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Q&A 26: SHOT Show and More

Q&A 26: SHOT Show and More

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Published on February 5, 2019
Duration: 73:09

This Q&A session covers a wide range of firearms topics, beginning with a report from SHOT Show. It delves into historical firearms like the 1895 Lee Navy, discusses the L85A2, and explains the adoption of the 5.56x45mm NATO round. The discussion touches on Cold War small arms, modern firearm concepts like belt-fed ARs and folding Glocks, and favorite firearms from 'Project Lightening'. It also explores AK-based rifle designs, the 9x39mm AK on the US market, and optics like the Aimpoint P1 ACRO. Historical firearm variations, cartridge design principles (Browning's semi-rimmed cartridges), and the debate between original and reproduction match gear are covered. The video touches on collections with pre-CNC tools, the decision to restore or keep sporterized guns, and hypothetical scenarios like the US adopting the M1 in .276 Pedersen. Disassembly challenges, imports of German reproduction guns, historical reenacting, semi-automatic bolt rifle conversions, VZ58 upgrades, and a comparison of WWII submachine guns with modern ones are also addressed. Futuristic concepts like armament for powered exoskeletons, historical usage of the Lebel, US military shotguns, and specific WWI firearm tactics are explored. Finally, the video discusses the pros and cons of 7.5mm Berthier and Lebel conversions, alternative paths for the M16/AR15, choices for a 1938 US Army rifle, the trend of comped red dot handguns, personal habits, and the origins of the host's interest in firearms.

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