NRA Gun Gear of the Week: Crimson Trace 1911 Lasergrips

This video showcases Crimson Trace's Laserguard accessories for the SIG P320, highlighting their design, instinctive front-button activation, and ease of battery replacement with an external door. It also demonstrates the practical application of lasers in shooting, including a fun jelly bean target challenge, emphasizing that accuracy ultimately depends on the shooter.

This video from The VSO Gun Channel critically analyzes an AI-generated video from ScopeLine, debunking common firearms myths and misinformation. Expert insights are provided on ballistics, the myth of 'stopping power,' the reliability of the 1911 platform, and the effectiveness of various calibers. The analysis highlights the AI's factual errors and provides accurate, expert-level context for viewers.

This video outlines five practical advantages of using a pistol laser for self-defense. The instructor emphasizes its utility in unconventional shooting positions, faster target acquisition during draws, improved low-light engagement, enhanced accuracy while moving, and effectiveness in dry-fire training. Several laser and laser-light combo products are recommended with specific features and pricing.

This video from SHOT Show 2026, presented by Kevin Jarnagin and Cameron Tapler and sponsored by Palmetto State Armory, offers an expert look at two new PSA firearms. The PSA Sabre Key Shotgun is detailed as an NFA Short Barreled Shotgun (SBS) designed for under-barrel mounting, requiring specific AR-15 configurations. The PSA Sabre-11 DS 1911 is highlighted for its all-billet construction, double-stack capacity, and optic-ready slide.

This video from Civilian Tactical explores the performance of the 'Havok Halo' .45 ACP ammunition. The host, demonstrating proper firearm handling and safety, tests the unique blue-tipped rounds by firing them at a steel target and a simulated car door. The results showcase a significant explosive and fragmenting effect, highlighting the ammunition's potential for specialized applications. The content also briefly mentions SDI for gunsmithing education.

This entry details insights from Dale Hanson, a MACV-SOG veteran, discussing intense combat experiences in Vietnam and demonstrating modern firearm proficiency. Hanson recounts a harrowing ambush where his M1 Carbine failed, highlighting equipment reliability under extreme stress. The content also touches upon MACV-SOG intelligence gathering and a modern range session showcasing continued expertise with various firearms.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.