Poor Mans Muzzle Compensator (Teaser) RyeOnHam 2020-07-07 | Notice the end of the barrel? Note, this was some old footage from an old project. I'll try to compile a video about it later. For now, this is all you get. Take that, YouTube algorithm.And, for the record, I'm not holding the forend weird. This is for SCIENCE!
Original Colt 1911 from 1918 up close RyeOnHam 2020-04-12 | Please watch to the end for some bonus footage.This is an all-original WW1 Colt Model of 1911 pistol in .45 ACP. This has not been modified, updated, or altered. A friend of mine was chatting with me at the dog park and mentioned he had inherited a Colt 1911 from his father. The story goes, the father was a bartender and acquired this gun from one of his patrons. Turns out, it was an all original Colt 1911 made in 1918. I offered to clean it up and do a video on it and we went out shooting for the footage you see here.
Henry & Charter Arms AR-7 RyeOnHam 2020-04-05 | Disclaimer: The Henry does not float for long, but many AR-7's including the Armalite Version do. In this video, I examine the Henry and Charter Arms AR-7 survival rifles. These are takedown rifles that are handy to store and fun to shoot.
Best Makarov Grip EVER! RyeOnHam 2017-08-03 | The Makarov has workable grips to begin with, but they aren't the best out there and many American imports have horrid grips. The solution to MANY complaints about the Makarov is the Fab Defense grip made in Israel. They come in left or right-hand configurations and offer improved texture, a palmswell for better grip angle, a relocated magazine release, and a substantial beavertail to stop slide bite and give you a good, high grip. You can get them in Black, Flat Dark Earth, or OD green colors. If you want a set of these grips, search for them on eBay and order them direct from Israel. I have no affiliation with Fab Defense and did not get compensated in any way. These grips were purchased by the owner with his own money. Enjoy!
SilencerCo Octane Baffle Alignment Rod RyeOnHam 2017-01-09 | I had a tool 3D printed to help in the alignment of SilencerCo Octane baffles. If you would like to do this yourself, you can search AR15.com for the phrase, "got bored, 3D printed these". If you're unable to figure it out, you shouldn't be doing these sorts of things so it all works out in the end.See my other video on the Spectre II alignment rod here:youtu.be/cBycE_vW1HM
SilencerCo Spectre II Baffle Alignment Rod RyeOnHam 2017-01-09 | I had a tool 3D printed to help in the alignment of SilencerCo Spectre II baffles. If you would like to do this yourself, you can search AR15.com for the phrase, "got bored, 3D printed these". If you're unable to figure it out, you shouldn't be doing these sorts of things so it all works out in the end.For a similar tool for the Octane 45 and 9 suppressors, see this video:youtu.be/UeQCMf4T8Uc
Springfield Armory XD Mod 2 Review RyeOnHam 2017-01-08 | A little dive into a new version of an older pistol.
Remington Model 12 Review RyeOnHam 2016-10-17 | Detailed review of the Remington Model 12. Remington wanted to compete with the Winchester model 06 and other mid-level .22 rifles. There were two niche markets: the Gallery Gun and the small-game hunter. JD Pedersen designed this gun, his second design for Remington. This is a great gun with a few flaws. Enjoy!Correction: UMC stands for "Union Metallic Cartridge". I said it wrong in the video.
Remington R51 Gen 2 Factory Defect & Ammo Update RyeOnHam 2016-07-05 | Some defects and a follow-up to my range session. Two glaring issues are the half-missing disconnector pin and the galling of the bolt. I also go over a few other points. For all my desire to go out and shoot it with some American ammunition, I cannot due to the defective disconnector pin.
Remington R51 Gen 2 Range Report RyeOnHam 2016-07-03 | I originally wanted to do a commentary as part of this video, but I will save that for another time. Overall, this shooting session was a mixed bag. I am not too happy about the function having failures to eject, failures to feed, double-feeds, the bulged, creased cases, or having the web of my thumb beat up. On the positive side, the sights were tight! YAY for tight sights!
Remington R51 Gen 2 TableTop Review RyeOnHam 2016-06-29 | It's been a few years coming, but here it is. My brand new Remington R51. Shooting session will follow, but be warned... it didn't go well. Better than the first R51, but not as reliable as I would like... Tell me what you think!
