2023 EDC Update and Rationale
An update of my original EDC video from 2021 and my rationale behind why I carry certain items.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:41 - Carry gun
1:50 - Spare magazine
4:15 - Tourniquet
5:10 - Carry ammo
7:09 - Lights
9:17 - Why carry
10:52 - Smaller items
12:01 - Conclusion
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HK 417/MR762 Magazine Pouch Recommendations
Recommendations on compatible magazine pouches for use with the HK 417/MR762, and giving my experiences on how the pouches have performed thus far in my own usage of them.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
1:12 - Zentauron Multislot Vario pouch
3:04 - Technicom VAL pouch
4:35 - Lindnerhof Multi-Caliber PA119 pouch
5:23 - Tasmanian Tiger SGL Rifle Magazine MCL pouch
7:25 - How I obtained Tasmanian Tiger in the USA
8:03 - IR remission
8:36 - Conclusion
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Foregrip Considerations
My thoughts on what types of foregrips work best depending on your rifle and how it is setup.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:38 - Grip angle and length
3:46 - Angled foregrips
5:07 - When to use a foregrip
10:53 - Conclusion
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AC Unity AK-12 Style Magazine - Comparison and Review
Comparison between a real Kalashnikov Concern AK-12 magazine and the AC Unity AK-12 style/clone magazine, and a very short-term review of how the AC Unity magazine performs.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:45 - Comparison
16:01 - Range test
17:42 - Conclusion
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How To Connect Peltor ComTac Defenders to a Baofeng/Yaesu Radio
Tutorial showing how to make Peltor ComTac defenders into a comms-capable headset, and connecting it to a Yaesu VX-6, Baofeng UV-5R, or various other radios.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:34 - Microphone
3:07 - Boom harness
4:11 - Disco32 PTT adapter
8:14 - Function test
9:36 - Conclusion
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Vltor EMOD Stock - Long Term Review
16-month review of the Vltor EMOD stock. Covering how it has worked for me on two different setups, and comparing it other similar stock designs.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:39 - Cheek weld
2:21 - Storage compartments
4:54 - Adjustment lever placement
6:17 - Sling attachment points
7:36 - Fitment
8:17 - Weight
9:58 - Conclusion
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Follow-Up Review of the LBE Unlimited G3 Fire Control Group
Some updates regarding the LBE Unlimited G3 fire control group that I put on my WASR-10/63 a few months back, and discussing how it has held up.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:47 - Reset issues
1:27 - Bolt carrier tail peening
2:56 - Conclusion
Links
Original review: https://rumble.com/v26mb24-ak-upgrades-lbe-unlimited-g3-fire-control-group.html
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CBRN Chinstrap Extenders Compatibility Between Manufacturers
Not all CBRN chinstrap extenders will fit between helmets made by different manufacturers. In this video, I explain some of what causes the incompatibility, and a few possible methods to fix the issue.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:37 - What causes the issue
4:12 - Why use a chinstrap extender
6:14 - Conclusion
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AK-47 Magazine Recommendations
The best 7.62 x 39mm AK-47/AKM magazines I recommend to stock up on, based on my experience with a variety of different magazines. Talking about general points to look for when purchasing AK magazines, and how specific magazines from different manufacturers have performed.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:36 - Important features
4:00 - Circle 10 waffle magazine
5:57 - Commercial Bulgarian magazine
7:45 - Steel surplus magazine
8:50 - Croatian BHO magazine
9:30 - KCI magazine
11:15 - Bakelite magazine
12:24 - XTech MAG47 MIL magazine
13:32 - US Palm AK30 magazine
15:32 - Magpul PMAG magazine
16:14 - PufGun G2 magazine
18:02 - Magazines to avoid
18:56 - Conclusion
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MIRAVISION Prescription Spectacle Kit Review
Three week review of the MIRAVISION prescription spectacle kit/lenses on a MIRA Safety CM-6M gas mask.
