May 2019 Q&A

[@Tricerius]

Gannon W (0:21) Why are there so many side feeding SMGs in WWII as opposed to bottom or top feed? Brandon A (3:12) In your opinion is the scar 16/17 a durable enough rifle for smaller nations to maintain and use as a standard service rifle for several decades? Jamie B (4:16) Opinions on running suppressed rifle during 2G match? Phil B (7:17) Are drop-in uppers like the BRN-180 the future of the AR? (in terms of upgrades, conversion to piston, etc) Leonard H (8:23) Why don't we see more carbon fiber in current firearms? London Jolly (10:10) Putting aside the advantages of economy of scale and looking just at the rifles themselves, is there any other platform that can stay toe-to-toe with the AR on most points, if not exceed it on some? Shervin S (13:15) What do you think of an FG-42 in an intermediate cartridge (either 7.62x39 or 5.56)? Can it be done and would there be a market for it, assuming a semi-auto only model? Steven W (15:42) Repeat question: If you were on a limited budget, are already doing consistent dryfire and manipulation practice and wanted to improve your shooting the most would you spend your budget on matches, range practice, or classes? Santaroga (19:12) repeat: "US military style" irons or sub $100 red dot optics - would you trust the optics? stuka444 (22:18) Now that Ian's book is on its way out, do you have any intentions of writing a book Karl? Nate H (23:09) What are your thoughts on side charging uppers for the AR-15? As a lefty I can't say I mind a reciprocating right side handle. Kyle C (25:02) Do you think gas seal revolvers could still have a role in today's shooting culture? I'd really like to see one chambered in, say, 44 Magnum or 10mm. Auto Brion B (26:47) How long after you the post the q and a email do you collect all the questions? Richard C (27:39) What are your thoughts about fan obsessions and memes such as Ian’s “Gun Jesus” moniker as one example? Ferrous (29:01) How do you think the Trapdoor Springfield would have stacked up on the clock compared to their European single-shot black powder counterparts (for example, the Gras)? Jacob B (31:52) What are your thoughts regarding a WWSD style firearm built around an AR57 upper? John H (33:31) Compensator on an everyday carry pistol: useful or gimmick? Chris C (34:20) Is Cordite propellant still in use in any modern military role? If so why is it still being used? Joshua K (35:13) When did the difference between a “magazine” and a “clip” become so important & entrenched given that as recently as World War II you see US Army Ordnance using the terms somewhat interchangeably in publications and film? Tim (37:09) Thumbhole stocks. Everyone I've ever asked has said that they are abhorrent, inferior in every way to a pistol grip. Yet several guns in past or current military use, such as the Accuracy International that is on Forgotten Weapons, have them. Is it truly inferior and why would a military use it if it was? Andrew C (39:12) At Desert brutality 2020 can we get a metal band to hold a concert? Keith D (40:29) For Karl. Do you recommend a specific aftermarket trigger or fire control pack for your AK's? Ed M (41:07) Not the strongest guy and 7.62 AKs bruise me up, do you have any tips in improving recoil handling? Krazzett (42:36) What's your opinions on the resurgence of PCCs in the last couple years. Do you think they have any merit over a short barreled carbine or are they just an excuse for people to own a gun that doesn't cost as much to feed and is more pleasant to shoot? SpaceCowboyfromNJ (45:18) Prior asked question: You find yourself in the year 1900, what firearm from the time period do you chose as your every day carry and why? Mihir K (46:30) (Attempt #3) While it certainly looks cool in movies and video games (i.e. John Wick, Splinter Cell), what is your opinion on the practicality of the Center Axis Relock (CAR) shooting system, and have you ever seen it used at a match? Yuriy R (48:08) Do you think we will see a mechanical system for supporting a firearm during use (like the M56 Smartgun rig from "Aliens") any time soon? eRahja (49:38) Is there any good reason to own desert eagle? Does it have some practical use? John W (N/A) I have brain cancer, and am missing part of my vision as a result; could I still participate in a 2g event? Angus A (49:46) What is the accuracy gain from a free float fore-end? In practical terms, what does it give an ar15's MOA? Gori the all powerful (54:46) It's been a while since you started the discord server. How do you feel about it after all this time? Peter Z (55:42) I've asked this previously, but is the AR-15 a DI gun or could it be considered a long stroke system? Probably Satan (57:59) Have you ever had buyers remorse after a firearm related purchase; if so, why? Connor D (1:01:00) What are your thoughts on doing a Cowboy Action 2 gun match? Bobby M (1:02:37) If you were to add a 22lr category to 2GACM how would you do the rules???