Remington R51 Gen 2 Its HERE!!!! RyeOnHam 2016-06-28 | Finally, I have one in my cold, live hands! I will be doing a full review later on. Initial impressions are mixed. The trigger is plastic, wobbles from side-to-side, and there is NO tactile trigger reset. I don't know how they were able to engineer ZERO feel to the reset. I have never felt a trigger with so little feedback. On the plus side, pulling the trigger is a very positive experience... dat release tho.
Remington R51 Gen 2 Wait is OVER! (almost) RyeOnHam 2016-06-22 | Got word that my Remington R51 will ship early next week. MAYBE! Seriously, it's been 27 months!
S&W BodyGuard 380 Review RyeOnHam 2016-06-19 | Back with new equipment. Some of this video did not go so well, especially the audio. I am trying to get up and running with 1080P60 which seems to be 8 times as resource intensive as my old standard of 720P30. Hope you enjoy.A friend of mine from High School, Derek, asked for advice on a concealed carry pistol. Since this video was already on my future-videos list, I went ahead and filmed it. Let me know what you think!
Nickel is Yellow, Chrome is White RyeOnHam 2016-03-20 | Demonstrating that not all shades of silvery gun finish are stainless steel, I show you side-by-side finishes. Enjoy!
Remington R51: Second Annual Update / Facepalm RyeOnHam 2016-03-20 | It seems that the news of the R51's death have been SLIGHTLY exaggerated. Here are the articles/web sites/videos referenced in my video:http://r51pistol.com/general-discussion/50-re-designed-prototype-51s-any-newshttp://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2016/02/19/remington-huntsville-alabama-plant-tour/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=SumoMe&utm_campaign=sumome_sharehttp://www.remingtonowners.com/post14746.htmlthefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?p=6239333http://www.americanrifleman.org/articles/2016/3/18/200-years-of-remington-highlightsyoutube.com/watch?v=N2bNLBC7PZc
Remington R51: Slow Death? RyeOnHam 2016-01-13 | The Remington R51 is absent from the recently released 2016 Remington catalog. It is, as of the publishing of this video, still showing on the website, though. These mixed signals ahead of SHOT 2016 are disturbing. I have little hope that SHOT will clear things up, but will post an update if that happens.
Adams Arms Closed Gas Piston RyeOnHam 2015-10-16 | The Adams Arms piston system is explained. This is a closed gas system meaning there are no slots, holes, or vents. When the gun operates, excess gas is dumped back into the bore. There are leaks around the gaps in the system, but there is no 'pop' or 'crack' from the gas system as in most every other gas system on the market. This means that the gun is easier to suppress. It also means the gun is cleaner and easier to clean after a long suppressed session.
Revision CV Grips for NAA Mini Revolver RyeOnHam 2015-09-12 | I compare factory grips with the "Revision CV" grips for the North American Arms line of mini-revolvers. Enjoy!
MagPul BAD Lever (short) RyeOnHam 2015-08-14 | The MagPul Battery Assist Device. What more can I say. VERY fast. Shortens your mag change time significantly. Keeps you from having to remove your right hand from the pistol grip.
BCM Gunfighter Latch Modification RyeOnHam 2015-08-11 | The BCM Gunfighter Latch, Mod 3. I compare this to the OEM and an aftermarket extended latch and I modify the charging handle and latch to eliminate pinch points.
S&W 5900 Series (3rd Gen) Magazine Safety Removal RyeOnHam 2015-08-09 | I walk you through removing the Magazine Disconnect (safety) on S&W 3rd Generation pistols like the 5906 as well as the 4000, 4500, 1000, 3900, and 6900 series pistols. Why? Watch the video!Linked videos:Slide Disassembly: youtu.be/CUV8SL_RjFo
Remington R51 Update: More Delays RyeOnHam 2015-07-18 | Duh. What did you expect. Every time Remington says they are going to produce the gun, all they produce is more delays. Sorry it wasn't better news. Please hit the thumbs-up and subscribe if you want more updates. Thanks!
Shotgun Barrel Cutting: Finishing Vent Ribs RyeOnHam 2015-06-26 | In this video, I explain how to limit barrel damage while you are dressing up the rib on a freshly cut shotgun barrel. Just me, a hacksaw, a file, some pipe, and a camera.
