2012年03月22日
Ruger SR-556
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American Fork, UT S.W.A.T. transitions to Ruger’s new SR-556 rifle!
The S.W.A.T. environment is a 360-degree world, and the fast-handling Ruger SR-556 was up to the challenge of being deployed from all angles and distances.
While it is certainly true that smaller departments do not face all of the problems a big agency experiences, the idea that “all cops are the same” and “policing is the same everywhere” strikes me mostly as political rhetoric. Parts of the day-to-day job may be similar, but working as a police officer in a 15-man department is not the “same” as a 35,000 man department. Each faces their own set of challenges, some similar, many completely different.
One of the challenges faced by many smaller police departments, is dealing with big-city crime with small-city assets. Two of the areas where this has very significant impact are training and tactical deployments. Large departments often have training divisions as contrasted to a smaller agency that likely does not even have training officers. That is something an officer does in conjunction with the rest of their duties. The same is true for S.W.A.T. teams. Watching the various television shows you would think everyone has a dedicated S.W.A.T. team with vans, ‘copters and tanks. That is simply not true. Most do their job and train for it when they are not “on duty.”
The Ruger is well equipped from the factory. Simply add a sling and optic of your choice and you are ready for the next callout.
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2012年03月22日
Iron Ridge Arms IRA-X THOR 7.62mm
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High-speed, low-drag AR-10-style rifle with repeatable sub-MOA precision!
Iron Ridge’s IRA-X family of rifles focuses on getting the important stuff right. The result is a truly exceptional and customizable AR-10-style rifle with all the attention to detail to make it a precision powerhouse. To get the most out of the IRA-X Thor, a Nightforce NXS 5.5-22×56mm scope was mounted.
When it comes to succeeding in a tactical environment, most experts will agree that it ultimately comes down to a matter of doing the basics better. “High-speed, low-drag” doesn’t mean complicated or advanced; it means the ability to perform critical tasks flawlessly under any circumstances—in short, getting the important stuff right. While that wisdom is certainly valid when it comes to tactical skills, it is equally applicable to equipment manufacture. And getting the important stuff right is what Iron Ridge Arms’ IRA-X AR-10-style rifles are all about.
Iron Ridge Arms is a manufacturer and custom shop that specializes in Class II and Class III firearms. Nestled discreetly in an industrial park in Longmont, Colorado, it is owned and operated by veteran gunsmith, machinist and designer Oliver Mazurkiewicz. Through his many years of experience customizing and modifying all brands of tactical rifles and carbines, Mazurkiewicz developed a keen understanding of the critical qualities necessary in that breed. And while many manufacturers do an excellent job of providing these qualities, as a custom gunsmith, Mazurkiewicz always saw room for improvement. He believed that if that extra attention to detail were incorporated into the fundamental construction of the rifle, its “basics” would literally be as good as they could get.
Starting with the right foundation—the IRA-X has meticulously machined upper and lower receivers that are fitted perfectly to withstand the harshest conditions.
The core of the IRA-X is its meticulously machined upper and lower receiver. Designed and engineered to meet Mazurkiewicz’s exacting specifications, these parts are CNC-machined from solid billets of 7075-T6 aluminum in the Iron Ridge shop. Although they are designed to accept components purchased from DPMS, which Mazurkiewicz has carefully selected as “the standard” of quality and consistency for drop-in parts, they are not your run-of-the-mill receivers.
The IRA-X Thor tested for this article featured a custom-machined Rock Creek barrel fitted with a SureFire FH762K03 flash suppressor.
By Michael Janich. Images by Steve Woods
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High-speed, low-drag AR-10-style rifle with repeatable sub-MOA precision!
Iron Ridge’s IRA-X family of rifles focuses on getting the important stuff right. The result is a truly exceptional and customizable AR-10-style rifle with all the attention to detail to make it a precision powerhouse. To get the most out of the IRA-X Thor, a Nightforce NXS 5.5-22×56mm scope was mounted.
When it comes to succeeding in a tactical environment, most experts will agree that it ultimately comes down to a matter of doing the basics better. “High-speed, low-drag” doesn’t mean complicated or advanced; it means the ability to perform critical tasks flawlessly under any circumstances—in short, getting the important stuff right. While that wisdom is certainly valid when it comes to tactical skills, it is equally applicable to equipment manufacture. And getting the important stuff right is what Iron Ridge Arms’ IRA-X AR-10-style rifles are all about.
