New US Army Sub-Compact Weapon from B&T with James Reeves!
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James Reeves from TFBtv joins us to take a look at the new B&T SCW (sub compact weapon) that was adopted by the US Army as their new sub-machine gun. These will be available on the US civilian market as the APC9k as a semi-automatic pistol.
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"gravity collapses the stock..."
ATF: **bans gravity**
Knife laws are weird now with modern designs. Manuals can be deployed just as fast or faster than some auto knives. They are dumb too, I live where ANY auto knife and double sided blade is illegal to carry, but legal to own(makes zero sense, I know)
@@rico76 yeah, used to have the same problem where I live. Couldn't have a spring-assisted action, blade in excess of 6 inches in length with no longer than 3 inches of non-serrated cutting edge. Bought one of those cheap S&W knives at a gun show and filed down the serations. Opened it up and tossed out the spring. A little ballistal and it's better than ever. I don't like to carry expensive knives because if I ever have to use it, I know the cops are gonna take it and never give it back. Happened to a friend who *didn't stab* but held a would-be mugger at knife point till the cops arrived. Don't know which one but it was a $300 cold steel folder.
Thank god! Finally!
*floats away to international waters to shoot full auto SBRs and anti tank guns*
*realizes gravity ban doesn’t apply in international waters, falls into ocean and dies*
@@mechadonia dude, honestly though. I wish there were an island in the world we could all hang out, shoot cool guns, drink and fight. I know it seems "Chad" but that shits just fun.
And there's a tax stamp on gravity lol
"Does it take Glock magazines?"
"Why yes Tim, yes it does."
Pure Poetry
@SwagetLeFaget Lots of SpecOps units do. General military doesn't.
Theve gone full hk
You didn't test the 90s-holding-it-sideways-with-one-hand-gangsta style, so I'm not sure it has been thoroughly field tested.
@Julian Cate "Oh No! KILLSHOT! He's holding it for a killshot! "
The design looks like a mix of an ar15 lower and Mp7 Upper.
Yeah you're right
Looks like and R-99 from Apex
i was thinking the same thing, almost like an even smaller MPX with the design sorta flipped.
if anything it looks like the scorpion micro evo
Ever heard of the AR57?
I had two thoughts when using this gun.
1.) The Secret Service would likely find it useful.
2.) It looks like it would be useful in maintaining a well-regulated militia.
Just saying....
Yes Russell Panter, I fully agree!
Yeas. Just don't forget your tax stamp 😒
Justly well said!
@sneakypete187 "Land of the Fee, home of the Debt Slave"
Don’t forget Ronald Reagan was Antiguan
Well does it take....... Oh. Carry on then.
I kill human underground and keep them alive begging for a well people to help. It been 9 year in TX. Resent ly. Keep 50 people die around me. Are is that a plan B wifey.. confusion of live plan. My be it my first child. It could have been 60 of them in one individual pot. ??] Huh.?] Weird human game. Long time.
Boucha Khamphanh you kill people in Texas?
@@bouchakhamphanh4406 What the actual fuck?
@@bouchakhamphanh4406 How are your ANC buddies there in Johannesburg? LOL Gotta say I enjoyed that bizarre read.
Right.. and if things go well then that just mean good luck. 22¡
As always the Army gets all the new toys. Meanwhile Marines be like "What do you mean the M9 is outdated?"
Enjoy your HK 416 and the suppressor...
When they say Army they really mean special forces, so dont get it twisted.
The Army’s infantry still fields shit from the 80s.
1911*
Coyote Recon facts
Guys...... It takes Glock mags... It is full auto...... WHERE IS MY 100 ROUND DRUM MAG AT!!!!!!!!!!!
100 rounds mag violates various gun laws, and its there for a good reason, plus 100 rounds would make the drum mag a money eater and full auto...................... well you will have a terrible day trust me, plus a drum mag with 100 rounds would be quite heavy and put quite a bit of wear and tear on the loading slot, plus Glock mags are a plenty and plenty of know how on the manufacturer's part
@ṽᴧ volts Sorry I couldn't tell if it was a joke or not, and my logic/smart ass side decided to kick in
@@Tucher97 100 rd drum mags are legal in most of the states in the US... Not sure if a joke or what...