[@r6984]

Thank you

[@mike9338]

Tanker'schreck Thank you sir, not all heroes wear capes.

[@ToddDavey]

Thanks for this

[@acuramattb4525]

Tanker'schreck Graf zeppelin nice

[@notforsaletoday1895]

Thank you, sire.

[@matthewshowler6702]

I like these because a lot of times I get answers to questions I wouldn’t think to ask.

[@BeKindToBirds]

I always learn a lot. Educational side of KZbin is amazing

[@Aaron_Jensen]

The Q&As still remain one of my favorite videos every month.

[@Bee-N64]

6:26 "bark" Thanks for bringing Dog in on the discussion guys, love when you have a guest give expert knowledge on the channel

[@xXxNECROMONGERxXx]

It scared the hell out of me! Was funny after the fact but I was like WHY IS THERE A DOG IN MY ROOM

[@99IronDuke]

Always good to hear a happy dog, truly man's best friend.

[@nondescriptstraightwhitema6138]

Gun Lucifer and Gun Jesus having a union meeting

[@RTJsims]

So now we know where Amazon got their idea for their latest prime series

[@themastermason1]

@@Barbaroossa God, turning cosmoline into water would be an awesome power. Water into cosmoline would make you a target for the oil industry.

[@MongooseTacticool]

@@RTJsims :) If you haven't read Good Omens, It's a funny book :)

[@MarkiusFox]

In regard to Center Axis Relock: Paul Castle never intended CAR to be a replacement for a stance like Isosceles or Modified Isosceles, he actively encouraged students to use their prefered stance for longer distance shooting. CAR is for extremely close quarters, where you want to keep your sidearm aimed at and fully functional without losing weapon retention, which means that the sidearm is VERY close to the body and always ready to fire on the target. The distances used in shooting competition make CAR inapplicable, impractical, and/or unsafe for the shooter and fellow competitors.

[@aenima2288]

“Revisiting WWSD” my excitement levels are going through the roof Edit: I also just realized this video is an hour long. Its so imformative that i legit stay here just listening like a school kid

[@thejonhurley]

got my gwacs lower. now picking up parts and hope to have it all together in the fall. I would have had it done sooner but I just bought another nightforce

[@tridentrex0576]

Yesssss

[@soylentgreen7074]

I 2nd Rolling block vs trapdoor vid please!

[@SombreroKing100]

From what I understand about Center Axis Relock if it hasn't been mentioned before; its a technique for extreme close quarters with clearing corners and minimizing muzzle exposure while maintaining weapon retention

[@janwacawik7432]

The ULTIMATE Old West Vignette by Karl Kasarda, coming summer 2022, Headstamp Publishing Inc.

[@benstoyles1297]

Split the difference: METAL KARAOKE!

[@jonapplegate6695]

Finally someone addressed the clip/mag thing. Drives me nuts. My father, Marine, designated marksman 1960's, small bore rifle NC, 1950's, he used the terms interchangeably, using "Clip" for pretty much everything, not just our M1. Thanks guys!

[@alexvogel610]

46:35 Center axis relock--I think that's more geared to specific types of CQB fighting where you're clearing tight spaces, so your primary concerns are remaining behind cover, not exposing your muzzle before you can see a space, and weapon retention. Speed and accuracy are subservient to the above factors. All that's directly at odds with most match environments where there is pretty much zero emphasis placed on cover and exposing your muzzle. It's not wrong, it's just not applicable to most matches. It'd be like worrying about locking into a sling and getting good bone/muscle support for something like hoser rifle paper--it just doesn't apply in most match environments. And yeah, it looks cool too

[@jimmuller3382]

I think its likely any historically themed book authored by Karl would have a lot of value. Karl summerises events brilliantly.

[@MichaelBakowski]

On the PCC question i think another boring (but applicable) factor is that with the rise of pistol braces many shooters have wanted to own semi auto sub machine guns but have thought they were ridiculous with a 16” barrels (think of the Kriss vector as one of the worse examples). With braces it’s practical to now own these weapons in their originally intended barrel lengths and hence, have become far more appealing.

[@GIR9595]

Karl Deckard: "Suppressors are like any other machine, they're either a benefit or a hazard. If they're a benefit, it's not my problem"

[@bfish9700]

You had me at Sabaton. Theyre not even my favorite band but so fitting!

