Carry Handle Return to Zero / Around the Squares Test
Palmetto State Armory Carry Handle on 20" Bear Creek Arsenal return to zero test...around the squares.
Went to the range to zero the Palmetto State Armory carry handle sight that sits atop my Bear Creek Arsenal 20” AR.
Once zeroed, I decided to do an “Around the Squares” test…something I often do with optics, but never before with irons
Always aiming at the center square, I use the .43 MOA windage clicks and .53 Elevation clicks to move the hits from square to square.
I start with “checking my zero” firing at and hitting the center square. Then to hit the square to the left of center, I dial in 9 MOA left or 21 clicks on the windage and while still aiming at the center square, look for my hit in the middle left square.
Then using the elevation wheel, I dial up 11 MOA…or 21 clicks. Aim at the center square and anticipate a hit on the upper left square.
Then it’s 18 MOA right, 42 clicks…I ran out of windage clicks to the right so went as far as I could (8 clicks short), aimed at the center square and anticipated a hit near the upper right square.
Then 11 MOA down or 21 clicks on the elevation wheel, aiming at the center square, looking for a hit just to the left of the middle right square.
With the irons, I couldn’t dial down to the bottom row squares, so I did 21 clicks left for 9MOA. If I had been paying attention I could have subtracted 8 clicks to put me back to my zero…fired for the center square, and looking for a hit on the center square…or, in this case, 2 MOA to the left.
I think the test demonstrates that the .43 MOA per click for windage and .53 MOA per click for elevation is correct and that the PSA carry handle sight can legitimately perform the “around the squares” test.
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-rifle/ar15/ironsACOG
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Part 3 - Volquartsen HP Action Trigger Kit Plus - AmbGun 10/22 Takedown Project
10/22 Takedown Project Page
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-rifle/backpackrifle/takedown22lr
Part 1 - Brownells BRN-22TR Receiver - AmbGun 10/22 Takedown Project
https://youtube.com/shorts/GPho4LljtkE
Part 2 - Volquartsen Competition Bolt
https://youtube.com/shorts/_R9rVttjk58
Part 3 - Volquartsen HP Action Trigger Kit Plus
https://youtube.com/shorts/v8rvq59ZIFI
Part 4 - Barrel
coming soon
Part 5 - Stock
coming soon
Part 6 - Sights
coming soon
Part 7 - AQT
coming soon
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Part 2 - Volquartsen Competition Bolt - AmbGun 10/22 Takedown Project
10/22 Takedown Project Page
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-rifle/backpackrifle/takedown22lr
Part 1 - Brownells BRN-22TR Receiver - AmbGun 10/22 Takedown Project
https://youtube.com/shorts/GPho4LljtkE
Part 2 - Volquartsen Competition Bolt
https://youtube.com/shorts/_R9rVttjk58
Part 3 - Trigger
coming soon
Part 4 - Barrel
coming soon
Part 5 - Stock
coming soon
Part 6 - Sights
coming soon
Part 7 - AQT
coming soon
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Part 1 - Brownells BRN-22TR Receiver - AmbGun 10/22 Takedown Project
10/22 Takedown Project Page
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-rifle/backpackrifle/takedown22lr
Part 1 - Brownells BRN-22TR Receiver - AmbGun 10/22 Takedown Project
Part 2 - Bolt and Charging Handle
coming soon
Part 3 - Trigger
coming soon
Part 4 - Barrel
coming soon
Part 5 - Stock
coming soon
Part 6 - Sights
coming soon
Part 7 - AQT
coming soon
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Gameface Ripcord Airsoft M4 - Minuteman Review
A bargain priced airsoft M4.
AmbGun Airsoft Page
https://www.ambgun.com/ambiairsoft
How to Become an Ambidextral Gunfighter
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-rifle/how-to-become-ambidextrous
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Bear Creek Arsenal AR15 Minuteman Review
Bear Creek Arsenal AR15 20" CHF barrel, Velocity trigger, and MFT Battlelink stock.
See the AmbGun Ambi Known Distance Irons vs ACOG project page.
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-rifle/ar15/ironsACOG
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Palmetto State Armory Carry Handle Sight
AmbGun Ambi Known Distance Irons vs ACOG Shootout project
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-rifle/ar15/ironsACOG
Very positive reviews led me to choose the Palmetto State Armory carry handle for a carry handle irons vs optics project. Very positive elevation and windage clicks. Z and numerical elevation marks, as well as the elevation position strike.
The A2 sight embedded in the PSA carry handle is more stable than low to mid-tier offerings.