@@Wolfwood428 Wait I believe by going off old memory, some gun accessories are legal but shouldn't however they are not exactly easy to get like one factory would produce the accessory but its a case of few and short supply but pricey, now you could make an extended mag but depending on the caliber and the gun the results may vary, but I can tell you that if you go to certain parts of africa you can own any gun even without a license as there is no real government to enforce any law
@@Tucher97 sooo.... Not illegal here in the US.. Which is what most people would be talking about
I carried an M3 grease gun in Desert Storm. I served in the 3rd ARMORED DIVISION out of German. Fun gun and simple to operate.
very cool weapons
In 2002 my guard unit had m48 tanks and M3's for the crewmen. It looked liked the set of the Patton movie
Fully ambidextrous, Glock mag compatible. Plenty of rail space for lights, sights and grips. Fires reliably when the stock is collapsed. What's not to like? Mebbe Franklin Armory will make a binary trigger for the civilian version.
Better yet, get a Geissele drop in.
Steve Cochran it won't be cheap
Steve Cochran Well designed. Smooth running. Cheap. Pick up to two.
Next gun an mp5 or apc9k? I wish I had money for both 💲💰💳
I think they already make one.
80's hip mag dump was the highlight of the video. Thanks for sharing.
I was looking for a new truck and I asked the salesman "does this take Glock mags?"
"What?"
I scoffed and walked away!
Same thing I asked with my new refrigerator at Sears...
I wouldn't have bought it either! That's piss poor planning right there! Lol!
"If you want, I'll run the numbers on how much 9mm ammo can fit in the trunk."
LMAO
They are actually called "Glockazines". That's the technical jargon. That will confuse any truck salesman.
12:42 I Never have a problem getting my 450 Bushmaster to stand up. You should probably consult your urologist
Should have been done in the summer because it's weird without the trademark Reeves muscle shirt and silkie shorts. Not just on Reeves either...
When will Palmetto State Armory have a $750 version out?
God bless them. Trying to figure out whether to get the akv9 or the fx9. Poor guys gotta have a gun too!
@@varun009 i love the fx-9 can't go wrong with it
@@rustyshackleford9604 I've heard the same. MAC just did a follow up reliability test. I'll wait a couple of production cycles for everything to work itself out. I think in the mean time I'm just going to get the fx9.
@@varun009 good choice it makes an awesome truck gun
@@rustyshackleford9604 rather have an ar chambered for a higher power cartridge. Downsides of living in the open country depending on how you look at it.
Looks AWESOME. Another great MAC video. More TFB+MAC collabs in the future!
Near MP5 control, in a much smaller package, NICE!
Now we just need to get the 1986 ban on newly manufactured M.G's sold to the public overturned and I'll be interested!
Not a fan of Trump and his interpretation of taking care of his 2A, but this is a promise that needs to be kept, abolish the NFA!
i thought trump was gonna do it for you?
@@Manhattan_project.420 Every President has a long agenda of stuff he wants to change. However in regards to firearms, not many President's have done anything to firearms regulations since the "wonderful" President Ronald Retard and his 86' ban.
Hell, I'd be happy if they just let me put a VFG's on my pistols.
up iyupfxckis like I always say it's only against the rules if you get caught. Lmao! 😁😉😉
That non-reciprocating double charging handle made me salivate.
It should be illegal.....
*NOT* to suppress this sweet sweet banger.
Its probably law and military use only
id love to hear your reasoning behind that comment/belief...
@@garygilbert4996 Are you talking to me, Gary? If so, did you read my whole comment?
@@AOMartialArts i i now ;) an your right.. should be illegal :)
@@garygilbert4996 I knew you'd see it my way!
I'm in love!!!! What an incredibly well engineered compact design!!!
Came for Tim wearing short shorts, left disappointed.