[@eddyguizonde401]

i dunno, rammstein packs flamethrowers. which one is more appropriate? history-infused metal or flamethrowing germans?

[@diltzm]

@@eddyguizonde401 We need both together

[@TTRTIM]

For me, a Canadian, when it comes to optics my go to is Nikon. Because they've got good enough quality that I'm not worried that it'll lose zero when I'm out shooting, but it didn't break the bank. It's probably the best price vs quality option.

[@4991Ares]

I have finally thought of a purpose for gas seal revolvers: Metallic silhouette shooting, which is often done in the Creedmore position. You usually need a leather flap to cover your leg from the blast coming off the cylinder gap, a gas seal revolver would prevent this.

[@MarvinCZ]

According to Wikipedia: A modified formulation of Cordite, Cordite N developed in WW2, solved the issue of Cordite burning too hot. Cordite stopped being used around the end of the 20th century.

[@pw7564]

I'd LOVE to see Ian and Carl do a video on the cheapest optics available on Amazon and find out which is acceptable/best.

[@tajc5]

Came down here to comment the same

[@5000rgb]

You may want to check out Cyclops's scope reviews on youtube. He likes plenty of cheap scopes and will say if one sucks.

[@ArikGST]

US Marine in Irak:" I'm out, throw me a clip!" His buddy throws a 5round clip of 8mm Mauser at him "You said clip, sorry that you are dead now because you didn't say magazine."

[@bopeton]

Re: Carbon Fiber, I have a carbon bipod which really helps a lot, considering the front-end weight bipods usually bring.

[@HurricaneLantern]

Carbon fiber muzzle devices would be neat Especially since carbon doesnt transfer heat very much

[@newdeathscope]

@@HurricaneLantern carbon fiber needs to be bonded with something (normally epoxy) and that won't hold up to the heat. If you really want a lightweight go with aluminum or titanium.

[@HurricaneLantern]

@@newdeathscope they make high temp epoxies Its definitly do able, even if not practical

[@FluffRat]

I'd be a little nervous putting something as soft as 7075 aluminum right in front of the muzzle in case the weapon ever got dropped. Titanium is elastic enough it would be fine. Carbon fiber would probably work for a while, but I suspect it would erode quickly and you would need to use a metal thread insert anyway.

[@FluffRat]

Actually, on second thought the thermal expansion coefficient of titanium being lower than steel might cause some weird stresses, so it would be worth testing to see if there was a noticeable change in accuracy on the steel and titanium versions of a given muzzle device.

[@bauer431]

Easy solution. DB2020 will host only the finest of Polka bands.

[@johnnyosprey6056]

So Weird Al?

[@mountainhobo]

Re: 9 mm is the new .22 lr / people plink with 9 instead of .22 -- I understand that 9 mm came down in price, but you can easily get a box of Remington or Winchester 5000 rounds of .22 lr for less than $200. That's ⅕ the price of bulk 115 gr. 9 mm Winchester.

[@12361870]

The nomenclature surrounding magazine vs clip reminds me a lot of looking at historical documents like the Lewis and Clark diaries and how Musket and Rifle were used interchangeably yet in modern times they have a very specific meaning

[@WalkaCrookedLine]

The whole "clip vs magazine" thing strikes me as pointlessly pedantic, much as Ian and Karl seem to feel. What bothers me a great deal more is people who use the word "bullet" when they mean "cartridge". To me someone who does that is so ignorant of how firearms work I automatically consider them a safety hazard to be carefully watched. It's like they have no grasp of the fact that bullets don't just magically fly out of the barrel, you have to set off a chemical explosive to make that happen.

[@richardelliott9511]

I'll have check out the Lewis &Clark papers again because I suspect that to them in that time, the difference between rifle and musket was very important with different capabilities and purposes for each. I dought that those terms would have been used interchangably at that time. Especially since both Lewis and Clark were military men and would have been very clear on the differences. The mag and clip thing, I was introduced to guns when the adult men were mostly WW2 veterans, they all used "clip" pretty loosely. Can't remember any one calling a clip a mag but a mag could be either. I did learn the difference but what's the big deal? I don't care and get quite tired of supposed experts correcting anyone they can catch using the wrong term just to prove how much they know.

[@cschultzy56]

All That Remains. Their lead singer Phil Labonte is super into guns and would probably compete.

