New Products Week in Review 9-4-2015

This guide synthesizes expert advice from Honest Outlaw on selecting and understanding popular red dot sights. It covers key considerations like durability, reticle size, battery life, and mounting solutions, drawing on over a decade of firearm review experience and extensive live-fire testing. The information is practical for handgun and rifle applications, emphasizing value and performance for various shooting needs.

This video provides a comprehensive review of the top 10 optics for AR-15 rifles in 2025, ranging from budget-friendly red dot sights to high-end magnified scopes. It details features, performance, and ideal use cases for each optic, helping viewers select the best option for sport shooting, home defense, or tactical applications. The selection covers various needs and budgets, emphasizing accuracy, speed, and overall effectiveness.

This guide details the manual of arms and live fire demonstration of the Mertsav MSG9A, a Turkish MP5 clone. It covers loading, chambering a round using the 'HK slap', and executing controlled rapid fire with recoil management. The video showcases the firearm's features, including its folding stock, MLOK handguard, and Trijicon optic, in a casual yet experienced demonstration at the Northcom Shooting Range in the Philippines.

This review from Louisiana Firearms examines several Trijicon red dot optics, including the SRO, RMR HD, RCR, and MRO. The presenters conduct durability tests, comparing their performance under stress and discussing their suitability for competition and duty use. Key takeaways include the SRO's speed and window size versus potential durability concerns, the RMR HD's ruggedness and auto-brightening features, and the MRO's improved newer generations.

This review of the Sionyx OPSIN digital night vision device highlights its features and performance in low-light shooting scenarios. While offering advantages like color display and recording capabilities, the reviewer notes limitations in clarity compared to analog night vision, particularly in extremely dark conditions. The OPSIN is presented as a capable, albeit expensive, option for those seeking digital NVG technology with integrated features.

This episode of Bust Your Builds features a review and critique of several viewer-submitted firearm builds. Hosts Jason and Eliza analyze AR-15s, a DDM4, an HK SP5, a Smith & Wesson M&P10, a 300 Blackout SBR, a California-compliant AR-15, a Block 1 clone, and a 5.56 AK. They discuss component choices, aesthetics, functionality, and provide scores based on build quality and practical application, offering insights into common build trends and potential improvements.

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.