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An Advantage of the HK 417/MR762 magazine
Discussing an advantage the HK 417 magazine's design has over similar .308 magazines when hand-loading your own ammunition.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
1:06 - Length
3:46 - Measurement comparison
4:19 - COAL
5:30 - Conclusion
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Ammo Inventory Management for the Regular Shooter
Walkthrough of my system of managing my ammunition inventory. From initial purchase/procurement, storage, to the deduction and loading of the ammunition into magazines.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:28 - Procurement, first inspection
1:56 - Storage
5:50 - Spreadsheet
13:05 - Loading magazines
18:25 - Conclusion
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Manta Defense M-Lok Rail Guard Review
Review of the Manta Defense M-Lok rail guards/covers on an HK MR762A1 and comparing it to the BCM rail panels.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
1:34 - Installation
7:25 - Usage
9:06 - Conclusion
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Arsenal 7.62 x 39mm Accuracy
Testing the accuracy of 7.62 x 39mm Arsenal 122 gr. FMJ from a WASR-10/63 and comparing it to Barnaul Silver Bear.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
2:47 - Arsenal ammo
3:50 - Silver Bear ammo
4:50 - Target review
Links
Ammunition Tests: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2aZefXlcVEepsOC2or1uQVxOFLdvKchV
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Reptilia DOT Aimpoint 1.93" Mount Review
Review of the Reptilia DOT Mount with an Aimpoint CompM5 on a WASR-10/63 after ~1000 rounds fired.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:24 - Height
1:50 - Torque during installation
3:45 - Profile
5:39 - Color comparison
7:13 - Conclusion
Originally uploaded on YouTube: 2023-02-18
Recording date: 2023-01-21
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Blue Force Gear ULoop Sling Mount Review
Discussing the Blue Force Gear ULoop/Uber Loop and why I prefer them over other methods of attaching slings.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:40 - Comparison to push-button QD sling mounts
2:25 - Steel sling mounts
4:12 - Direct threading
6:46 - ULoop
10:00 - Conclusion
Originally uploaded on YouTube: 2023-01-14
Recording date: 2023-01-01
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Unity Tactical FAST LPVO Scope Mount Review
A brief talk about Unity Tactical's FAST 2.05" LPVO scope mount with comparison to the Badger Ordnance C.O.M.M.
Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
0:50 - Post-installation thoughts
3:14 - Benefits of a higher mount
4:30 - Color comparison
6:33 - Comparison to other mounts
7:45 - Conclusion
Originally uploaded on YouTube: 2022-06-11
Recording date: 2022-06-05
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How to Read WWII German 7.92mm Mauser Ammunition Boxes and Headstamps
A guide on the formatting of WWII German ammunition boxes and headstamps with a walkthrough on how to read them.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
1:05 - Ammo box reading
8:46 - Headstamp reading
12:16 - Epilogue
14:37 - Conclusion
Sources
Forum post with general information: https://www.k98kforum.com/threads/ww2-german-ammunition-box-labels.45118/
Ammo box label walkthrough: https://youtu.be/QWAJDcxn7Wo
Ordnance Codes: https://oldmilitarymarkings.com/codes_full.html
German WW2 7.92mm Headstamps – How to ID Them: https://stephentaylorhistorian.com/2020/06/19/german-ww2-7-92mm-headstamps-how-to-id-them-manufacturer-list/
This video only scratches the surface on WWII German ammo. For more information I'd highly recommend the following book:
7.9x57 Mauser Ammunition for the Collection – Volume I: German WWII, by Geremy M. Chubbuck
Originally uploaded on YouTube: 2022-06-18
Recording date: 2022-06-08
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Type 99 Arisaka - History, Myths, and Collecting
A brief overview of the history of the Japanese Type 99 Arisaka rifle, information for collectors on what to look for in differences between generations (early war, late war, last ditch) of the rifle, some talk about the 7.7 Arisaka and comparison to other rifles of the era.
Other Recommended Sources:
https://oldmilitarymarkings.com/japanese_markings.html
https://type99arisakas.weebly.com/
"Military Rifles of Japan" (1996) by Jr. Honeycutt, Fred L.