[@SnarkyPosters]

I look forward to the single shot blackpowder cartridge "shootout"

[@danielberry3625]

“It’s elegant the magazine well becomes the ejection port” my WiFi froze on Karl making a face haha

[@FoxtrotFleet]

Excuse me, 32% cooler with the 7.65

[@rhamph]

Proposal: a clip is for delivering ammo to a gun. A magazine is for storing ammo. A modern removable magazine serves both purposes and thus both terms are applicable.

[@VulpeRenard]

I definitely cannot speak to the real-world application of CAR with real anecdotes, but I do a lot of CQB training where we use non-guns and airsofts. I've never shot a match, but I would definitely not use CAR method where the only stress factor is a clock and there is an emphasis on "fast and accurate" with accurate being the primary concern (especially with no-shoots) and fast being incidental (slow is smooth, smooth is fast mindset). However, I will say, when you are drilling drawing a pistol, chambering, and firing on a target charging you with a training blade, or grabbing a loaded pistol with the slide locked back from the ground while two people are grappling you from behind, or multiple aggressors are approaching you, I've very often found myself instinctively relying on these kinds of positions and techniques, especially as a lifelong unarmed martial artist who is much more comfortable engaging people in a boxing stance. I would not expect to see this used at matches because there's no need to switch from an isosceles or weaver or whatever traditional shooting stance you would use to make an accurate shot if nobody is directly in your face trying to grab your gun. Also, if you notice, at least in the first John Wick, while he does make extensive use of CAR intermixed with strike and Judo when going through tight hallways, when he enters open rooms, he switches back to traditional shooting postures to make accurate, longer range shots.

[@toughspitfire]

The Australians had a side fed smg produced alongside the Owen.

[@martinvialle4569]

Ah the Austen supposed to be a hybrid of the MP38 and the Sten. According to a book I had many many years ago

[@M101K3]

"Language is malleable" - Yup. Also ductile and conductive.

[@Khorsathedark]

I truly get excited when a new Q&A appears on my feed. Probably my favorite videos.

[@ssreeser95]

I'm sure you could do .22LR matches again! I hear the Zip .22 would make an excellent sidearm.

[@polaritypictures]

Talking about different uppers, why not a advancement in the lower? Change the trigger system(Change the trigger pack), detonation mech(Why hammer instead of a striker?), Different locking systems and recoil spring changes(such as using sig/ar180/HK36 recoil springs instead of the buffer), ect.

[@ChucksSEADnDEAD]

If you're replacing the buffer system, that requires an upper change as well. Also, isn't the HK 433 essentially that?

[@edm240b9]

Thanks for the answer! Definitely will improve my recoiling handling issues!

[@sandmansleeping]

They had it right: hold it in tight, make sure it is in the right place. But they missed one thing: if you are having problems with 5.56 or 7.62x39, don't try something bigger until you have your form really sorted or it will hurt.

[@omanimitokanimi7976]

Regarding that issue, could lack of strength be connected to bruising issue at least in the case that you're really skinny, and therefore don't have much "meat" on your shoulder to absorb the recoil? Not that it's strictly or always a case of lacking strength, more just a body type thing that can sometimes be related.

[@edm240b9]

Gavin Johnson it’s weird, because from what I’ve noticed, it’s only been on AKs. The full auto one I fired beat me up pretty good, yet I’ve fired full auto ARs, M1s at CMP matches, and even a Barrett M107, yet I just can’t get used to the AK.

[@edm240b9]

Omanimi Tokanimi I am very skinny, so that could be it as well.

[@KATAKOTO69]

An ak103 style muzzle brake and a recoil pad would help you as well. Also, a short foregrip might help you keep the rifle pressed into your shoulder if your arm gets tired.

[@scottwatrous]

A composite (carbon fiber) stock/body for a bullpup could be cool.

[@m2hmghb]

Clip vs magazine is also an easy way to see how much the other person knows. Reading so many articles from "journalists" and how often they get the type of firearm, the ammo and so on wrong the clip vs magazine is just an easy way for me to start the evaluation of the writer.

[@eddyguizonde401]

do you give it a pass in conversations, though? i mean, when i put in a magazine, the sound it makes does sound like "clip", and it clips into the gun. i never understood why people got so defensive about it.

[@fab006]

On the bruising: it can depend on what you define as bruising! I personally cannot even dry fire a long gun for more than a handful of times before I get visible marks on the skin of my shoulder. But they do not hurt at all, I cannot feel them (they can be amusing surprises at the end of a day at the range). So don’t get scared if it leaves a mark if it doesn’t hurt or impede you!