Like most carry handle sights it “features” huge thumb nuts which I promptly removed and cut the studs shorter. Use steel 5mm nuts with .8 pitch. I torqued to 25 inch pounds. Low drag, less snaggy.
Oddly, the PSA sight was not indexed properly with the sight bottoming out well before the 300 meter 6/3 marking. To get two clean clicks, I needed to move the top index wheel 4 clicks counter-clockwise.
With elevation rotated to 600 meters, the 6/3 under the index line, I backed out the small screw with a 1/16” hex key, held the top index wheel in place while I rotated the bottom wheel four clicks clockwise. Snugged down the hex screw that lock the two halves together.
Nonetheless, the PSA carry handle looks to be the equal of the highly regarded surplus Colt version. It has the coveted square, I believe BASF, foundry mark.
Highly recommended.
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Solar Killshot Action Network - Minuteman Review
Solar Killshot Action Network
www.solarkillshot.org
AmbGun Arms for the Micronova
https://www.ambgun.com/micronova
Suspicious 0bservers Disaster Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHSoxioQtwZf1-8QeggXIVdZ-abyJXaO1&si=hsznihp6WAfND9NT
Filament and Flare footage
Courtesy of NASA/SDO and the AIA, EVE, and HMI science teams.
MicroNova footage
ESO/L. Calçada, M. Kornmesser
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AmbGun 2024 Season Preview
Updates on P17 and LCP II.
AR15 Optic vs Irons.
Bravo Company Manufacturing with ACOG vs Bear Creek Arsenal with Carry Handle Irons.
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-rifle/ar15/ironsACOG
Keystone Overlander 22LR backpack carbine.
Mossberg 590 Thunder Ranch
Why Ambidextrous - Top 5 Reasons
Solar Killshot Action Network
10/22 Takedown Build in Shorts
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Bear Creek Arsenal AR15 AmbGun Ambification Upgrades Part 2
AmbGun BCA Project
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-rifle/ar15/ironsACOG
Breek Arms Warhammer Charging Handle
https://breekarms.com/products/warhammer-ach-breek-arms-ambidextrous-charging-handle
BCM Gunfighter 3.0 KD Grip
https://bravocompanyusa.com/bcm-grip-mod-3-kd-black
GI Canvas Sling
https://www.tech-sights.com/product/loop-sling-for-m14m1-1-14-wide-x-51-long-cotton
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Bear Creek Arsenal AR15 AmbGun Ambification Upgrades Part 1
AmbGun BCA Project
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-rifle/ar15/ironsACOG
Tactical Advantage FTS Titanium Micro Compensator
https://tactical-advantage-armory.com/products.html#!/FTS-Series-Titanium-Hybrid-Muzzle-Brake-*Armor-Black-Cerakote-shown/p/159180169/category=23811043
Arms Unlimited Ambidextrous Mag release
https://armsunlimited.com/au-amr-ambidextrous-ar15-magazine-release
Bravo Company Manufacturing Ambidextrous Safety
https://bravocompanyusa.com/bcm-ambidextrous-safety-selector-semi
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Mission First Tactical Battlelink Minimalist Stock
AmbGun's Project related to Bear Creek Arsenal Carry Handle AR15
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-rifle/ironsACOG
Mission First Tactical Battlelink Stock
https://missionfirsttactical.com/BMSMIL
When shooting my son’s Rifle Dynamics RD700 fitted with the Mission First Tactical Battlelink stock, I totally overlooked the MFT minimalist stock.
It took Bear Creek Arsenal sending me a carry handle rifle for a coming project that was fitted with the BattleLink to really appreciate the MFT offering.
Key is the location of the sling QD which allows perfectly mirrored ambidextrous use of a GI sling as a shooter’s aid. That alone motivated me to ask Mission First Tactical to send me one for my BCM RECCE
The stock is 65 grams lighter than my old BCM stock. And the Battlelink design lets you hang your rifle in the closet. Some worry about the unreinforced buttpad, but not only do I find it very durable, but I think it is better to break the stock than damage the buffer tube.
The angled toe probably delivers some minor benefit for performing ambidextrous transitions.
I would like to see stops in the sling QD to constrain it within 45 degrees on each side so my sling doesn’t accidentally get twisted upside down.
Mission First Tactical Battlelink minimalist stock is most definitely Ambidextral Gunfighter recommended. The design has been around a long time. I’m rather surprised that I overlooked it for so long.
