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This video from Ultimate Reloader investigates the effectiveness of muzzle brake port angling and diameter on recoil reduction. Using a sophisticated recoil rig, they tested Hawkins Precision Tank ST (straight ports) and Backdraft (angled ports) brakes on 6.5 Creedmoor and 300 Win Mag rifles. The results indicate that for magnum cartridges, larger diameter brakes offer a more significant recoil reduction, with angled ports providing a slight additional benefit.

This video provides first impressions and performance insights into several Ridgeback Defense suppressors, including the Rhino X, Rhino S, Sahara 300, Rodie 6, and Rodie 6K. The instructor, demonstrating significant expertise, conducts sound testing at various distances and notes low gas-to-face performance. The Rodie models are highlighted as favorites for their quiet operation and durability, with the Sahara 300 praised for .300 Blackout applications.

This video features an expert-level test of discarded CH-47 helicopter armor, assessing its ballistic resistance against various rifle and pistol calibers. The armor, described as composite and unusually light, demonstrates impressive performance, stopping rounds up to M80 ball at close range. While it eventually succumbs to .300 Win Mag and .50 caliber rounds, its effectiveness against common threats is highlighted, offering valuable insights into military-grade ballistic protection.

This video from Civilian Tactical tests six methods for defeating Level IV NIJ certified body armor. It examines the effectiveness of special ammunition rounds like 5.56 HEI and 30.06 AP, sustained fire, and the powerful 50 BMG round. The test also explores targeting unprotected areas like the pelvic girdle, the strategic use of buckshot to hit around armor, and the extreme measure of using a flamethrower. The presenter, with apparent expertise in tactical applications, demonstrates the limitations and potential vulnerabilities of high-level body armor under various conditions.

This video from hickok45 explores the effectiveness of an "assault rifle" through practical testing. The presenter, John Hickok, addresses the controversial term 'assault rifle' and then conducts live-fire tests with a transferable M16A1. He demonstrates close-range accuracy at five yards and then engages a beer keg target at 50 yards using full-auto fire, analyzing the resulting shot patterns and penetration.

This video demonstrates the testing of Maverick Drone Systems' 12 Gauge drone capture rounds. The ammunition is designed with segmented projectiles that deploy a net-like structure to recover drones intact for examination. The testing involves live fire with a shotgun and subsequent analysis of projectile components, highlighting the embedded Kevlar fibers and steel spheres. The minimum order for these specialized rounds is $100.

This guide details the installation of a Geissele MK8 Super Modular Rail on an AR-15 platform. It covers securing the upper receiver, installing the barrel nut, gas system, and the rail itself, emphasizing the use of specialized tools and proper torque specifications. The process requires an intermediate skill level and careful attention to detail for a secure and functional build.

This guide, based on expert instruction from Brownells, details essential practices for proper ammunition storage. It emphasizes using airtight containers, managing humidity with desiccants, and maintaining stable temperatures to ensure ammunition reliability and safety. Proper storage is crucial for preventing corrosion and propellant degradation, especially for sensitive components like primers.

This guide details the process of upgrading an AR-15 from standard A2 furniture to Magpul components. It covers the removal of the A2 pistol grip and installation of the Magpul MIAD Grip and Magpul PRS Stock. The video demonstrates efficient assembly using specialized tools, highlighting the ergonomic benefits and adjustability of the Magpul parts. Instruction is provided by Brownells, a recognized industry authority.

This entry details the creation of a movie prop suppressor for a Remington 11-87 used in 'No Country for Old Men.' Prop master Larry Zanoff explains how the suppressor was designed to look homemade and was non-functional, with sound effects added in post-production. The process highlights the creative problem-solving involved in film armory.