Ruger MK III Mag Safety Removal RyeOnHam 2015-06-18 | In this video, I do a deep-dive into the magazine disconnect removal and replacement. This has been done before, but I tried to get as close-up and personal with the offending parts as possible. Hope you enjoy!
Ruger MK III Trigger Looseness Hack RyeOnHam 2015-06-16 | Removing trigger play (loose fit) in a factory-new Ruger 22/45 MK III pistol. Another part of my Ruger MK III hacking series. I take a drill bit and drill out the trigger, slide release, and grip frame. I then use the shank of that drill bit as a custom-fit trigger pin. Finally, I shim the trigger to remove most of the side-to-side play. The end result is a MUCH better feeling trigger.Here is a link to where I got the shims: http://goo.gl/TPL4no for around $12The drill bit was a #19 extended, High Speed Steel (HSS). Also known as extra long, extension, or long-shank drill bit. Just try eBay. Don't get a titanium nitride, carbide, or chrome plated drill bit if you are trying this. Also, don't try this unless you are a gunsmith.
Ruger MK III Loaded Chamber Indicator Removal RyeOnHam 2015-06-11 | This video is part of a series modding a Ruger 22/45 MK III pistol. Here, I remove the loaded chamber indicator (LCI) and show you how to do it for free. The second half of the video explains how to install a slot filler. The company where I bought the LCI's originally is not there anymore. You can get them from Tandemkross or Volquartsen, but I do not have direct experience with their fillers.
CVA Hunter 44 Magnum Update RyeOnHam 2015-06-09 | Update on my CVA hunter including breakdown, rounding off sharp edges, and the newly shortened and threaded barrel. Finally get to see the finished product before scope mounting. That's my SWR (Silencerco) Octane 45 suppressor.
Ruger SR22 Plaid Review RyeOnHam 2015-05-21 | This is the Ruger SR22. A "Plaid" review is a deep dive into the gun on my plaid blanket. If you are so inclined, please check out my shooting and takedown videos:Just shooting: goo.gl/TDqAXmField Strip & Maintenance: goo.gl/XqVC5e
Ruger SR22 Shooting Sessions RyeOnHam 2015-05-21 | Just me shooting the Ruger SR22. For a full review and takedown video, check out these other videos:Field Strip & Maintenance: goo.gl/XqVC5eFull Review: goo.gl/32yosc
Remington R51: Three Updates RyeOnHam 2015-05-21 | Three updates on the Remington R51. For the recently resurrected web site, click here:http://remingtonhandguns.com/r51
Ruger SR22 Field Strip & Maintenance RyeOnHam 2015-05-19 | This is a quick video on disassembly and basic maintenance of the Ruger SR22 pistol. This is intended mostly for beginners as a supplement to the manual. If you are new to guns, please read the manual before attempting to disassemble the gun. For a full review and shooting sessions, please check out these videos:Just shooting: goo.gl/TDqAXmFull Review: goo.gl/32yosc
Squib! (CZ38 Pistol - Short) RyeOnHam 2015-05-13 | My first squib load with factory ammunition... EVER! I've had a couple over the years from handloads and I've seen a dozen or so from others handloads, but factory ammo should not do this. This was PPU PRVI Partizan 380 ACP JHP 95 gr.Were I to guess, I would think that the powder failed to ignite due to either a weak primer, bad powder, or a combination. The loads did not seem very energetic compared to all of the other .380 I've shot in the past.
CVA Hunter, 44 Magnum Plaid Review RyeOnHam 2015-05-08 | This is a plaid review of a very plain rifle. This is a CVA Hunter chambered in 44 Magnum. It comes with a scope mount with rings built in. All the user needs to do is pick a scope and install it. I intend to do some work on the gun as I explain in the video. Enjoy!
Pellet Storage Container (Short Video) RyeOnHam 2015-04-25 | Here's a quick tip for storing your pellets, .22 LR ammo, black powder caps, or anything else small. Just save your medication bottles. They are childproof, too, which helps keep crumb-crunching rug-rats from lead ingestion.
Ruger 22/45 Lite Plaid Review RyeOnHam 2015-03-20 | Here is my Plaid Review of the Ruger 22/45 Lite MK III pistol. I was disappointed initially that there were SO MANY issues that needed to be resolved. The trigger slop, magazine disconnect, and loaded chamber jam inducer will all be removed in future videos. Please click thumbs-up if you enjoy the video. Thanks!