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Legacy Safety and Security Ballistic Ball Cap - Minuteman Review
Legacy Safety and Security Ballistic Ball Cap
https://legacyss.net/product/legacy-safety-armored-baseball-hats/
Legacy Safety and Security Ballistic Ball Cap features Level II protection…handgun rounds like 22LR, 9mm, and 45acp
In paintball we learned that If making ambidextrous “optimal use of cover” it is unlikely that you will get shot in the chest, but a portion of your head IS exposed. Possible that some head armor is more important than body…for the ambidextral gunfighter.
Testing with my head at risk, about as useful as the “ow my balls” gun channels, the hat stopped the projectile with no noticeable backface deformation. Annnnd
Picking it up, you immediately notice that it's heavier than your standard cap
But it is surprisingly comfortable to wear all day.
At first it tends to stand tall on your head, but seems to settle in for a more conventional snug fit.
Rather generic looking Hat shell needs a velcro morale patch area. But you Can move the armor to most other hats.
Backface deformation…yeah you’ll probably suffer a concussion or maybe a TBI. I think the cap will function similarly to MIPS (Multi-Directional Impact Protection System) on bike helmets, rotating a bit to disperse impact.
It would be nice if that liner were offered standalone. I’d like to see a version with Fudd ear flaps that could be dropped down for more temple protection. I would like to close up the back hole…since I wear my hat backwards when shooting rifles
Legacy Safety and Security Ballistic Ball Cap-Armor that you’re more likely to be wearing when things go down.
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Viridian RFX44 Closed Emitter Green Dot - Minuteman Review
Viridian RFX44 is a green dot, closed emitter competitor to the Aimpoint ACRO P2…Advanced Compact Reflex optic.
The RFX key advantage is a lens that is about 50% larger than the Aimpoint. All in a package that is smaller…including almost 1/10” narrower which is a better fit for most RMSc optics ready pistols…but not the Zev Tech “universal” RMSc cut.
The vertical supports are thinner on the RFX44 meaning that with both eyes open it is easier to get the optic body to ghost away with the dot superimposed on the target.
The RFX44 is 12 grams lighter than the Aimpoint reducing reciprocating mass on pistols…which will theoretically reduce the risk of cyclic malfunctions.
Part of the size and weight advantage comes from the smaller 1632 battery vs 2032 used in the Aimpoint…the Viridian runs for 30,000 hours thanks to motion activated energy savings vs the Aimpoint’s 50,000 hours of constant on.
Small CR1632 battery for 30,000 hours of motion activated use vs Aimpoint’s constant on 50,000 with the 2032
The RFX44’s size and weight advantage is at the expense of less environmental protection.
The Viridian’s IPX6 water resistance is outclassed by Aimpoint’s 115’ submersible ACRO.
And its operating temperature range is 64% less than the ACRO…not great for a firearm used outdoors during Wyoming winters or stored in a vehicle during our summers.
-4 to 130 vs -49 to 160
134 degree temperature range vs 209
Cold temp of -4 vs Acro’s -49
High temp of 130 vs Acro’s 160
Green dot vs red? In my area with more red rock than trees, the green is an advantage. In vegetation rich areas, red is probably better. Maybe the next generation will offer the ability to dynamically switch between red and green.
I tried the RFX44 mounted atop the Vortex Spitfire on my RDB. This allowed three stages of sighting….head up high for run ‘n gun, down to canted left or right CQB, and then tight cheek weld for precision with the Spitfire 5x.
The choice: reduced visual obstruction of the affordable RFX44 vs the rugged Aimpoint.
Viridian RFX44 Product Page
https://viridianweapontech.com/new-rfx44-compact-green-dot-reflex-sight-with-adapters-and-mounts
AmbGun Pistol Optics
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-pistol/red-dot-sights
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IC13 INVRT AR15 Bandoleer - Minuteman Review
Immediate feed in workspace is more efficient
No dynamic Ambi shoulder transition obstruction
20 round mags…perfect minimalism
60 rounds total, could add a third pouch for 80
30 round mags
90 rounds total, could add a third pouch for 120
Real world…civilians aren’t going to don their body armor
Fast to don, less in your face tactical.
“Gillette Riots” example
Position one mag for right hand use one for left
Mag pouches one click apart, with TQ in between
Rotate to back for ground hugging ability
Pouches are tight, but you can one hand a partial mag in the INVERT during Tactical reload
While transition sling from 1 to 2 point, or back carry, sling strap sometimes hangs up on clip
Fits nicely under hoodie
Bullpup vs AR vs SU16c vs MVP
With Mini-Me backpack
Ambi vs Body armor…a prime example of “the more you know, the less you need”.
