Garand Thumb checks out the quietest firearm in the USSOCOM inventory, the Low Visibility Assault Weapon (LVAW)... "The LVAW (Low Visibility Assault Weapon) remains one of the rarest and most elusive suppressed platforms ever issued within the special operations community. In this video, we break down the full history and purpose of the program, its role as a clandestine, ultra–low-signature weapon system, and why the design continues to influence modern suppressed rifles.
Garand Thumb takes a comprehensive look at the Heckler & Koch UMP45 submachine gun, a weapon that achieved iconic status in video games like Counter-Strike and Modern Warfare despite its relatively limited real-world commercial success. Garand Thumb demonstrates its operation and explore its history, contrasting it with its predecessor, the MP5 10mm, and a more recent rival, the SMG45.
A prototype of the lighter M7A1 SPEAR from SIG Sauer gets the scrutiny of Garand Thumb... "Experience the first look at SIG Sauer’s unannounced 11-inch M7A1 Spear prototype, a lighter, more agile evolution of the XM7 program designed to change how small units fight.
Garand Thumb got a Duty Grade rifles and he starts with the Geissele URGI and Super Duty... "Welcome to Duty Grade Rifles — a series where we break down combat-proven, hard-use rifles and explain what you’re actually getting for the money: reliability, durability, accuracy, parts quality, and real-world design choices that matter when a rifle is run hard.
Garand Thumb tries the De Lisle carbine if it is indeed the quietest rifle in history... "The De Lisle carbine is one of the quietest firearms ever created, purpose-built during World War II for clandestine missions. Chambered in .45 ACP and equipped with an integral suppressor, it allowed British commandos to operate with near-total silence.
Garand Thumb, investigates the real-world performance of different levels of "bulletproof" glass featuring ballistic glass manufacturer Armitech. The testing begins with lower-level UL-rated glass, where a Level 6 panel, rated for 9mm, successfully stops handgun rounds like .22, 9mm, and the more powerful 10mm. They then move to a Level 7 piece of glass, which is rated for five shots of 5.56mm.
With the release of Battlefield 6 last weekend, we get to watch former Air Force special warfare member Garand Thumb as he reviews and compares the real-life counterparts of weapons featured in the Battlefield 6 open beta in August, praising the game for its commitment to accurately modeling military firearms.
Garand Thumb checks out the B&T APC9K and why it was chosen by the U.S. Army... "The U.S. Army quietly adopted the B&T APC9K — a compact, precision-engineered submachine gun built for close protection and CQB. In this video, we break down why this “tiny SMG” beat out industry giants like SIG Sauer and HK to become the Army’s new subcompact weapon.
Garand Thumb introduces the Jackal PDW, a firearm featured in Call of Duty Black Ops 6 and War Zone. This firearm is a conversion made by "Stuff and Things" based on a Draco in 9mm. This episode explores its history, noting that the original Jeopard was an experimental Russian firearm designed to be convertible to various calibers. While the shooting experience is described as uncomfortable due to its design, the gun is shown to be accurate at range.
A thorough review of the Desert Tech WLVRN Micron short-barreled rifle by Garand Thumb, going over its compact design and impressive performance. Having fired over 2,000 rounds, he details its advantages over traditional AR-15s and AKs, noting significant improvements from earlier models. He also covers its speed and ease of use in close quarters, compares its size to other popular firearms, and discusses its accuracy at longer ranges, suppressor compatibility, and detailed controls.
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