Generic Video Game Red DotHop2024-10-23 | Generic Video Game Red DotSuppressor Optimized BCGsHop2024-05-08 | The KAK Industry K-Spec downward venting BCG has some purported advantages for use with a suppressor, so let's talk about it. The good old Bootleg Adjustable BCG also has its place so we'll talk about that one too. We're not talking about the Surefire OBC because it doesn't really exist.
Support this channel on SubscribeStar: subscribestar.com/hoplopfheilThermal scope or thermal clip-on?Hop2024-04-30 | Going over some of the pros and cons of dedicated thermal weapon sights, and thermal clip-ons. I'm sure there will be more thermal videos later when I figure out what to do with them.
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Support this channel on SubscribeStar: subscribestar.com/hoplopfheilA look inside the Gemtech GVAC UpperHop2024-04-13 | The Gemtech GVAC upper is designed to make suppressed shooting more comfortable thanks to a bore evacuator built into the gas block. In this video we're taking a look at it to see how proprietary it is, and how it compares to traditional methods of tuning a rifle for use with a suppressor.
Support this channel on SubscribeStar: subscribestar.com/hoplopfheilNow THATS What I Call a Suppressor Mount!Hop2024-04-08 | The "Plan B" taper mount is originally a Q design, but thanks to companies like Rearden, Liberty Precision Machine, and others it has become one of the most well supported suppressor mount interfaces on the market. The upshot is a huge variety of Plan B compatible suppressor adapters and muzzle devices. Plus also as a cool bonus it just works!
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Corrections: 2:41 According to my "suppressor guy," Griffin's taper mount came out before Q's Plan B, but didn't get the name "Plan A" until later, probably as a reference to Plan B.Is the SiOnyx Opsin worth buying yet?Hop2024-04-04 | The SiOnyx Opsin DNVM1 digital night vision monocular is a significant improvement over the Aurora, but does it compete with real analog night vision? To find out, I bought one with my own money and ran it through an 8 stage night vision match with @ForgottenWeapons to see how big of a handicap it was. A huge shout-out to @TNVCINCfor sponsoring Moon's Out 2024, and to One Shepherd Institute for running the whole match!
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Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilThe Midwesternized Alpha AK ProjectHop2024-03-07 | I put American furniture on my American made AK because I didn't want to have to use a Dremel, and guess how that turned out. This video is the middle part of the Modernized AK project, though you could also say we Westernized it. Maybe even Midwesternized it. Next time the project will split into two separate paths...
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Corrections: 3:10 the "slim" version of the Sureshot chassis requires removal of the handguard retaining cap, the standard versions do notThe Weaponlight Surefire Doesnt Want to Talk AboutHop2024-02-27 | What if the government asked you to make them a flashlight and then told you that you did a good job on the flashlight and then didn't buy the flashlight? How would that make you feel?
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Corrections: 2:45 The KM3 head was for the Millennium lights, the Scout lights like the M620V used the smaller KM2 headThe Riflespeed DissipatorHop2024-02-19 | A match made in heaven, or what passes for heaven around these parts. Let's find out how much potential is in a dissipator barrel.
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Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilGlock Shill vs Walther PDPHop2024-02-10 | A deeply cynical take on one of the latest Glock-killers. Is it a competition pistol? Or a duty pistol with competition influences? I can't tell. Also does anybody know what a "combat handgun" is? For added enjoyment, take a shot every time I call it the "SD Pro" instead of the "Pro SD." (Recommended for advanced drinkers only)
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Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilCheap Chinese Night Vision is Finally HereHop2024-02-05 | What if you could get a pair of binocular night vision for the same price as a monocular? Well, there would be tradeoffs, obviously. The InfiRay Jerry 31 duals are a fully featured set of articulating, binocular night vision that costs the same or a bit less than a high end PVS-14. Sounds nice, but there's no such thing as a free lunch so let's see what compromises have to be made to hit that price point.
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Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:07 How I like to set up my slings 4:17 Sponsor 5:19 Potential sling interferences 7:25 Other considerationsThis is the Future the ATF WantsHop2023-12-19 | The ATF giveth and the ATF taketh away. Boy do they taketh away.
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0:00 Intro 4:51 Inline battery 500 series 6:22 Transverse battery X series 6:55 Sponsor 7:38 Standard EOTech reticles 9:59 Weird EOTech reticles and models 13:37 ConclusionBendy Bill Geissele vs Marky Mark LaRueHop2023-12-05 | Bill Geissele and Mark LaRue, two souls fiercely entangled. A patriot desires a rifle, and a rifle desires a good handguard and trigger.
Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilTaking the Ruger SFAR to the LimitHop2023-11-27 | The Ruger SFAR is one of the coolest rifles we've seen lately but in its factory configuration it's sort of lacking... luckily it doesn't have to end there. With the addition of a Riflespeed gas block we can get the SFAR to the level of reliability we want, but the downside is it's not cheap any more.
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I think Laserspeed's eBay page has been taken down, so if you want to buy directly from them you have to use AliExpress: aliexpress.us/item/3256804797811428.html
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Today we're taking a look at the AGM StingIR 640, a thermal monocular designed to be helmet mounted, but that can also be used as a thermal clip on, or even a thermal weapon sight in a pinch. Most thermal devices tend to be very specialized, but the StingIR is a jack of almost all thermal trades. Let's see if the tradeoffs are worth the added capability.
Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilAt last, a better YHM suppressor mountHop2023-10-05 | No collars or ratchets, only threads. The Yankee Hill Machine Co SRX system is a much needed, long overdue, replacement for the Phantom QD family of mounts and muzzle devices. In this video we go over the mount, and the currently available muzzle devices.
Support this channel on SubscribeStar: subscribestar.com/hoplopfheilThe Best Pistol Red Dots for Night VisionHop2023-09-23 | Passive aiming is a very useful tool to have on a primary weapon. On a handgun it's perhaps less important, but "pistol" red dots are often used in other applications. In this video, we go over the passive night vision performance of most pistol red dots currently on the market.
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0:00 Intro 1:52 Trijicon RCR, RMR, SRO 5:00 Aimpoint ACRO P2 6:13 Steiner MPS 6:33 Leupold Deltapoint Pro NV 7:55 Holosun 507, 509T, EPS 9:13 EOTech EFLX, Bushnell RXS-250 10:04 SIG Romeo 2, Romeo M17, Romeo X 11:28 A warning about tritium night sights 12:20 ConclusionLow-Tech RangefindingHop2023-09-14 | There are several good ways to figure out how far away your target is, and none of them involve asking nicely. In this video we go over laser rangefinders, and some low-tech, low signature alternatives. WARNING: video may contain scenes of long division.
Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilHop Roasts the ALG Defense El Jefe: A Rifle Designed by ChatGPTHop2023-09-09 | Amy lives
Support this channel on SubscribeStar. If you don't, I'll hear about it: subscribestar.com/hoplopfheilArisakas Upgraded DesignateIR Laser ModuleHop2023-09-04 | The USNV DesignateIR series is a relative newcomer to the civilian IR laser module market, and a welcome one. The early models had some weird jank and durability problems, but the manufacturer has been working with Arisaka to implement some much needed improvements. It may not be better than a DBAL D2 but at least it costs more.
Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilWhat are Red Dot Magnifiers Really For?Hop2023-08-28 | In this video we discuss the pros, cons, and ideal use case of red dot magnifiers. What are they for? What are they good at? What should you watch out for when buying one? I dunno man I'm just a video description you think they tell me anything?
Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilThe Mk12 MOD Hop SPRHop2023-08-22 | People tell me I'm too negative so for a change of pace I'm going to say a bunch of negative things about a rifle I really like. The HOPMOD SPR, a rifle inspired by my desire to combine a stainless steel barrel and a LaRue handguard.
Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilTalking Battle Rifles w/ @BrassFactsHop2023-08-17 | The sweatiest live show since Heatwave '98
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Support this channel on SubscribeStar: subscribestar.com/hoplopfheilUltralight Articulating Bino NVGs: Low Light Innovations LLUL-21Hop2023-08-16 | Simplify, and add lightness. But how light is too light?
Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilLets talk about the new Aero Precision PRO SeriesHop2023-08-10 | The new PRO Series from Aero Precision looks like the start of a higher end part of the Aero catalog. In this video we take a look at the bolt carrier group and new cold hammer forged barrels in the PRO series to see if either of them are worth incorporating into an AR build.
NB: While it may be true that the M4 TDP doesn't specify a CHF barrel, I feel like I shouldn't have to point out that it doesn't specify a 16" mid gas barrel either, so maybe we're not talking about the M4? I dunno, just lobbing that one out there.
Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilTrijicons Secret Shame: The SRSHop2023-08-05 | The Trijicon Sealed Reflex Sight is the biggest, baddest red dot ever made. And when I say "baddest," I of course mean "most bad." It's not surprising it was discontinued, but it is surprising what came afterwards.
Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilPrimary Arms GLX 2x Prism: Optimized for .300 BlackoutHop2023-07-31 | REUPLOAD: This video was nuked during the suppressor freakout. There's more prism content coming soon and this video will be a helpful reference.
PA's GLX series is the Goldilocks segment of the Primary Arms optics lineup. The GLX 2x prism is especially well suited to .300 Blackout and the AK platform because it provides usable holds for tragically unaerodynamic .30 cal rounds.
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Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilNot All Aimpoints are Created EqualHop2023-07-18 | How does the new Duty RDS compare to existing red dots in the Aimpoint lineup? Is it a cheap T2? A small PRO? A round ACRO? Or something else entirely?
In this video we break down the real differences between the most commonly available models of Aimpoint. Once you get past the obvious differences like size, weight, material, and battery type, the next biggest difference is light transmission and night vision performance. Luckily Aimpoint's European website gives us some clues to figure out which is the best one.
Corrections: 3:16 The ACO is not advertised as having night vision settings, but I have compared one to a PRO and the settings and glass clarity seem identical to my eye.The Scope Switch RoastHop2023-07-16 | In which I get drunk and make fun of BrassFacts for breaking his Scope Switch.
If you want a serious, in-depth review of the Antimatter Scope Switch, @BrassFacts has you covered: youtu.be/p2YZ5NGY5TY
Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilConverting an AR9 to Roller-Delayed BlowbackHop2023-07-10 | In this video, Hop tests the new Maxim Defense radial-delayed buffer system for the AR9 platform. This drop in buffer upgrade converts a straight-blowback AR into a pseudo roller delayed system, which reduces the reciprocating mass and theoretically improves performance with a suppressor.
Sponsor, affiliate, and social media links: https://linktr.ee/hoplopfheilAero Precision M5 SAPR BuildHop2023-07-05 | After messing with a series of lightweight proprietary .308 battle rifles, it's time for a new project. This is the start of what Nutnfancy would call a "SAPR" build, based on the Aero Precision M5 platform. Next time in this series we'll group several types of precision .308 load, take it out to extended ranges, and follow up on reliability and how the accessories change.
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BUSFROMSPEEEEEDHolosun EPS (full size) vs 509THop2023-06-28 | The Holosun EPS full size is arguably the best pistol red dot in Holosun's catalog, if you've got a slide that's actually cut for it. Like the EPS Carry, the EPS full size direct mounts to the Holosun K optics cut, despite being much larger. There are vanishingly few full size handguns that are factory cut with the Holosun K cut, at least so far.
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#carryhandlegangCustomizing the Ruger SFARHop2023-06-15 | The Ruger SFAR is an intriguing rifle held back by a few questionable parts choices. Luckily it shares a lot of aftermarket parts with the AR15 platform, and that gives us some interesting options. In this video we go over what parts can be replaced or upgraded on the Ruger SFAR, and what parts should be left alone.
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Support this channel on SubscribeStar or I will continue to be silly: subscribestar.com/hoplopfheilA Budget Light & IR Laser Combo for under $1000Hop2023-05-29 | A combination of a white light, IR laser module, and pressure switch that gives the same capabilities and ergonomics as my preferred setup at about half the price.
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Amazon Affiliate links to the stuff in this video: amzn.to/3oCGcrS - LaRue Index Clips, get them before Mark discontinues them out of spite amzn.to/43urn9I - Holosun LS321G amzn.to/43avTdF - Streamlight TLR-1 HL Long Gun Kit (dual switch) amzn.to/45yNWMe - Streamlight ProTac 2.0 rail mount amzn.to/3C14a35 - Surefire SR07-D-IT dual switchSouth Koreas IR Laser Module: The HLAD-3GHop2023-05-20 | The HLAD-3G is a civilian legal version of South Korea's domestically produced IR laser aiming module; the MLAD. You can actually buy these as a civilian in the US, but they cost a lot and their on-paper specs are no better than a Holosun unit.
I can't believe I forgot to make a joke about how the company's name is literally "Dong-In Optical."
Amazon affiliate links to stuff in this video: amzn.to/3IqEMaF - Holosun LS321G, the laser you buy as a protest against the current state of the market amzn.to/3BMX5CY - SiOnyx Aurora, for recording your own late-afternoon activities in extremely low resolutionWhy did I buy a Yankee Hill R9?Hop2023-05-13 | I finally got my YHM R9, but after waiting for my stamp to clear (plus a little extra because the ATF lost my paperwork) I don't really need it any more. Has this ever happened to YOU?!
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