Videos tagged with USGI

This "Sunday Shoot a Round" episode features "Hickok45" on his Gong Club Range. The video highlights plinking with a 1943 USGI 1911A1 in .45 ACP and a "Dirty Harry" Model 29 revolver chambered in .44 Magnum. The description also promotes the creator's other YouTube channels (Hickok45Clips and Hickok45Talks), Patreon, and sponsors like SDI, Alabama Holster, Talon Grips, and Ballistol. A link to an FAQ playlist is also provided.

This YouTube video focuses on USGI (United States Government Issue) armorer's gauges and tools. The title and description indicate a presentation or overview of specialized equipment used for the maintenance, inspection, and potentially repair of firearms, likely within a military or historical context. Viewers can expect to see various measuring devices and tools essential for ensuring firearms are within proper specifications.

This YouTube video focuses on a USGI M231 and a Colt 601 tool. Based on the title and description, the content likely involves an examination, demonstration, or discussion of these specific firearm-related tools. The video could cater to collectors, enthusiasts, or individuals interested in the maintenance and history of these items.

This video showcases an unissued U.S. Military M16/A1/A2 Armorer's Tool Kit from Rock Island Arsenal, dated April 1988. The kit is presented in its original packaging, including the cardboard box, packing material, and internal packing list. Several specific tools and gages are highlighted, such as firing pin hole taper plug gages, barrel erosion gages, a muzzle erosion gage, a chamber reflector tool, a field service headspace gage, and various wrenches and blocks. The description also lists NSNs and references the "School of the American Rifle" website and Instagram page.

This video focuses on the Lewis Machine & Tool (LMT) M203 37mm Launcher, highlighting its civilian legality and operational similarity to the military's 40mm M203. The description details its ability to launch 37mm flare, smoke, and rubber ball rounds, emphasizing that its smaller caliber prevents the use of military 40mm ordnance. The video aims to educate viewers on this legal civilian option for grenade launcher functionality, demonstrating its ease of use for various applications like illumination or smoke screening.

This video reviews the Podavach Fury / U-LOADER, a universal magazine loader designed to expedite the process of loading ammunition into rifle magazines. Constructed from CNC cut plywood, it features a two-piece design for rapid magazine filling. The reviewer demonstrates its effectiveness with various magazines for AR-15/M4 and AK-47 pattern rifles, including Magpul, Tango Down, Lancer, USGI, and ASC. While praising its speed, the reviewer expresses some reservations about its long-term durability due to its plywood construction.

This video reviews the Kifaru Woobie, a modern interpretation of the USGI Poncho Liner. The reviewer highlights its lightweight, durable, and exceptionally warm qualities, comparing it favorably to heavier blankets often used on deployments. The Woobie is presented as a practical and effective piece of gear for staying warm in cold conditions, particularly for military personnel or outdoor enthusiasts.

This video offers a deep dive into the fire control group (trigger and safety) of the WWSD2017 AR-15 modernization project. The creators explain their reasoning behind the chosen components and highlight the improvements they offer over a standard USGI fire control group. Viewer support through Patreon and merchandise are also mentioned.

This video presents a mud test for an AR-15 rifle, directly following a similar test on an AK-47. The AR-15 is described as a "Frankengun" with components from BCM (upper), Spike's Tactical (BCG), USGI (FCG), and GWACS (lower). The test utilizes the same mud, wheelbarrow, and location as the AK-47 test, performed just 10 minutes later. A link to the AK-47 mud test and a separate test featuring a Vietnam-era Colt SP1 are provided for comparison. The video also includes a Patreon link for further support.

This video showcases a shooting experience with a classic U.S. Military 1911 pistol manufactured by Remington Rand in 1943. The presenter emphasizes the unique and historic feel of shooting an original USGI model compared to modern custom 1911s, highlighting the special experience of handling and firing such a piece of history. The description also promotes additional YouTube channels from the creator and lists various sponsors.