Let’s face it, there are more than enough articles detailing rifle setup or reviews of home defense carbines With the ever-growing list of friends, family, and acquaintances that have little to no shooting experience, they tend to ask the same typical questions: “What’s the best rifle I can buy?” “Can’t I just go cheap?” “I […]
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Suppressing the AR-15: The Good and Bad
I pulled the trigger on my MK18 with a surefire suppressor mounted and looked back at Jason, an active duty military police officer, “That’s actually still kind of loud” he exclaimed while replacing his Peltor headset onto his ears. And it was. An AR-15 chambered in 5.56 is never particularly quiet due to a variety of factors. However, if you are […]
Watch: Practicing reloads using the MK18 CQBR
I’m an advocate of training in your gear and training more than just shot placement and distance. Gear adds a unique challenge to shooting. Shooting a tight Failure-to-Stop drill slick at 25m in under 2 seconds can be simple. However, add a helmet and plates and you’ll find that getting a solid cheek weld and […]
Create a Stable Shooting Platform with the UTG Recon Flex Bipod
The UTG Recon Flex Bipod mounts to the sides of a rifle forend with the included M-Lok screws. A solid bipod, the Flex is well made and reasonably priced, Firearms Instructors, and anyone who uses a firearm for recreation or as part of their duties recognize the value of having a stable platform when firing […]
Watch: Daniel Defense MK18 with Surefire SOCOM Suppressor
Watch as Loadout Room writer, Mike Jones, runs his Daniel Defense Mk18 with Surfire SOCOM Suppressor. For a more detailed look at the Daniel Defense Mk18, check out his detailed review HERE.
Watch: MK18 Mod 1 short barreled rifle setup
There are multiple ways to set up a short-barreled rifle. What comes into play is the amount of rail space you have and prioritizing that based on mission requirements. In the following video I take some time to describe why I have my rifle setup the way I do after having used the MK18 Mod […]
SOFREP TV Training Cell Episode 10: High Country Sniper
For centuries the horse has been the proven mobility asset for warriors of all kind. Even today they have proved themselves as an asset for our Special Operations Forces in various theaters of operation. Training Cell spends a few days in the rocky and rugged terrain riding and shooting long range. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ThCMcIQu-c&feature=youtu.be Follow SOFREP TV […]
Loadout Room photo of the day | SOFREP TV Training Cell in Idaho
A modern war machine, the Christini AWD Dirtbike has the flexibility of maneuver that operators need in hostile terrain. SOFREP TV’s Training Cell embarks on a 2 day course with the experts at Tactical Mobility Training. About SOFREP TV SOFREP TV is a subscription-based network run and operated by Special Operations veterans. The platform features multiple channels dedicated […]
Bergspitze Customs suppressor cover
You may have seen photos of them in different combat environments. Multicam cloth wrapped around a suppressor. In most cases these are suppressor covers. There is a lot of confusion when it comes to suppressor covers and their intended purposes. A suppressor cover is a heat-resistant material that covers the suppressor, often it is made […]
Daniel Defense Unveils New Cerakote Deep Woods Rifle Finish
Courtesy of Tactical Life Daniel Defense has unveiled a brand new Cerakote rifle finish called Deep Woods. RELATED STORY: 7 Torture-Tested Daniel Defense ARs Featuring a green earth-tone color created specifically for Daniel Defense, the Cerakote Deep Woods finish is touted as being more durable than previous Cerakote finishes. The company also says it offers greater […]