Ruger SR22 with SilencerCo Spectre II RyeOnHam 2015-03-13 | Here I fire my Ruger SR22 in two different range sessions with my SilencerCo Spectre II suppressor. I used two different types of ammunition: Bulk pack Remington & Winchester. The Winchester was not reliable and there were several duds (half a dozen). There were two shooting sessions here.
Remington R51 Annual Update RyeOnHam 2015-03-10 | Yes, this is the first of many Annual updates on my R51 saga. I would like this to be a high-round count, 12-month carry review, but sadly it's not that kind of video. No, I'll go over what happened, what I think happened, and what MIGHT happen in the future. Be sure to check out the links below for more info on what I talk about in the video.TheFirearmsBlog article: http://goo.gl/25EAYuBearingArms.com post: http://goo.gl/PCwlS6GunsAmerica.com article: http://goo.gl/lxWz7eShootingSportsRetailer.com article: http://goo.gl/rRBsZzThis article doesn't even spell Pedersen right, let along attempt at a retraction: http://goo.gl/meGF4CSomewhat of a retraction for another maligned magazine article here: http://goo.gl/ifppjJ
Ruger SR22, 22/45 + S&W M&P 22 Compact 3-Way Review RyeOnHam 2015-03-04 | Epic (read LONG) 3-way review of three .22 pistols that serve a similar role. I go pretty deep into them, so sit back, grab a Diet Dr. Pepper (or BEER) and enjoy. There are shooting, gunsmithing, and stand-alone plaid reviews coming on all three pistols, so if any of this interests you, please subscribe and stay tuned.
SilencerCo Spectre II on Ruger 10 22 Takedown (short) RyeOnHam 2015-02-25 | SWR SilencerCo Spectre II suppressor mounted on a Ruger 10/22 takedown. Both pretty new. Just trying them out. Enjoy.
Torching a 7.62x51mm NATO Cartridge RyeOnHam 2015-02-21 | Putting the torch to my final cartridge for this series, the 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 Winchester). Not much of a show, but this is all we could get to happen.Music used: Incursion by Per Kiilstofte machinimasound.com/music/incursionLicensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)
Torching a .380 ACP Cartridge RyeOnHam 2015-02-21 | Putting a .380 ACP Cartridge to the torch. Note: This was done under controlled conditions. Do not attempt this yourself... that's why we did the video, so you don't have to.Music used: Incursion by Per Kiilstofte machinimasound.com/music/incursionLicensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)
T/C Contender 45/70 Sight in Session RyeOnHam 2015-02-10 | Thompson Center Contender at the range for a sight-in session. Wanted to get the gun on target at 25 yards. This is a "Super 16" barrel that is a shorter barrel with a muzzle brake permanently installed. The 45/70 was meant for a much longer barrel.
Nail Gun Blanks & Pulled 22 lr Bullets RyeOnHam 2015-02-05 | Final nail gun blank shooting session. I pulled .22 lr bullets from live cases and put them in front of nail gun blanks. Let's see what happened.Music used: Incursion by Per Kiilstofte machinimasound.com/music/incursionLicensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)
Torching a .32 ACP Cartridge RyeOnHam 2015-01-26 | I put the torch to a .32 ACP cartridge. Why? If you have to ask, you won't understand the answer either.Music used: Incursion by Per Kiilstofte machinimasound.com/music/incursionLicensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)
Nail Gun Blank, Pellet & Round Ball Duplex Loads! RyeOnHam 2015-01-21 | Next up, DUPLEX LOADS! Wanting to solve the sheared skirt problem I was having, I put a .22 caliber round ball behind the pellet. The results surprised me. Enjoy the show!Music used: Incursion by Per Kiilstofte machinimasound.com/music/incursionLicensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)
SilencerCo Octane 45 on Glock 21 Gen 4 RyeOnHam 2015-01-18 | Glock 21, Gen 4 pistol sporting a SWR Silencerco Octane 45 HD. Shooting 230 grain factory hardball ammo. I tried it with a bare muzzle, dry, and wet with wire pulling gel. Enjoy!
Octane 45 HD / Glock 21 Gen 4 Teaser RyeOnHam 2015-01-13 | SilencerCo Octane 45 HD on a Glock 21 Gen 4. This is a teaser video. Coming soon: full shooting session! Enjoy!
