S&W Shield Long Slide, New US Army SMG, CMP 1911 Update - TGC News!

Published on April 8, 2019
Duration: 12:41

This video covers the US Army's selection of the B&T APC9K as its new submachine gun, the first since WWII. It details the APC9K's specifications, including its 7-inch barrel, 1100 RPM rate of fire, and 30-round capacity. The segment also touches on the broader implications for the Personal Defense Weapon (PDW) market and B&T's growing presence in the US.

Quick Summary

The US Army has selected the B&T APC9K as its new submachine gun, the first since WWII. This 9mm SMG features a 7-inch barrel, ~1100 RPM rate of fire, and 30-round capacity, potentially influencing the PDW market.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Video Topics
  2. 00:12Birchwood Casey Sponsorship
  3. 00:44Welcome & CA Magazine Ban
  4. 00:58US Army SMG Selection Overview
  5. 01:31SMG Contenders
  6. 02:20US Army SMG Winner: B&T APC9K
  7. 02:44B&T US Presence & PDW Market
  8. 03:21Ruger Security-9 Compact
  9. 04:08S&W M&P Shield M2.0 Long Slide
  10. 05:05S&W Optics & Pricing
  11. 05:47CMP 1911 Resale Issue
  12. 07:00Matador Arms Mag-X Adapter
  13. 07:49Pilgrim Media Group Casting Call
  14. 08:29NeoMag Sponsorship
  15. 09:05Friendly Fire Q&A Intro
  16. 09:21NFA Repeal Question
  17. 09:44AR Pistol VFG Legality
  18. 10:15Remaking Old Guns
  19. 10:522A Advocacy Organizations
  20. 11:31CA 'Freedom Week' Magazine Sales
  21. 11:42Top 3 Guns if Ammo Cost Equal
  22. 11:56Outro & Calls to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the new submachine gun selected by the US Army?

The US Army has selected the B&T APC9K as its new submachine gun. This marks the first SMG selection by the Army since World War II, indicating a shift in modern combat needs and firearm technology.

What are the key features of the B&T APC9K?

The B&T APC9K is a 9mm submachine gun featuring a 7-inch barrel, a cyclic rate of approximately 1100 rounds per minute, and a weight of around 6 pounds. It also includes a swappable charging handle, 30-round magazine capacity, and a 3-lug suppressor mount.

What is the CMP's stance on 1911 resellers?

The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is banning individuals from purchasing surplus 1911s if they are caught reselling them immediately for profit. This action aims to preserve the program's original intent of providing affordable firearms to enthusiasts and collectors.

What is the Matador Arms Mag-X adapter?

The Matador Arms Mag-X is an adapter designed for AR-15 lower receivers that allows the use of Sig P320 magazines. It provides a way to convert an AR-15 platform to accept pistol magazines from a popular handgun model.

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