[@kenibnanak5554]

3,000+ rounds later and my M4 still has a low cost Bushnell Red Dot which still works fine (3 spares sitting in a box in case the first one ever fails). I totally disagree regarding the Trapdoor vs Martini Henry. I own several of both and trust me, the Martini is much faster to reload and fire again (presuming decent all brass cartridges of course vs foil ones). The lack of any reason to fiddle around with a hammer or a loading latch makes a huge difference. The Martini lever with practice is fast. It is like comparing my Sharps carbine to my Rolling Block carbine. The Sharps is noticeably faster than the Rolling Block. The Martini Henry (even faster than the Sharps too) is the fastest of the 1870s vintage single shot cartridge guns (possible exception for the needlessly complex striker fired Sharps which no country adapted).. Buyers remorse: Remington R51. LoL

[@Killerpixel11]

Center axis relock is a defensive shooting technique. Speed or accuracy aren't really the point, but as with anything, you can get very good with practice. It's really meant for these "oh shit" distances. it gets you shooting quicker from a draw AND it gives you much, much better leverage/retention than having your arms stretched way out front if someone gets their hands on your gun. It actually makes sense for John Wick, aside from looking baller. Considering the distances he tends to shoot people at in the movies, having the gun in close is a really good defense against having it taken away. You can also see him extend into a proper shooting stance when the situation permits. These movies actually got a lot of things right about gun handling.

[@ColburnFreml]

Faxon ARAK 21 vs AR180 uppers?

[@Aaron_Jensen]

Oh and I've got such a brilliant plan for a concert after Desert Brutality. Start by getting Nightwish to preform after Finnish Brutality, and if that goes well then simply invite them to preform at Desert Brutality.

[@InrangeTv]

Nightwish makes me nauseous. ~Karl

[@pikekeke]

@@InrangeTv I'm surprised they let you in to Finland!

[@johntravolto4058]

Yins guys are as smooth as butter. Hell of a video! thanks for taking the time out of your day to make this fellas!!

[@chrisjewell3435]

Did doggo bark at ATF agents trying to sneak around the house while inrange dose a video.

[@Hawkeye308]

RIP pupper.

[@iLLeag7e]

Dead dogs are not funny. My dog is my son and I will protect him and avenge him as though he is.

[@lordaleksandre]

@@iLLeag7e It's a dog

[@LordHeadshot]

And FWIW, I had a ball running my Win94 and 1911, Wild Bunch style, at that 2-gun match you ran recently.

[@josephleinhauser6130]

Carbon fiber can be injection molded and blended into thermoplastics. The strength of carbon fiber is in one direction so by injection molding it you loose a lot of the advantage of the carbon fiber.

[@Estinus]

It's nice to hear the opinion on the sub-$100 optics. I intend to participate in Desert Brutality 2020 (assuming it's still in Utah or still less than a 9 hour drive) and I have an RDB WITH....a $70 Sightmark reflex. I'm tentative to trust it 100%, but so far no issues.

[@SWEmanque]

I think it says a lot that free float barrels first came to hunting rifles because the had wood stocks and would change dimensions depending on the weather.

[@Cohac]

Finally someone else who isnt into Sabaton!

[@2of2DCH]

On the match vs class...it's tough. 2GACM are fun, yet total trigger time is maybe 8 mins and 150rds, for 5 hours of time? Whereas a class will get you a fair bit more. Depending on the class it could also include some of the dynamic aspects of a match. But if your weekends are frequently open you could run a lot of matches for the cost of a class. Pima Pistol Club, as an example, seems to have a couple of matches every weekend.

[@narkoid]

I plink with my 22lr all the time. It's super cheap at least 1/5 the cost of 9mm. I love my mark II Ruger it's reliable accurate and great for handing off to first timers that I bring with me to.the range. Usually I will run them thru 4 or 5 mags on the Ruger 22lr then step them up to my Walther p99as or glock 19.

[@toolthoughts]

25:00 there have been a few dan wesson revolvers in standard .22 lr converted to a integrally suppressed configuration. Initial gas pressure pushes a sliding collet to seal the chamber gap, iirc. Theoretically this could be done in larger calibers, but the integral design, using the removable barrel shroud on a DW as an expansion chamber, limited these to .22.

