New Vortex Venom Enclosed Emitter Red Dot

This guide demonstrates how to zero a pistol's red dot sight using the SiteRight 2.0 laser bore sighter. It outlines a simple, home-based method that avoids the need for live fire and ammunition. The process involves selecting the correct adapter, inserting the bore sighter into the barrel, and aligning the red dot reticle with the emitted green laser.

This comprehensive review of the Vortex Defender ST red dot sight, presented by an experienced instructor, details its features, performance, and improvements over previous models. The guide covers installation steps, technical specifications, and the rationale behind design choices like the Delta Point Pro footprint. It highlights the optic's durability, improved battery life due to enhanced shake-awake and auto-shutoff functions, and the clarity of its new LED. The review also touches upon Vortex's customer service and warranty, offering valuable insights for potential buyers.

The video argues that the Trijicon RMR is 'mid' compared to newer optics, citing significant parallax error at 25 yards. It highlights the Osite SE and Vortex Defender ST as superior alternatives with much less parallax shift, even on budget options. The speaker suggests the RMR's reputation for durability is comparable to older, less advanced vehicles.

This video introduces Vortex's new lineup of enclosed red dot sights, including the Venom, Defender ST, and Defender CCW. The Venom features a 3 MOA dot and is positioned as a more budget-friendly option. The Defender ST and CCW both offer a 3 MOA dot and a 32 MOA ring, with the ST notably including a solar panel for extended battery life. The reviewer expresses excitement to test these optics, particularly the Defender CCW.

This guide details the installation of the new Vortex Venom enclosed red dot sight on a Glock MOS system. It covers the importance of the Delta Point Pro footprint, the use of adapter plates, and the necessity of suppressor height sights for co-witnessing. The guide also emphasizes proper screw torque and the use of Loctite for secure mounting.

This video provides an expert-level review and comparison of Lok Grips for Walther PDP steel frame pistols. Joel Park, a firearms instructor, details his experience with three different Lok Grips textures: 'Bogeies' (most aggressive), 'Veloci' (medium), and 'Full Checker'. He discusses grip fitting, palm swell options, and how different textures affect shooting comfort and performance, particularly on his fingertips. The video also touches on recoil springs and red dot sights for the PDPs.

Lucas Botkin, founder of T.Rex Arms, shares his expert insights on optimizing carbine builds based on extensive round counts. He details his philosophy on barrel length versus optic choice, preferring red dots for shorter barrels and magnification for longer ones. Botkin also discusses preferences for muzzle devices, foregrips, lights, lasers, and triggers, emphasizing reliability and simplicity for high-volume use.

This video details a critical incident during a firearms class where a custom-built pistol, featuring numerous aftermarket parts, experienced unintended discharges. The instructors meticulously troubleshoot the issue, identifying tolerance stacking and specific magazine fit as the likely culprits. They emphasize the importance of testing aftermarket components and the potential pitfalls of combining non-OEM parts.

This video discusses the practical considerations of Short Barreled Rifles (SBRs) with firearms instructor Nick Young. Key takeaways include the benefits of SBRs for suppressor use, the legal complexities involving ATF travel paperwork, and the potential reliability issues and increased violence in shorter-barreled platforms. The discussion also touches on the importance of proper buffer systems and the tendency for 'Franken-guns' to fail in training.

Hwansik Kim explains his 'No Friction Grip' technique, developed to maintain control in adverse conditions like sweaty hands or rain. The method emphasizes specific pressure points, particularly using the support hand's index finger on the trigger guard and the top knuckles of the support hand on the firing hand. This technique aims to minimize reliance on grip enhancers and provide consistent control through recoil by creating a stable platform without excessive friction.