Well the comments are going to end up like TFBtv now. Full of innuendos and sexy shorts jokes.
Ew?
Dean Garland Thumbs comment section has ruined all others!
James had me at the 30 round fun stick hanging out of his belt line.
@@shanek6582 yeah, see theres no plaid here and no skinny thot hero worship; that's where I draw the line in the sand.
You two are a funny team, great video
Rusty Shackleford, is that you?
“You can’t even put a red dot on this thing”
😂😂 this was my favorite part besides him looking at the gun all horrified
Just wanted to thank you for your professionalism. So many gun channels on yt have dangerous yahoos on the screen but you have a thoroughness and obvious respect for guns which I appreciate very much.
I was the tank crewman who was issued the Grease-Gun during my 19E (M60A3) Training... powerful, but was like trying to hold onto some cash after getting paid..! not so easy!
My pop had one in Vietnam, said they were finicky on ammo, your experience?
@@TheDoorspook11c Well... if you mean the weight and size of the large 45 Cal. cartridge..? making the magazine itself kinda heavy... and 45 cans and crates are not easy to carry around... maybe for side-arm amounts... but they definitely can lay down a thick spray... but trying to focus and/or concentrate your fire on a small position or target more then a stone throw away was practically impossible... for myself anyway!!
...and if finicky ...as in jamming and/or stoppage... well you can look at the weapon not even firing it and make that call!
I genuinely thank you for your service. I hope you're still ready to take on the Commie bastards. We'll need the leadership.
@ISENTRY Thank you for your service, Sir.
Great firearm, great video! You guys need to do more of this together!
My 2 favorite reviewers together in one video. Doesn’t get any better than this .
1 of the funniest collaborations on this channel, I love it.
Amazing craftsmanship, accuracy, reliability, just a really well though out smg. B&T is amazing.
Looks like a mini CZ Bren 😂😂
Tru
If only my Scorpion took glock mags
10:35. Well done. Weapon made safe. A good example to follow. Both of you guys are superb in your presentation. Thanks.
I need one so bad! the fact that it takes my P320 mags is just an added bonus. I absolutely love this thing!
I always thought James was a tall person. Maybe Mac descends from the Ents.
Tim is 6'4" and Hickock is 6'8". James? I'm not sure about.
@@maskito42563 inches is barely anything in difference. Take a ruler and measure out 3 inches, lmao a person could gain 3 inches just by combing hair in a certain way.
You probably thought Sly Stallone was tall haha
the tight shorts make his legs look tall
2019 chicago typewriter, would love to have one but only if we can delete the hughes amendment
and ya, delete the nfa
@Optic64654 Don't get caught. The police, and the government, only catch the slow ones and dumb ones. The exception is when the feds, or police (depending on their budget) concentrate efforts to after you. Then, if they can't find something on you they will make something on you; so stay off their radar.
I put a repeal the nfa petition on change.org 👍
Dont forget the GCA of 1968
laladoodieincarnate start with the nfa or whatever something has to happen
@@TylerB-my1kr removing the NFA is an excellent start the GCA is the Gun Control Act, interesting enough is that the Firearm Owners Protection Act also had the Hues amendment in it which banned ALL post 1986 full auto and auto sears for individual ownership, it was slipping a micky in the drink. If you find a "pro gun bill" you must analyze it closely make sure they didn't sneak any text in there which is slipping a micky.
That laugh after the first mag says it all! The reason we all shoot 😀
Repeal the NFA and the Hughes amendment!
If the NFA is gone, the Hughes amendment is irrelevant.
@@VMEMotor5 no, the Hughes Amendment says we can't have any machine guns made after 1986. So if you didn't have to register a machine gun you still couldn't build or have a NEW machine gun UNTIL the Hughes Amendment was repealed.
@@KM_1983 As much BS as the NFA is, I would be ok with no Hughes amendment as a base line and go from there. $200, while frustrating, is a small price to pay. End goal should always be no more NFA as its ineffective.
Law enforcement should be restricted to the civilian market when it comes to guns, then maybe we can start repealing the NFA.