[@LordHeadshot]

10/10 would rock out to Sabaton after DB2020

[@mkultraification]

In regard to center axis relock, if it helped you go even a little faster, all the competition guys would be using it. The fact that they aren't probably answers that question.

[@DoctorBigCat]

Got to experience the issues of shooting steel with .22LR today at 100 yards. Even with just two people on the range it was impossible to be consistent with calling hits. I’d say 10% of hits were called but when we inspected the target(it was in a shaded spot so we couldn’t tell until we got close) it was riddled with impact marks, and when the hits were called you could hardly even tell the target was moving.

[@jabaier2]

45:45 - Full size pistol in 1900. What about the Colt 1900 in .38 ACP? The ballistic performance looks pretty close to 9x19. Then you wouldn't need to be stuck with 7.65 Luger.

[@andersbendsen5931]

The Schwarzlose 1898?

[@MrDDiRusso]

The TRW low maintenance rifle had the same ergonomics of the FG42, side feed with AR magazines. It was only a prototype.

[@moicus29]

I think center axis relock is not the choice for many targets in a short amount of of time. But against a couple foes in a real close up fight where you need to control the weapon and maybe block incoming strikes, its superior to isosoles.

[@darthhodges]

Regarding a 5.7 AR, if your intended use (i.e. range or jurisdiction) limits you to pistol calibers only, the 5.7x28 may be classified as such while being flat shooting and having the ability to penetrate soft body armor compared to other pistol calibers. If you can't have a 5.56 AR 5.7 might be as close as you can get. In which case you may also consider a CMMG rifle in 5.7 that takes FN FiveseveN pistol mags.

[@ALRinaldi]

I think side charging uppers have their place, mostly as a bolt action straight-pull such as you see in the UK.

[@MrCyphermonkey]

There’s the name for Karl’s book, “historical stuff you don’t know but should “ Mmmm.....Maybe needs a little work

[@Amontadillo]

don't you dare apologise for doggo, doggo improves the overall quality. :P

[@Slick263]

With your question regarding a band/concert @ 40:08, you mention problems like 'who do you get and who is going to satisfy everyone in the audience' The answers are easy, 1) take an aggregate of the average age of competitor and pick something that fits generally with that avg age and take a guess at the style 2) No, you're never going to satisfy everyone, that's a fools errand, some people live to be offended and professionally upset. Just enjoy the back ground music and spending time with people whose company you enjoy.

[@hoss2060]

id love to see that single shot rifle comparison

[@Peterowsky]

Yeah... you're not milling carbon fiber, that would be insane. It works pretty much like fiberglass in that you put a fiber substrate in what shape you want (and that gets increasingly difficult the more complex the shape is) then fill it with polymer. But since each layer of fabric is unidirectional you either weave it or just stack it and risk delamination.

[@nate_thealbatross]

At work we buy the cheapest VHF radios because we end up dropping them into water, mud, etc. If you are using an optic you pay for in the field you want something that you can cheaply replace WHEN you break it.

[@kenhelmers2603]

Western 2gun or 3 gun match is right up my alley :) Thanks guys - luv these Q&As

[@anti_life_eq]

Let me just stop my day for 66 minutes for this excellent content. Sorry productive day I was going to have. Also please get Garand Thumb out to 2 gun and explain to him why the forward assist is useless!

[@joeyduke81]

66 minutes

[@exploatores]

My problem with irons is. you have a black/dark ironsight and a dark target. for extra fun, low light conditions. With a red dot you at least se the dot.

[@soylentgreen7074]

Ooh if Karl did a 19th century American history/oldwest book I’d be all over it. I’m salivating thinking about it. Aged leather bound cover with a Schofield or something on it.

[@bolinball2213]

As always, excellent video. For the WWSD update, check out the Fostech light weight rails. they are crazy light 8.14oz for the (largest) 16" rail. I've beat mine through the woods and it is holding up great so far.

[@carsonfranks3138]

Carbon fiber laminates have unusual strength characteristics. It needs to be placed in its mold with each layer placed at the correct angles to create the strength properties needed. Milling complicated shapes out of a block will not create strong hard points where necessary. To make a pistol durable enough by today's standards, the carbon fiber would need to be built around an internal steel frame. Also carbon fibers have higher density than many polymers.

[@darthhodges]

Talking about proper shoulder engagement while shooting an AK reminded me of a line from Tremors 2. The gun guy of the group gives his fellows double barreled rifles chambered in .375 H&H Magnum with the warning to hold them "good and tight to your shoulder or it'll break your collarbone."

