Why is Surplus Ammo Dangerous

This video demonstrates a 300-meter accuracy test of the CZ Shadow 2 pistol, conducted by Philippine Army Ranger Harold Cabunoc. The test highlights the pistol's capability at extended ranges using specific reloaded ammunition. The demonstration emphasizes precision shooting techniques and the importance of quality ammunition for achieving accuracy at distance.

This video provides expert-level instruction on essential firearm safety rules to prevent tragic accidents. The speaker, demonstrating with both semi-automatic pistols and revolvers, covers the four fundamental rules: treat every firearm as loaded, keep the gun pointed in a safe direction, keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot, and know your target and what's beyond it. It also details responses to common malfunctions, safe storage practices, and proper ammunition selection, emphasizing the critical importance of formal training for all gun owners.

This guide outlines the critical safety steps to follow after a misfire when testing old ammunition, as demonstrated by an experienced instructor. It emphasizes immediate cessation of fire, visual inspection of the firearm and barrel for obstructions like squib loads, and the importance of not firing again if a blockage is suspected. Adhering to these protocols is vital for preventing catastrophic firearm failure and ensuring shooter safety.

This video demonstrates the extreme risks associated with firing old, degraded ammunition found on a shooting range. An experienced instructor highlights potential dangers like hangfires, squib loads, and catastrophic firearm failure when using such ammunition. The content serves as a strong warning against this practice, emphasizing the importance of using only safe, modern ammunition.

This video demonstrates an unconventional method for clearing a squib load from a firearm barrel. A high-profile firearms influencer, PewView, uses a Meta Tactical Apex bullpup chassis on a Glock and encounters a squib load with Federal 115gr ammunition. Instead of conventional clearing, PewView detaches the barrel and uses a Smith & Wesson Competitor to fire a 9mm round into the obstruction, successfully clearing it. The experiment is captured with high-speed cameras, highlighting the impact and the undamaged barrel post-clearing.

This guide details seven expert techniques for clearing common firearm malfunctions, as demonstrated by a highly authoritative instructor. It covers the 'Tap-Rack-Bang', clearing stovepipes, double feeds, and the dangerous 'squib load'. The video emphasizes prevention through maintenance and safe practice with dummy rounds.

This comprehensive review of the Mossberg 702 Plinkster, purchased for $99 from Walmart, details its features, performance, and value. The expert assessment highlights its practical accuracy for plinking and its surprisingly robust construction for the price point, manufactured by CBC in Brazil. It's presented as a reliable, budget-friendly option for recreational shooting.

This guide details the process of modifying a Hi-Point .45 pistol grip to accept an extended 20-round Redball Sports magazine and troubleshooting potential feeding issues. It covers grip modification, magazine loading, and feed lip adjustments for reliable performance, as demonstrated by an experienced firearm reviewer.

This guide details the analysis of a rifle used in a shooting incident involving Charlie Kirk. It covers identifying calibers by sound, assessing shot distances, comparing rifle models like the Mauser, Weatherby Vanguard, and Thompson Center, and understanding concepts like cold bore shots to evaluate shooter skill. The analysis highlights the .30-06 Springfield caliber and the characteristics of bolt-action rifles.

This video clarifies the confusion surrounding various 7.62mm cartridges, highlighting their distinct origins, applications, and ballistic differences. It details calibers from the 7.62x25 Tokarev pistol round to powerful rifle cartridges like the 7.62x51 NATO and 7.62x54R Russian, emphasizing that despite the shared '7.62' designation, bullet diameters and performance vary significantly. Key firearms like the AK-47, SKS, Mosin Nagant, and AR-10 are associated with their respective 7.62 rounds.