Iron Ridge Arms is a manufacturer and custom shop that specializes in Class II and Class III firearms. Nestled discreetly in an industrial park in Longmont, Colorado, it is owned and operated by veteran gunsmith, machinist and designer Oliver Mazurkiewicz. Through his many years of experience customizing and modifying all brands of tactical rifles and carbines, Mazurkiewicz developed a keen understanding of the critical qualities necessary in that breed. And while many manufacturers do an excellent job of providing these qualities, as a custom gunsmith, Mazurkiewicz always saw room for improvement. He believed that if that extra attention to detail were incorporated into the fundamental construction of the rifle, its “basics” would literally be as good as they could get.
Starting with the right foundation—the IRA-X has meticulously machined upper and lower receivers that are fitted perfectly to withstand the harshest conditions.
The core of the IRA-X is its meticulously machined upper and lower receiver. Designed and engineered to meet Mazurkiewicz’s exacting specifications, these parts are CNC-machined from solid billets of 7075-T6 aluminum in the Iron Ridge shop. Although they are designed to accept components purchased from DPMS, which Mazurkiewicz has carefully selected as “the standard” of quality and consistency for drop-in parts, they are not your run-of-the-mill receivers.
The IRA-X Thor tested for this article featured a custom-machined Rock Creek barrel fitted with a SureFire FH762K03 flash suppressor.
By Michael Janich. Images by Steve Woods
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2012年03月22日
Colt Gov’t Mk IV Series ‘70
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The new Tokyo Marui Colt Government Mk IV Series ’70 1911 pistol.
The box is a little bit shiny compared to other Tokyo Marui Pistols. It is also properly themed in brushed bluish chrome.
In the box, the gun looks nice in a bed of black cloth accompanied with a white box.
The small white box contains the magazine followers, barrel cap, wrench tool and a small bag of BBs.
The markings on the left side is identical to the real one, really excellent work!
Marking on the right side is the same quality
Markings on the ejection port is also identical to the real one.
The grip is nice with a wooden finish to it. It feels good in my palm and gripping it feels like it won't slip even during a gameplay.
Great detail back view including the rear sight
Left side thumb safety, not ambidextrous similar to the real one.
Outer barrel in in black and it looks great. Military type recoil guide.
Showing the brushed blue chrome finish
Comes with the standard 1911 magazine
All in all, it looks great. My big disappointment is when you cock it, it sounded so plastic. The M1911A1 Tokyo Marui came out with a few years back sounded really good when you rack it compared to this one.
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The new Tokyo Marui Colt Government Mk IV Series ’70 1911 pistol.
The box is a little bit shiny compared to other Tokyo Marui Pistols. It is also properly themed in brushed bluish chrome.
In the box, the gun looks nice in a bed of black cloth accompanied with a white box.
The small white box contains the magazine followers, barrel cap, wrench tool and a small bag of BBs.
The markings on the left side is identical to the real one, really excellent work!
Marking on the right side is the same quality
Markings on the ejection port is also identical to the real one.
The grip is nice with a wooden finish to it. It feels good in my palm and gripping it feels like it won't slip even during a gameplay.
Great detail back view including the rear sight
Left side thumb safety, not ambidextrous similar to the real one.
Outer barrel in in black and it looks great. Military type recoil guide.
Showing the brushed blue chrome finish
Comes with the standard 1911 magazine
All in all, it looks great. My big disappointment is when you cock it, it sounded so plastic. The M1911A1 Tokyo Marui came out with a few years back sounded really good when you rack it compared to this one.
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2012年03月22日
HK45C: U.S. Navy Seals
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The MK 24 Mod 0 Pistol is a premier compact for elite forces, cops and CCW!
Compact, yet powerful .45 ACP powerhouse. Shown here with a Gemtech suppressor, the Heckler & Koch HK45C is a covert operator’s dream gun.