Funk Trooper ABSOLUTELY! The LE community has become the standing Army our Founders were worried about!
why tho?
The police would see everyone disarmed and helpless, because they're all cowards and tyrants. They don't give a shit if your family is raped and murdered, they just want to have absolute power over you.
@@slappy8941 uhh yeah no. Sure, corruption is an issue all over the world but literally every cop ive came in contact with was in it for the betterment of their community. All of them total 2A supporters and good Americans. They dont want to disarm anyone and they would very much like to bring justice to whoever raped and murdered your family.
@@spearhunked1369 how do you know they weren't lying to you to get you to slip up and tell them about a gun crime? Trusting cops is for the gullible, its the police that will come and take your guns, there are plenty of videos on youtube showing this happen.
Here’s a brand new Military SMG
Tim: here’s a mega rare random af gun-yah my collection is extensive and awesome!!
MIAthe305 Tim doesn’t own this weapon
12:41 That's ok Tim, there is a pill for that :)
haha just kidding, great content, this channel deserves more patreon support.
Great to see two of my favorite CZcams gun guys working together
You guys compliment each other perfectly. Great review & very professional.👍
Well done B&T you guys are killing it.👌
Killing my wallet*
@@brent89 not wrong 😔
Oh the killing...
@Bill Bo Haggins subjective..
@Groove Crusader yeah, cause b&t is to 100% swiss, sig not anymore as in the past (german).
Just got my ghm9 compact. Only 300rds into one range session but I'm highly impressed. Thank you for all of the ghm9 videos!
Tims chuckle after emptying a mag is a very good sign LOL
Knocking on the door of a million. If only youtube didn’t throttle gun channels you would’ve been there years ago.
Soylent Green? Are you people?
f5tornadeau 🤫
I feel like I'm watching history, this may basically be the new MP5.
*sheds tear of joy*
Brad Tidball HK UMP is the new MP5 Bud... this is just another small smg. Nothing groundbreaking
@@curtg5654 I don't know about that. I've heard a lot of complaints about the UMPs. I guess time will tell
@@bradtidball5206 UMPs are ass compared to the almighty mp5.
Nice vid, I liked the fun and banter!
Looks like a mix out of some h&k guns . Mp5 ,ump and a Mini g36
How have I managed to live this long without one of those? I'm not sure how much longer I can live without it.
Hope you're still alive Scott
This gun looks amazing! Well designed, cool looking, easy to use and cost effective. Looking forward to .45 version.
3:19 a new famous gun sound has been born...
I love the fact that the trigger is also ambidextrous.
It's funny how James doesn't like old stuff. Cool to see two of my favorite gun reviewers on one channel.
He likes the MP5, and that's over 50 years old.
@@skepticalbadger That's a really good point.
James, reviewing a PPSH-41> “Why is the gun so ugly and heavy?”
Comrade Tmoshenko, rising from the mass graves of Stalingrad> “сука Ыуат, if u think gon is too of heaviness, you are just of sniveling little capitalist baby man”
as always AWESOME VIDEO....ohhhh NFA, why oh why...thank you for the upload,...very eye candy SMG...
These guys probably have one of the coolest jobs on the planet. Yeah Im sure it comes with its cons and it wont make you millions, but you get to play with beautiful pieces of machining and engineering and get paid for it, at the same time feeding knowledge to a great community. Im positive they love what they do. Its a great time to be alive!
The intro music always gets me pumped for whatever he is going to say.
It's nice to hear them speak freely. Without worrying about big brother taking their money away.
Man I feel lucky, caught a MAC video as soon as it got uploaded
Always, ALWAYS impressed with your videos and information provided therein. Anyone not active duty and sans opportunities to actually go through a Foreign Weapons Indoc or similar course I HIGHLY recommend your vids and channel.
Good on you brother, and remember RLTW!
Awesome weapon system, I'm glad the military is adopting it.
Man! I love the collaboration! Great review. This is definitely one of those unicorn guns, for sure.
