SHOT Show: .50 Cal Gatling Guns, Surefire XC3, & More Must-See Gear! (Day 2)

This guide details the installation of the Surefire XC3 pistol-mounted light, a 550-lumen accessory designed for micro-compact firearms like the Glock 43X and Sig P365 equipped with a Picatinny rail. The video, presented by a Palmetto State Armory representative, emphasizes its hybrid beam pattern and widespread holster support, making it a strong contender for EDC.

This video provides an expert-level overview and comparison of the Surefire XC3 pistol light against the Streamlight TLR7. It details the XC3's features, including its user-friendly key system and battery access, and compares its performance in terms of button activation, light spread (flood), and throw. The instructor, with prior experience using a prototype XC3, offers insights into its practical application and value proposition.

This video provides a comprehensive comparison and low-light testing of the Surefire XC3 compact weapon-mounted pistol light, evaluating its performance against the Streamlight TLR7A and Surefire X300 Ultra. The presenter, Dave from UN12 Magazine, details the XC3's specifications, ergonomics, and real-world application, highlighting its effectiveness in various lighting conditions and distances. The review emphasizes the importance of lumens and candela for information gathering and decision-making in tactical scenarios.

This video demonstrates the process of creating a custom Kydex holster for the new Staccato HDC 3.6" pistol, featuring a unique 'Tokyo' fabric overlay. The instructor, Roger Barrera of QVO Tactical, details the heating, molding, and assembly process, including the integration of a Surefire XC3 weapon light and a Discreet Carry Concepts Monolock attachment. The finished holster offers adjustable retention and a high sweat guard, showcasing QVO Tactical's approach to custom firearm accessories.

This review of the Surefire XC3 weaponlight highlights its compact size, intuitive paddle activation, and a useful lockout feature for storage. The light shares a footprint with the Streamlight TLR-7, ensuring broad holster compatibility. It offers 550 lumens and 7200 candela with a hybrid beam pattern suitable for everyday carry scenarios.

This video details the assembly and performance testing of a custom Sig P365 XL build featuring an ECM Precision R11 grip module and a Norso 3.7-inch slide and bull barrel with Geo Ports. The build demonstrates tight tolerances, good accuracy at 25 yards (sub-2-inch groups), and reliable performance after a brief break-in period. The presenters discuss the ergonomics, aesthetics, and practical application of this highly customized micro-compact pistol for concealed carry.

This guide details the technique for firing the Micro Uzi in full-auto, as demonstrated by Dave Merrill and Dave Rhoden on RECOILtv. It emphasizes proper grip, stock usage, and recoil management due to the firearm's high cyclic rate (1250 RPM). The instruction highlights the effectiveness of the compensator ports in controlling muzzle rise during intense firing sequences.

This video provides an expert-level look inside a real Ukrainian arms room in 2024, showcasing a diverse array of weaponry from Soviet-era relics to modern Western platforms. Host Iain Harrison, RECOIL's editor, details the logistical shift towards NATO standards and highlights specific weapon systems in use by Ukrainian forces in Eastern Ukraine. The entry emphasizes the practical application and integration of various firearms and munitions in a high-intensity conflict zone.

This entry details the extensive career of Billy Waugh, a legendary figure in US special operations and intelligence. It covers his early life, military service in Korea and Vietnam with Special Forces and SOG, pioneering HALO jump techniques, and advanced intelligence gathering operations in Africa. Waugh's expertise in clandestine surveillance, tracking high-value targets like Carlos the Jackal and Osama bin Laden, and utilizing night operations in challenging environments is highlighted.

This guide details the field stripping and basic operation of the PKM machine gun, as demonstrated by Iain Harrison of RECOILtv. It covers disassembly steps including barrel and bolt carrier group removal, as well as loading and unloading procedures. Harrison, an expert with high authority, highlights the PKM's Soviet construction and unique feeding mechanism compared to Western designs.