[@Tubajock2]

Carbon fiber is a fabric..... its layed up like fiberglass. milling Carbon is in my opinion missing the point save for certain applications made of flat plates (quad frames etc.) Carbon is expensive and difficult to work with in comparison to most alternative materials (except Aramids (kevlar)). This is why its still mostly an aerospace or racing material. I would LOVE to see a true Carbon AR receiver set, but the molding process for the lower is mind bendingly complex as iv tried to figure out how on paper at this point.

[@KarltheKrazyone]

Wouldn't friction start to play a role? I'm thinking that wear surfaces would start to become problematic, especially considering the other aspects of carbon fiber dust.

[@Tubajock2]

@@KarltheKrazyone lower no, upper yes but I have some ideas on that but the 1st challenge is just molding the lower to begin with

[@kitten-inside]

You can not just mill carbon fibre. The material is made of sheets with resin (glue) sandwiched between them. The fibres are directional, so it never carries forces uniformly, like a block of steel could. If you cut it up, you are liable to break/fray those fibres, losing a lot if not all of its strength. This can only make sense when the part being made carries minimal loads, or if you do tiny, securely drilled holes.

[@MSUbulldog21]

Ah yes, a Q&A to finish up my last hour at work on a Friday afternoon. Life is good.

[@3of11]

Why are PCC awesome? 1) 9/45 suppressors are not heavy AF and do not heat up to burn-shit-out-of-you levels so quickly versus rifle suppressors. 2) 9/45 actually suppresses to hearing safe without $1/round (.300 blackout) or heavily compromised subsonic loadings (223 subsonic) vs 147gr 9mm HP or 230gr .45 HP) 3) a 4-7” barrel does not compromise the usefulness of pistol calibers and combine that with shorter cans = much shorter OAL. 4) can shoot pistol matches and pistol steel at 10m vs 100m rifle steel. Steel targets last longer 5) usually simple blowback actions. Easy to clean and maintain 6) no need for gas settings or boosters or muzzle devices. 7) 9mm = 16 cents a round nowadays versus 25 cents for .223 (brass vs brass) 8) 3 lug attachment for pistol cans is better than many other heavy / long proprietary QD rifle suppressor mounts. 9) light weight and handiness. Usually folding stocks are the norm for PCC 10) many PCC compatible with CCW/EDC mags. 11) indoor range friendly

[@christophercasale7961]

You can absolutely make complex shapes and things out carbon fiber. There are some manufacturers making carbon fiber car wheels.

[@Howjadoo22]

I'd like to see a side-fed AR-15.

[@skepticalamerican9044]

Howjadoo22 we kind of have them in NY/CA if you’re running a fixed mag w/ Mean Arms or Bear Flag Defense loaders

[@jdgomez775]

There's some AR uppers that take side loading mags, but they are chambered in .50 BMG and .416 Barrett. There was a 9mm side loader pistol also, but not as common.

[@proteus2103]

Great as always! 100 degrees in the dry heat must be the pits.

[@arthurthedented]

Side feeding SMGs may have been designed that way because 30 round stick mags were brand new then and reliable springs/feed for that length of magazine may not have been trusted/reliable at fighting gravity as they became after some development and metallurgical improvement? For the Owen that may have been something to do with its inception as a garage prototype and production in emergency circumstances..but for the MP18 and follow ons ... I think the fact that 30 round vertical feed magazine and the springs for them being new meant that the side feed was more trusted/reliable for the early iterations. Thompsons came in 20 round sticks to start with?.. oh and dont forget Pederson in your list of SMGs :)

[@clintonscanlon1325]

Carbon fiber isnt really milled. From what I understand its more like polymer in the sense that its formed, then hardened. Still very expensive.

[@wingracer1614]

It's basically the same as laying fiberglass. The only time it would really be milled is in the case of parts cut out of flat carbon fiber panels. Or for milling out holes/vents/voids/etc. in an already formed piece like the carbon float tubes for ARs.

[@Aimless6]

Carbon fiber is sort of like multiply. Sheets of fabric, layered and glued together with resin. Draping the sheets into the mold, without causing kinks or air pockets, is the labor intensive pricey part.

[@onoes9646]

I went practice, then matches (which pointed out flaws in my technique that I couldn't diagnose), then classes.