Expensive, but quality construction and smart design
Weighs only 327 grams
Retails $180
55 cents a gram
You’re paying for the weight that’s not there.
https://www.ic13.us/shop/invrt-bandoleer-kit-ar15-2498?category=1#attr=129
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Accurize 22LR Training Laser - Minuteman Review
The Accurize 22LR acoustic training laser...
For details, check out AmbGun’s dry fire tool set...
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-pistol/mantisx10-elite
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Walther P22 Q - Minuteman Review
The Ambidextral Gunfighter Minuteman Review of the Walther P22Q
Low grip ratio is comfortable, but not optimal to index for point shooting.
Rounds per size and weight are not the equal of modern peers….LCP, P17, or P322
Wobbly rear and plastic sights are inconsistent with Walther quality.
Manual safety and standard pic rail for dry firing with MantisX. I did 320 rounds of dry fire before range testing with 600 rounds of live.
Mag disconnect safety…yuch
Short leverage mag release Paddles are stiff. This is my least favorite paddle mag release and it is still way better than any button.
Plastic take down clip feels breaky and can break a fingernail.
Pokey spring protrudes slightly from hammer
Good single action trigger.
Double action allows for hammer down, round in chamber carry as well as second strike capability.
However, Frequent, but intermittent failures to fire in double action ultimately led me to take advantage of Walther’s generous 30 day money back guarantee. Given size and limited capacity compared to the Ruger LCP II, I’m not willing to go down the “get it running” rabbit hole.
Check out the AmbGun Minuteman Reviews of other 22LR pistols
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVlCoEE1rzM49xuDI5QPyosch-RPQSJg7
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Mantis Laser Academy - Dry Fire Minuteman Review
Mantis Laser Academy is your home dry fire training facility
Download free base version
Download and print auto detect targets for free or order from Mantis
Videos guide you in the use of Laser Academy and then provides pistol instruction…grip, stance, low ready, trigger control, and the Pistol Marksmanship Course drills and tests.
You’ll really need the Pro version for key Drills and challenges
Pro Costs about $50…equal to three boxes of centerfire pistol ammo.
Pair with MantisX for feedback about your steady hold factors, grip, and trigger pull
Uses a any Laser training cartridge or the BlackbeardX with auto resetting trigger and embedded MantisX for AR’s
In my opinion, it would be borderline irresponsible to own a CCW pistol and not have Laser Academy Pro, the targets, a training laser, and MantisX. Everytime I get a new pistol, I dry fire it for a thousand shots before doing any live fire.
Learn more…
AmbGun MantisX Page
www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-pistol/mantisx10-elite
Mantis
https://www.mantisx.com
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WY Traders CCW Vests - Minuteman Review
Links
Wyoming Traders
https://wyomingtraders.com
Wyoming Traders Cody CCW Vest Review
https://youtu.be/hVzDJ9xo1pU?si=kZw0auaqc3u1_va4
Cody Vest modified for PF9
https://youtu.be/Ji60d9cAQ9c?si=OxfNkuV_3Iio_rPT
Wyoming Traders DIY holster upgrade
https://youtu.be/8u3qX456hzU?si=8GAbMOTnSIiP_f4p
The Wyoming Traders CCW vests are my favorite for fall, winter, and spring carry.
My First Wyoming Trader’s Cody vest housed a PF9
My second Cody vest was modified to accept velcro holsters.
I have three Wyoming Traders “Sheridan Non-ccw vests, great for IWB carry. In Cinnamon, Tan, and Black.
Now a new Cody Vest protects a P17
And a slim Texas CCW vest is mated with a LCP
Cody has a YKK zipper
And when removing the vest the pistol is sandwiched from view within a pouch.
The Texas demands a bit more discretion when removing it.
Neither is meant for fast access to a chambered pistol
And the Bronco Canvas vest for kids with plenty of pockets for some paracord or a flashlight.
Or to carry their carving knife
or just look cool on the playground
And to carry BB’s for a Daisy Buck 105
Durable canvas shell, elegant snaps and buttons, and cool “Steamboat” Bronc logo. See AmbGun’s previous videos on the Wyoming Traders Vests.
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KelTec P17 Hammer Block for Dry Fire
To install the P17 hammer block first remove the magazine and make sure the chamber is empty.
Pull down the take down tabs and remove the slide
Insert the Hammer Block tab into the slot above firing pin
While holding down take down tabs, replace the slide.
Keep safety off to manually cycle action.
Perform a dry fire check.