8:18 Gun jesus wants to know your location
"Hey guys, welcome back to another episode of Forgotten Weapons. Today we're looking a Japanese Suomi SMG.."
You are both my favorite channels. More collaboration videos please.
THIS HAS to be my FAV PCC. Have to admit the ‘STREE-bog” has a GREAT $ point though. Need to REALLY look ‘closer’ at BOTH. Thanks AGAIN Tim, awesome vid...
Full auto only for Law enforcement and military? That's some bullcrap
Plantman Whoreticulture nigga what
Plantman Whoreticulture Even though they are allowed them most ‘professional’ police departments are moving to ‘semi-auto’ only polices as full auto is very hard to justify in court and very difficult when it comes to collateral damage
Well the army is paying 7100 dollars per gun
Plantman Whoreticulture I think that a cop needs one in full auto, it’s a bad day. I also think that if a cop is going into harms way, I think he/she should have the best equipment available. I know that’s sound logic and it might frighten you. It’s okay, we’re all gonna make it. 😉
@@chinesesparrows They're paying for all the parts and armorer training that go along with the gun, that's not what they are paying for the gun by itself.
As a master armorer and weapon designer for 37 years (and disabled veteran with 18 years US Army service), I'm overjoyed that B&T SCW won the contract, and that the US once again has an SMG. as an armorer, I had fired and worked on the M3A1 Grease Gun for 15 years (my service ended 2002). while a suppress M3A1 is very hard to beat (only bolt noise), it's a very heavy weapon with very basic sights, and it has rather large stampings so it's not compact, and typically in the way when you are working. Our two M88's at the time had brackets welded to the hull to carry them so it was the only comfortable time you had with them. was it reliable? very, but it was dated and we were overdue for a replacement. for our crews in the tracks and armored vehicles, this will be a much-needed upgrade because of the size of the B&T SMG. with the stock collapsed, you can stick it out a hatch and fire simple using the viewports to correct your aim while you stay safe. the M4 series is fine for a personal weapon for some crew but an SMG is pretty much purpose-built for most tracked and armored vehicle crews. the B&T SMG is a great design which I have followed for years and it's NEARLY perfect. I would love to test, abuse and review the APC9K. I hope they make a couple changes to the B&T SMG (maybe enhancements is a better term) before they are used in combat. otherwise, it's the best SMG the US has ever had, which is a big statement because I love the Thompson SMG (you can write your name with it) but the B&T SMG can fit in a drop down holster to finally keep your hand free. way to go B&T!
Please keep collaborating! You guys do great as duo, opposite likings, and friendly attitude! 😆
Thanks guys - good review
Considering the near-universal role that automatic weapons have in the modern infantry unit, and the Heller v DC decision saying that the Second Amendment is for the general ownership of weapons like those used by an infantry unit, does that not mean that the Supreme Court has already laid the groundwork for the repeal of the NFA? It seems to be the logical conclusion that the type of arms employed by the general Infantry in every modern armed force around the globe are specifically what the Second Amendment protects. In the modern era, that weapon is the automatic firearm. Aside from sidearms, nearly every firearm the Infantry of the globe employ are at least capable of automatic fire and rapid reloading.
Fully automatic capability has become ubiquitous and standard, and is therefore protected by the Second Amendment by all metrics ever laid down by the Supreme Court.
Imagine the screeching when we declare that, yes, the Second Amendment does in fact protect our right to own machine guns of all types.
Imagine the screeching when we demand to own newly developed electromagnetic rifles capable of firing projectiles at hypersonic velocities. That's only a matter of a few decades away at this point.
Isn't a written declaration of principles fun?
BlackWolf18C they laid that ground work in US v Miller in 1939. The problem is it hasn’t been challenged for that specific point yet and given how common the M4 and shorter rifles are in service the SBR restrictions can be challenged too.
@@comderbob SBR's wouldn't be challenged. Barrel length and overall length doesn't matter when its a machine gun.
