NRA Gun Gear of the Week: Mag Pump

This video by Ted from Line45 outlines seven essential calibers Americans should stockpile to prepare for potential ammunition shortages, citing patterns observed in past events like the 2020 crunch. The advice focuses on calibers that disappear first due to high demand from various user groups, supply chain vulnerabilities, and production limitations. The instructor emphasizes maintaining separate stashes for training and defensive ammunition for each caliber.

This video evaluates the FN SCAR 15P as a potential truck gun, comparing its 'sci-fi' refinement to the 'caveman' brutality of the Micro Draco. It highlights the SCAR 15P's compact size, maneuverability, and familiar AR-like controls, while acknowledging trade-offs in blast, cost, and velocity loss from its short barrel. The discussion emphasizes choosing a truck gun based on individual priorities, training, and tolerance for compromise.

This video explains the Plan B mount system used by Lantac suppressors, specifically demonstrating its compatibility with the Lantac Dragon 556 muzzle brake. The presenter highlights the modularity of the Plan B mount, allowing users to switch suppressors between different firearms that utilize the same mounting configuration. The internal threading of the muzzle brake and subsequent baffles is shown, emphasizing the standardized interface.

This video, presented by an experienced instructor, identifies the five worst calibers for budget ammunition stockpiling in 2026: 300 Blackout, 10mm Auto, .45 ACP, 6.5 Creedmoor, and .308 Win/7.62 NATO. It highlights their high cost per round due to limited mass production or material expenses. The instructor recommends more affordable and widely available alternatives like 9mm, .40 S&W, 5.56mm/.223, and 7.62x39mm for budget-conscious individuals.

This video forecasts periodic ammunition shortages for seven popular calibers starting in 2026, driven by increased gun sales and potential civil unrest. The speaker, identified as knowledgeable in firearms and ammunition trends, details the reasons behind the anticipated scarcity for calibers like 9mm, 5.56/.223, 22 LR, 45 ACP, 380 ACP, 10mm Auto, and 6.5 Creedmoor, emphasizing that popular calibers are most affected.

This video showcases Lucas Botkin, an expert shooter, executing a challenging 200-meter shooting drill at the Element Training Complex. He demonstrates high-speed movement and precise target engagement from various barricade positions while testing the ADAPTIV Rail Prototype on his AR-15. The drill highlights proficiency with a suppressed rifle setup, including an Aimpoint optic and SureFire suppressor, completing the course in an impressive 2:06.0.

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.