[@andyrihn1]

Pretty much all the side mounted magazine SMGs were derived from the MP18 (mp28, type 100, lanchester, sten, austen, sterling) or were German interwar guns aping the MP18 (mp35, EMP)

[@xt6wagon]

They can mold Carbon fiber now into pretty complex shapes. Its still stupid expensive.

[@jic1]

That's the funny thing about carbon fiber: most other 'exotic' materials eventually become cheap and ubiquitous (e.g. aluminum, nylon, fiberglass, polycarbonate). Carbon fiber was an expensive, difficult to manufacture, comparatively rare material when it was introduced in the '60s, and it still is today.

[@ZGryphon]

The only gun I can think of off the top of my head where the clip/magazine thing matters is the Lee-Enfield rifle, because it kind of has either, so you need to be sure which one the other guy is really asking for. :)

[@DiggingForFacts]

AFAIK the Australian 'fishing rod' has more practical applications supporting video rigs, where the weight is just as much of an issue, but the duration and combat conditions are not.

[@glenlivett78]

The clip magazine thing sent me into flashbacks of basic training... We were just getting started in Basic rifle marksmanship and we got issued 3 mags each, I forget the exact context but I asked one of the other privets "hey hand me that clip..." I saw drill sergeant Moslett stop in mid-stride, spun on his heels and Beeline may way. And with the most Chesser cat grin I had seen up to that point in my life he asked: " what did you just say?" many pushups and some hearing loss I sustained from the yelling in my ear about the proper nomenclature of the magazine-5.56-30rd-1each I have never made that mistake again... Oh, to be young again.

[@SurajGrewal]

Moulds, when used with fiber impregnated plastics wear faster specially when you use glass fiber.

[@darthhodges]

If you watch a lot of Taran Butler you explained exactly why he loves PCCs. If he is working with someone not used to rifle calibers he starts them on a Sig MPX (his personal favorite) and works them up to a rifle.

[@USOtaku013666]

The dog really wanted to be heard today

[@daa3417]

Buriss actually makes some high quality stuff, it’s bushnell you were thinking of. And I also agree on my go to rifle I have an aimpoint but holosuns and TRS-25s on everything else.

[@zodiarkslayer6384]

To Question Nr.3: I'm surprised the gas wasn't mentioned. A poorly set up rifle can be quite dangerous for the shooter. Especially if you (have to) dump some ammo real quick. So i guess you'd HAVE to take a side-charged upper if you wanted to compete for REAL. And in that case a completely dedicated build around the suppressor of choice.

[@lon242]

What about recoil control on a shotgun? Wouldn't really forcing the gun into you just make it really hurt?

[@InrangeTv]

No.

[@hannesh6544]

I have shot 4-5 times with APILAS (112 mm recoilless anti-tank weapon). They told me to grip it hard. The first one was like getting hit in the face with a baseball bat. After that I realized that you need to grip it HARD, use all your strength to hug it against your body. With the 3rd shot, I could track the projectile through the sights for the whole travel. Yes it's called "recoilless" but that's when comparing it to a 100mm cannon, not small arms.

[@MagPel1]

Regarding milling a block of carbon fiber, i THINK that would defeat its whole design/function? As i understand it, It's the carbon fibre weave/strands that give it great strength-to-weight characteristics. If you cut the weave by milling it, the only thing holding it togeather would be the bonding stubstance, right? By that point its basicly just carbon fiber reinforced plastic.

[@ChucksSEADnDEAD]

You can make a shape out of the layered fabrics and mill it to finish. Yes, cutting the strands will create areas where the whole fiber will not support itself as it's shape was interrupted but if you mill holes into a block of metal the same thing happens. There's also the fact that typically you want the layers to be angled to each other, often 0º/90º and 45º or 30º between layers so not all layers will be severed.

[@communistdwarf]

Hey Karl, since you're not a fan of Sabaton, you should give 1914 a try. Their newest album "The Blind Leading the Blind" was one of my favorite albums to come out last year. They recently got signed with Napalm records, and put out a new music video. Love yours and Ian's work.

[@stevelavalette6898]

What is center action re-lock ?

[@curious-relics]

I hadn't heard of it either. Apparently it's a defensive shooting style where you hold the pistol up close to your face and cocked at an angle. Reloads involve flicking your wrist to eject the mag quicker. Advantages are quick reloads and you keep the pistol close to you so it's harder for someone to grab out of your hand. The disadvantage is it's not good for accurate shooting.