The problem is coward conservatives who aren't trying to convert the leftist freaks to our side. Because until we can get 2/3 of the Senate and a Republican president, only the states will continue to support the Constitution. Example being my states SB 367.
No you got it wrong, Heller doesn't allow you to have automatic weapons, even in theory.
It only provides for civilian ownership of fully semi-automatic firearms. Also, it still fully supports the ban on shoulder things that go up.
US Republic appretiated the 2A. The US Empire impliments the NFA.
Speaking of the 80's if the A-Team had these imagine how many bad guys they could miss using these😀
And make late 70’s sedans jump in the air and land on their side by just being fired at by Eastern European automatic assault rifles. Oh the the trunk always opens also but I know that is done for safety reasons regarding the extra weight that was added to keep the car from nosing over while in mid jump.
@@mrbig4532 whose a better shot? A-Team villains or the guys from Cobra?
Elthenar That’s a extremely difficult question to answer for any reasons, I will need to educate myself better on the shooting characteristics of the generic bad guy from cobra. Just so we are one the same page you are referring to cobra starting Stallone.
@@mrbig4532 No lol. I am referring to Cobra from GI Joe.
Elthenar ok well that is even a harder question to answer but I’ll try , after doing hours of thorough research I came to the conclusion that the A -Team villains were the better shot.
very cool design, compact and effective SMG! love it
When I was in the army in 85 at Stork barracks in Germany the tank units had grease guns and they were super cool.
I was in a infantry unit next-door I never got the shoot them. But it’s always amazing were using something that all but then again I did carry 1911 at the time as a machine gunner.
If the government can have it, so should we! Repeal the NFA! ✊
It’s great for law enforcement. A small light weight compact SMG works perfect for mowing down small children while serving no knock drug raids on the wrong house.
bones343 and don’t forget this bad boy can drop your dog faster than rat poison
@@bones343 Great for mowing down punk ass pigs who hurt and intimidate innocent people and get their rocks off doing it! Fuck the police! ✊
@@joshglover2370 You're the shit of this world.
Josh Glover must suck to be fucking dumb huh :/
I've been eyeing this beauty for a while!
Damn right repeal the NFA!
The neutered version still has its merits and is better than a pistol alone. No problem registering it so I can put a K grip up front and maybe upgrade to select fire if it wins me over down the road. A weapon light is a must, not sure which to try with it yet, though.
Dang it, how did I miss this?!! Dang it, why did I have to see this?!! That setup is perfect. Reminds me of Miami Vice since we're talking 80's baby!!
Great information!
Liked the bit with Suomi m31 but to be fare it should have been with drum magasine and original lenght barrel.
Excellent review. I look forward to the civilian version to come out.
I wish we didn't have to. The constitution doesn't say we can't own military grade. In fact it implies we should.
Most excellent review!
Hay, it's (Ace). I love the channel. This weapon was designed to carry so quietly and unnoticed. With a simple jacket on. Love the channel.
I must own this, but I'm saving for a new house. Guess it will just have to wait, the house.
A fantastic replacement for the MP5K
I love that you showed how to field strip it, an element often overlooked during weapon demo's. BZ (tac speak for well done) ; )
My two favorite gun reviewers teaming up for a just all round fun video. Right on!
Either James is a midget or Tim is a giant. Sweet gun
The second one. You should see him next to iraqvet lol.
Tim is a GIANT..........
Tim is a big dude. We are cornfed here in Indiana.
@@draxxsklounst6595 You should see the old videos and pics of Tim standing next to Hikock45. That guy makes him look average size.
"Do you know why they call me Giantsbane?"
This is the ISO from modern warfare
The parents of this little boy are the MP7 and AR15. as a german guy and MP7 lover, I love this little boy
In Vietnam they had the K-rifle(Swedish K) and S&Ws K-rifle knockoff the M76.
I think this is a sweet SMG and by all accounts, B&Ts build quality and engineering surpass even H&Ks. So great from the perspective of “another tool in the tool box” and a superb one at that but...