Heckler & Koch has been the premier manufacturer of polymer-framed .45-caliber pistols since the introduction of the P9S .45 ACP some 30 years ago. In the early 90s, HK introduced their USP series pistol in .45 ACP. My previous agency was one of the first to issue this pistol to their S.W.A.T. team, and it is their issue pistol to this day. The USP is well known as a very reliable and accurate pistol. I carried several extensively, both on patrol and as my issued S.W.A.T. gun.
The development of the USP led to the MK 23 SOCOM pistol. The MK 23 was very large, and was not well received by the end users due to its size. However, they were exceptional in regards to their accuracy and performance, especially when used with a Knight’s Armament suppressor. This led to the USP Tactical, which utilized all of the good parts of the MK 23 (O-ringed, threaded barrel; suppressor-height adjustable sights; match trigger), but in a smaller and handier platform. Many special operations units around the world have adopted this pistol.
As time progressed, several things came together to produce some of the best .45 ACP service pistols ever made. HK was prepping for the SOCOM Combat Pistol program, and two very well-known individuals began working with HK as consultants. Ken Hackathorn is one of the foremost special operations trainers in the world and a true small arms expert. Larry Vickers is not only a well-known shooter and trainer, and a highly in-demand gunsmith, but he also served for 20 years in U.S. Army special operations, including Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta. Both gentlemen are known for using the Colt 1911 to its maximum potential.
Steel For SEALs
The saga of the HK45 Compact has taken a very interesting turn recently. In early 2011, the HK45 Compact was selected by the Navy as a replacement for the MK 23 pistol for use by Navy SEALs and other Naval Special Warfare personnel. Its new designation is the MK 24 Mod 0 Combat Assault Pistol. It is outfitted with an AAC suppressor. Crimson Trace was awarded the contract for a waterproof IR laser system that mounts under the frame on the rail. The Crimson Trace unit is very thin and follows the contours of the pistol well. The sources I have on this indicated that the HK45 Compact was not the pre-testing favorite, but it came out the winner at the end of testing. This type of testing is generally done within the individual units and the protocols are not available for public consumption. With that said, based on the mission requirements that this pistol fulfills, you can bet that the testing was extensive.
The pistol that is being replaced by the HK45 Compact is the MK 23. The MK 23 is huge, and it has an overly complex set of controls. It is not viable for any sort of role outside of its main use as an “Offensive Pistol.” In this role, many found that they would be better served with a suppressed MP5 SMG, and the more current HK MP7 SMG.
HK45C pistols are equipped with an ambidextrous slide release and all edges have been rounded off to resist snagging on clothing.
Top-Drawer Spec Ops Pistol
The HK45 Compact gives the SEALs a pistol that can be used with an IR laser in conjunction with night vision goggles and a suppressor with 10 rounds of .45 ACP, for the specialized roles that were intended for the MK 23.
It is in service with the SEAL team specifically tasked with counter-terrorism missions. This team uses several HK weapons systems (the HK416D carbine and MP7 SMG). Unlike the MK 23, the HK45 Compact can be stripped down and carried as a great concealable firearm for a personnel defense pistol when needed. In today’s world and our current conflicts, it’s a major asset for our special operations people to have firearms that work in a covert capacity. The HK45C has far greater capabilities because it not only fulfills the role of an assault or offensive pistol like the MK 23, but it can also fulfill the roles that are currently held by the excellent SIG P226 and P228s used by Naval Special Warfare sailors. The HK45C is not a replacement for the SIGs, but it does have the potential for that some day.
Overall, the new HK45 Compact is a great pistol that is capable of doing many tasks very well. It allows the user to have a pistol that can go from an easily concealed carry pistol to a full-boat suppressed offensive pistol—and all modifications needed for this transformation can be done by the user. A minimally trained armorer can change the way this gun operates easily, using factory-available parts.
It is a pistol capable of match-grade accuracy right out of the box. They are reliable even when subjected to harsh environments. They are easy to use, and critical controls can be accessed with either hand. From personal protection, law enforcement and home-defense duty, to the tip of the spear with one of America’s most elite special operations units, the HK45 Compact is rapidly gaining ground as one of the best .45 ACP pistols of our time, and the goal of creating a 1911 for the 21st century is becoming a reality.
By Darryl Bolke, Images by Hiro Soga
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