"The Japanese Type 99 Arisaka Rifle" (2010) by Don Voigt
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
1:19 - Background
1:42 - Ammunition
3:29 - Arisaka reliability
4:33 - My Type 99 Arisaka
6:30 - Dust cover myths
9:14 - Aircraft sights, missing parts
11:03 - Bayonet
12:32 - Arisaka bolt design
14:47 - Iron sights
16:28 - Collecting
22:47 - Conclusion
Originally uploaded on YouTube: 2022-10-08
Recording date: 2022-08-19
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Interesting Features of the HK Gen 3 Magazine
Detailed look at the HK Gen3 PM, currently one of Heckler and Koch's newest magazine designs, and comparing it to magazines with specific focus on the Gen 3 Magpul PMAG.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:37 - Color variants
1:18 - Rear window
2:03 - Captive baseplate
3:22 - Anti-tilt follower design
4:20 - Weight difference
5:48 - Brief history of HK polymer magazines
7:12 - Magazine fit
7:57 - Conclusion
Originally uploaded on YouTube: 2022-12-24
Recording date: 2022-09-24
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HK Extended Castle Nut Compatibility with AR-15 Buffer Tubes
Is the extended castle nut seen on the HK 416A5 compatible with Mil-Spec buffer tubes? What's the purpose of the extended castle nut? In this video I attempt to answer both these questions and show a few different Mil-Spec buffer tubes and how they work with the HK castle nut.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
1:05 - Mil-spec buffer tube
3:02 - Enhanced buffer tube
4:48 - Function check
7:40 - Why use an extended castle nut?
9:25 - Conclusion
Originally uploaded on YouTube: 2022-08-06
Recording date: 2022-07-28
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HK MR556A1 - AR-15 Triggers Compatibility
Testing three different aftermarket AR-15 triggers for compatibility in an HK MR556A1 upper. Namely, the Wilson Combat TTU Single Stage, Timney 667S, and the KE Arms SLT-1
Timestamps
0:00 - Wilson Combat TTU
0:27 - Introduction
1:24 - Timney 667S
2:46 - KE Arms SLT-1 Introduction
3:03 - Wilson Combat TTU Issues
4:39 - KE Arms SLT-1 Initial Test
5:13 - DPMS Lower Disclaimer
6:45 - KE Arms SLT-1 Range Test
Originally uploaded on YouTube: 2022-07-23
Recording date: 2022-07-01
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Comparing the Surefire X300U, Streamlight TLR-3 and TLR-7
Testing performance between the three lights and general discussion on Streamlight compared to Surefire.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:42 - Throw test (15 meters)
2:55 - Throw test (25 meters)
4:30 - Photonic barrier discussion
6:36 - Streamlight/Surefire comparison
10:30 - Conclusion
Originally uploaded on YouTube: 2022-07-09
Recording date: 2022-07-06
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Black Rhino Concealment TCS Holster Review
Taking a look at a custom holster I had made recently for my Sig Sauer P320 and talking about how well it has worked thus far for concealed carry.
Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
0:58 - Review start
1:26 - Belt attachments
2:46 - Customization
4:58 - Fit
6:58 - FCS holster comparison
8:04 - Holster wear
9:02 - Draw angle
9:44 - Lead time
11:00 - Conclusion
Links
Scabbard FCS Review: https://rumble.com/v29ufoc-black-rhino-concealment-scabbard-fcs-holster-review.html
Originally uploaded on YouTube: 2022-05-14
Recording date: 2022-05-07
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Black Rhino Concealment Scabbard FCS Holster Review
Two month review of a holster for my Sig Sauer P320 and discussion on some issues I had with mounting it to my belt.
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:42 - Custom design
2:23 - Retention hood
2:58 - Reholstering issue
6:05 - Mounting issues
8:43 - Conclusion
Originally uploaded on YouTube: 2022-10-15
Recording date: 2022-09-11
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