Works well with the MantisX dry firing training aid.
Turning on MantisX
Start a MantisX drill
To remove the hammer block pull down the take down tabs, remove the slide and pull ou the hammer block.
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-pistol/P17hammerblock
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22LR Ruger LCP II - Minuteman Review
22LR Ruger LCP II - Minuteman Review
Possibly the smallest 10 round 22LR semi-auto pistol available…the LCP II.Excellent deep concealment pocket pistol. Certainly the most adorable with its tiny, tilting barrel.
Fun and very easy to shoot fast
Many people report great reliability out of the box, it took a Galloway Precision Spring kit to get mine working well.
Accidental magazine disengagements are a problem. Stiffer mag release spring helps a bit. The Alabama pocket holster with protection of the mag button is the solution. Problem would be best solved with a P17 like paddle mag release.
Magazine safety disconnect is stupid, but is easily removed when installing the Galloway Precision Spring kit or stiffer mag release spring. Neither is an easy task, but if you lack the focus and attention to detail required, maybe CCW is not for you either.
The LCP thrives on CCI Mini-Mag. Federal punch, due to slightly longer case, has the occasional issue.
Gloves routinely get caught in trigger. Only a problem when you’re trying to change hands or holster.
Until KelTec releases an LCP sized, 10 round version of the P17, the Ruger 22LR LCP II is my favorite deep concealment pistol.
Viridian e-series laser helps with the short sight radius.
See AmbGun’s multi-episode LCP series...
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-pistol/ruger
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Schwinn Porter Bike Trailer - Minuteman Review #shorts
A bicycle trailer that can carry a deer carcass, firewood, water, groceries, firearms, and even a kiddo or two could prove extremely valuable in a societal collapse or grid down scenario.
I considered several brands of bike trailers and ended up choosing the Schwinn Porter Trailer. For the price, it is a capable bike trailer. While a two wheeled trailer, as opposed to a single wheeled one, is a liability on single track trails, I concluded that I wanted the load carrying capacity and stability of two wheels.
The Schwinn Porter is made of steel, so pretty durable, but not as lightweight as the more expensive aluminum trailers. It features large volume tires on alloy wheels…good for floating on sand and absorbing road shocks.
My old Tomac Cortez mountain bike pulled the trailer easily. Even with a heavy load of firewood, it towed well. My 3 year old grandson found it easy enough to tow with his tiny Early Rider balance bike. If you have multiple bikes, consider getting extra bike couplers.
Besides being so beneficial in a grid down world, it is a great way to get some exercise while getting groceries or heading to the gun range in our, currently, grid up world. More information see the link in the description.
Links
AmbGun Arms and Bikes for the MicroNova
https://www.ambgun.com/micronova
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Baerskin Tactical Hoodie 3.0 including Kid's version
With version 3.0, we now have a version for women and for kids. Kids love to have a full featured Tactical Hoodie just like dad.
Links
Baerskin Tactical Hoodies
https://baerskintactical.com
AmbGun Ambidextral Apparel
https://www.ambgun.com/ambidextral-apparel
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Viridian E-Series Laser for the Ruger LCP II
Laser vs Red Dot
From Point to Sighted Shooting
Size and Weight
Ambidextrous
Holsters
Target Focused
Awkward positions and Ballistic Shields
A laser even if you EDC a Red Dot
Mozambique and Dueling Tree Shootout
Finding the Dot...laser vs red dot
www.viridianweapontech.com/e-ruger-lcp2
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Bearskin Tactical Hoodie 3.0 - Minuteman Review
Baerskin Tactical Hoodie 3.0
Left chest pocket is 3/4" taller than v2.0. I need another ½” for my oversized phone.
Zippered pockets are stacked on all three interior pouches.
Outside chest pocket and the two hand warmer pockets are both lined with a soft, slick nylon material. Gentle on sunglasses and gloved hands easily slide in and out. This is the change I notice most switching between v2.0 and 3.0
The zipper closure is now on the right side to prevent insult to American masculinity.
A hanging loop is beneficial…especially in public bathroom stalls
New rubber Velcro closures slim the wrist.
20 Hoodie Enhancements
Zipper Storm flap
12 pockets
2 morale patches
3 slick Lined pockets
Hanging loop
40% heavier fleece than your standard hoodie
That works out to $6 per enhancement. Cheaper per enhancement than 2.0 or your typical department store hoodie. Baerskin Tactical Hoodie is My favorite cold weather garment and is now available in Women's sizes and More colors.
Full feature review coming soon.
https://baerskinhoodie.com
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