively meet DMR requirements.

This video showcases the PWS 6mm ARC rifle in a long-range shooting scenario at an outdoor range, likely featuring TA Targets. The PWS 6mm ARC rifle is equipped with a Vortex Optics scope and a suppressor, demonstrating its capabilities with the 6mm ARC cartridge. Visuals include loading, shooting, bullet impacts on steel targets, and close-ups of the rifle's components.

This guide details the installation of a Geissele MK8 Super Modular Rail on an AR-15 platform. It covers securing the upper receiver, installing the barrel nut, gas system, and the rail itself, emphasizing the use of specialized tools and proper torque specifications. The process requires an intermediate skill level and careful attention to detail for a secure and functional build.

This guide, based on expert instruction from Brownells, details essential practices for proper ammunition storage. It emphasizes using airtight containers, managing humidity with desiccants, and maintaining stable temperatures to ensure ammunition reliability and safety. Proper storage is crucial for preventing corrosion and propellant degradation, especially for sensitive components like primers.

This guide details the process of upgrading an AR-15 from standard A2 furniture to Magpul components. It covers the removal of the A2 pistol grip and installation of the Magpul MIAD Grip and Magpul PRS Stock. The video demonstrates efficient assembly using specialized tools, highlighting the ergonomic benefits and adjustability of the Magpul parts. Instruction is provided by Brownells, a recognized industry authority.

This entry details the creation of a movie prop suppressor for a Remington 11-87 used in 'No Country for Old Men.' Prop master Larry Zanoff explains how the suppressor was designed to look homemade and was non-functional, with sound effects added in post-production. The process highlights the creative problem-solving involved in film armory.