Special Forces Medic Reviews Tourniquets | Tactical Rifleman

This video features an extreme durability test of the SICH (Strengthened Individual Combat Hybrid) tourniquet, presented as an alternative to the CAT gen 7. The test includes freezing the tourniquet for three days, dropping it, striking it with an axe, towing a car, and driving over it twice. Despite significant deformation, the SICH tourniquet remained functional, with successful applications demonstrated under the supervision of a combat medic from Slovenian special forces. The video highlights the all-metal fittings as a key feature contributing to its resilience in adverse conditions. A follow-up Doppler test by a Czech medical professional is linked for further analysis.

This video provides an overview of the T.REX ARMS Ironside Tourniquet Carrier. The carrier is designed to be compatible with CAT Tourniquets (Gen 5, 6, and 7) and features a hybrid construction of Kydex and elastic. The Kydex offers stability and protection, while the elastic hood ensures the tourniquet is securely held in place. It includes adjustable belt loops (1.5" and 1.75") and retention screws. A notable feature is the Carrier Connector, allowing integration with other Ironside Carrier System components for customizable setups.

Mike Glover discusses the development of the Fieldcraft Survival Tourniquet Holder, designed to improve the accessibility and reliability of tourniquets in tactical situations. He highlights its genesis from his Special Forces experience and as an instructor, emphasizing its functional design to reduce field failures. The holder is specifically made to carry the Combat Application Tourniquet Gen 7, considered the best available. The video also promotes Fieldcraft Survival's mission of expanding survival capabilities through education, training, and equipment, and directs viewers to their website, premium content, and social media.

In close-quarters combat, drawing a pistol can be dangerous as an opponent can easily grab the firearm. A tactical knife offers a safer alternative, allowing the user to create space by targeting vital areas like the carotid artery or kidneys. This space allows for a safe transition back to a firearm. The video demonstrates this strategy using a Glock pistol and a fixed-blade knife.

This video details crucial footwork techniques for Navy SEALs during Close Quarters Combat (CQC). It emphasizes 'economy of motion' and the 'long step' technique for balanced entry into corner-fed rooms, ensuring immediate engagement capability. Proper footwork prevents exposing vulnerable side plates and maintains a stable shooting platform.

This video demonstrates a clever modification of standard military cloth bandoliers to increase their magazine capacity. By releasing a hidden white string, the pockets expand, allowing them to hold one or even two 5.56mm magazines each. Special Forces operators pack these expanded bandoliers with other essentials for rapid emergency resupply in the field.

This ballistic gel test compares 9mm Barnes TAC-XPD and .45 ACP Cor-Bon Pow'RBall. The 9mm achieved deeper penetration (13-14 inches) with consistent expansion, while the .45 ACP created a larger wound cavity and significant energy transfer but slightly less penetration. The Cor-Bon Pow'RBall's design enhances feeding reliability in 1911 platforms.