Why You SHOULD Bring a Knife to a Gunfight | Special Forces Combat Techniques | Tactical Rifleman

This video demonstrates the tactical use of a vehicle for cover, emphasizing the engine block as the primary protective area and the wheel hub as a secondary option. It highlights the dangers of secondary fragmentation and skipped rounds from the deck, illustrating that most of a vehicle's structure offers limited ballistic protection.

This video details the destinations of millions of rounds of stolen ammunition in the United States. The primary recipients are street criminals and the Mexican Cartel, with specific calibers like 5.56/.223, 7.62x39, and 9mm being heavily targeted by cartels. A tertiary destination includes pawn shops and gun stores, posing a risk to consumers who might unknowingly purchase stolen ammunition, potentially from law enforcement sources.

This video tests the bullet resistance of a large boulder against various firearms, culminating in a .50 caliber sniper rifle. The experiment demonstrates that even smaller calibers cause minimal damage, with significant chipping and cracking only appearing with higher-powered rifle rounds. It took two .50 caliber rounds to eventually penetrate the boulder, highlighting its substantial protective capabilities.

This video provides an in-depth review and ballistic test of the RMA Armament 1165MC Gen 2 NIJ Level IV body armor. The reviewer details the plate's specifications, including its thinness, high purity ceramic composition, multi-curve design, and lightweight construction. Multiple ballistic tests are conducted using various calibers (.30-06, 5.56x45mm, 9mm, .22LR) against a water jug target to assess penetration and backface deformation, demonstrating the armor's protective capabilities.

This video from Trench Grenade discusses the impact of US tariffs on the firearms and ammunition market. The speaker, who identifies as an "average United States economic collapse spectator" and is seven years from army retirement, explains how tariffs on imported ammunition brands like PMC, Privy Partisan, Igman, SMB, and Magtech will lead to significant price increases (20-37%). He predicts that within six months to a year, these imported options may become unprofitable to import, leaving consumers with fewer choices and potentially higher prices from domestic manufacturers due to component costs and market demand. The speaker advises viewers who do not have a sufficient supply of ammunition (a couple thousand rounds for handgun and rifle) to consider purchasing it now, as well as essential gear like optics and firearms, before prices escalate further due to tariffs and increased domestic demand. He cautions against excessive panic buying but stresses the importance of having necessary defensive and training supplies on hand.

This video showcases Magpul's line of drum magazines, specifically the PMAG D-50 EV9 for the CZ Scorpion EVO 3, the PMAG D-60 for AR-15 platforms, and the PMAG D-50 GL9 for Glock pistols. The energetic montage demonstrates their use in various shooting scenarios, highlighting their high capacity and reliability. The official Magpul demonstration suggests a high level of product quality and performance.

Instruction from Karl Erickson of Tactical Rifleman demonstrates a critical close-quarters combat technique: using a tactical fixed blade knife to create space when an opponent attempts to grab a pistol. The video highlights the risks of close-range pistol draws and advocates for a knife transition to safely disengage and re-establish a firing platform. This technique emphasizes anatomical targets for creating distance rather than immediate lethal force.

This guide details a Navy SEAL's CQC room clearing technique, emphasizing 'economy of motion' and precise footwork. It highlights the critical 'long step' maneuver for maintaining balance and readiness when entering a corner-fed room, contrasting it with the dangerous 'short step.' The instruction, delivered by a subject matter expert, focuses on life-saving fundamentals for tactical proficiency.

This guide details an emergency ammo resupply technique using a standard USGI 6-Pocket Bandolier, as demonstrated by Karl Erickson from Tactical Rifleman. It explains how to utilize the bandolier's expandable pockets, designed for 5.56mm magazines, to rapidly pack ammunition for field resupply. The technique emphasizes efficient loading and compact storage for integration into tactical kits.

This video provides an expert-level ballistic gelatin test comparing 9mm and .45 ACP defensive ammunition. Instruction comes from Pete, a retired USSF member, who details the performance of Barnes TAC-XPD 9mm and Cor-Bon Pow'R Ball .45 ACP. The comparison focuses on penetration depth, wound cavitation, and feeding reliability, particularly for 1911 platforms.