1. Despite all of the publicity and fanfare, this SMG contract is so small it is almost nonexistent, less than a blip on the scope of one branch’s small arms procurement. A few thousand copies for military PSD teams, themselves of often questioned utility.
2. SEALs, SF, and Force have all had various iterations of MP5s in their arsenals for decades. Sure most units over the past 20 years have primarily switched to M4/Mk18 for most uses but the guns should still be there. I worked with Army PSD teams in Afghanistan who also carried MP5s. The SMG was not a completely abandoned concept, just that it’s utility was limited to a few niche purposes. The B&T SMG will see far more limited issuance than the MP5 and there will still be more MP5s DOD wide than the B&T SMG after this procurement vehicle is fully executed.
3. While it’s still nice to see DoD procuring top-quality guns, it’s troubling from the perspective of a tax payer that the Army decided to run new trials and issue purchase orders for a brand new SMG for small, non-special-operations and very non-critical units while the existing inventory of MP5s is left sitting in depot level armories completely forgotten and collecting rust.
Is this SMG better than an MP5? Probably, at least from everything I’ve seen so far. Are the units that will be using it at a level of proficiency or subject to a mission profile that warrants having the avant guard of SMG design? Operationally, would they know the difference? No, I don’t think they will so why buy a new SMG for this limited, non-critical purpose instead of dusting off existing MP5s.
4. This SMG is designed for a very limited purpose, even more so than a Mk18 is utilized PDW/CQB/VBSS so this it can’t really be compared to something in that category. The Mk18 still packs a pretty good punch at CQB ranges while giving effects on an area target (buying time to disengage) past 200m. The benefit to this or an MP5k/PDW is that they can be easily concealed under a 5.11 vest with the short mags. For those that have never done it, it’s not that people don’t know you’re armed, but for political purposes (especially in front of the media) you can not be overtly armed. The downside is that full auto, even out of a controllable SMG, is not conducive to minimizing collateral damage in an environment almost certainly occupied by a large number of civilian non-combatants.
Long story short, phenomenal SMG but I really can’t find a good reason for why the Army bought it.
I would love to have the reason
the army requested the barrel is less than 5.5" and has stock that doesn't fold sideways
Sweet MAC & Reeves!
That seems to be an amazing PDW. Now I really need to win the lottery so I could afford one.
xD
Its always a joy to see what is clearly a well designed bit of kit, the only flaw is the stock not being lockable at its first two positions....
Two great information gun channels together.
I want to see this gun with a Glock drum mag with 50 or 100 round fired in full auto🤤
Goodluck getting one lmao
Does glock make drums?
@@Dies1r4e Wut?
This will probably end up on a generals PSD team and never be used
Thats exactly what the contract is for.... VIP security teams. Army’s only buying like 100...with option for few hundred more
That was my first thought. These will never get into the hands of the guys who could actually benefit from them. Tankers, aircrew etc.
@@ryanpeck3377 have you ever worked on a general PSD team I have, we had MP5s and other cool guns. But the general didnt want us to look cool so we were all given M4s and more than just 1 general.
@@monroetoolman they will just collect dust like most other cool weapons the Army Has
Yup. Contractors will scoop these up for sure. Small and light enough to always wear especially with a 19 or 22rd mag in it.
I'll be picking up a couple neutered versions for evaluation soon for my 2dr Wrangler as my concealment placement for rapid deployment options are somewhat limited...anywho, sweet outlook on this little guy.
The Suomi pun was the best part. Lol.
Outstanding!!! I love that it is ambidextrous!!
They should put mag in grip like pistol so you will have long barrel
James Reeves: your favourite short-shorts wearing internet meme lord and host of his own YT gun channel
Tim should make a spin off channel of just making James shoot old guns. The pained look on his face when he had the Suomi was hilarious.
Cold warrior here. I fired the M3 grease gun a few times as a cadet as part of my M60A1 training. Cool looking, fun to shoot .45 ammo, but not accurate. It was however, really good at spitting a bunch of lead downrange for short range suppressive fire. Would have loved to have this modernized version in my OH-58 in the Air Cav.