Guns
450 Thumper Windham Weaponry’s Portable AR Pistol with.450 Bushmaster

In the 1990s Colonel Jeff Cooper designed a gun he called the “Thumper” to aid infantrymen. It was to be a lightweight, medium-range gun. It would use 20-round magazines and provide more power than the.45 ACP and.30 Carbine. It had to be accurate at combat engagement distances of up to 300 yards. Cooper stated that the semi-automatic Ruger.44 Magnum Deerslayer was closest to his vision. The AR platform today houses the hard-hitting, 450 Thumper.
Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Details
Windham Weaponry’s Thumper was recently in my possession. It reminded me of the great colonel who would have thought the same if he had been here to shoot and handle the pistol. The Windham Thumper is based on the AR-15 platform and has a SB Tactical stabilizing brace to the rear. It is also small and lightweight, at 5.8 pounds unloaded.
The Thumper’s 9-inch barrel has a muzzle brake that is very effective. This makes it extremely portable and would be a great choice for anyone who needs bear protection but doesn’t want to carry a full-sized gun. The Thumper’s 26.25 inch overall length makes it easy to stow in a backpack or bush plane, and is easily accessible when worn with a single point sling.
Let me show you some examples of the.450 Bushmaster cartridge. The Thumper’s shorter barrel meant that the average load I tested produced 2,200 feet-pounds of energy (fpe). The .45-70 Government that our great-great-grandfathers used to knock down buffalo generated about 1,300 fpe. This is a huge 40 percent increase in energy from a semi-auto firearm! Although the energy level of the.308 Winchester is comparable, the.450 Bushmaster’s energy is much higher than that of the.308 Winchester. However, the projectiles in the.450 Bushmaster are designed to focus their bone-crushing energy directly on the target, rather than drilling through it.
Take a closer look
The receivers of the Thumper are made from 7075-T6 aluminum aircraft-grade aluminum. They then get hardcoat anodized. Windham equips the pistol with an M-LOK free-floating handguard that measures 7 inches in length and has a Picatinny rail at the top. The barrel’s medium profile has a twist rate of 1-in-24 inches to stabilize the hefty, fat.450 Bushmaster projectiles. As I mentioned, the barrel has a Melonite QPQ coating and a compensator. The handguard also covers the tube and gas block.
A POF-USA endcap with a quick detach sling swivel and folding Magpul MBUS sights is included. The Thumper has a Hogue beavertail pistol handle and comes with an SB Tactical arm brace. This brace was originally designed to assist wounded warriors in firing their AR pistols with one hand. It is made of a rubbery composite material which provides a lot of rigidity and flex.
My test sample had an AR trigger standard with all the creep and overtravel that we associate with a military-style unit. It broke with 5.75 pounds.
Rounds Downrange
An early spring day saw me drive out to my deserted shooting spot in the Sonoran Desert, where I set up my DOA Shooting Bench. This essential piece of gear is a must-have. It provides stability and can be easily packed into any SUV. It is easy to set up and tear down in less than 2 minutes. It has been my personal tool for around two years, and I have seen the benefits it brings many times over.
To support the pistol’s handguard, I used a Caldwell riflerest to rest it on the top of the bench. I used a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint Scope in an American Defense Mount for the accuracy part of the evaluation. To get the scope calibrated, I initially set my target at 25 feet. After firing two 3-shot sighting group, I moved my target to 50 yards. I then fired the remaining groups for record.
I fired five shots per group and three for each ammunition type. The accuracy table below shows the best groups. The scope’s magnification was set to 4X. I placed the tip on the reticle’s red chevron onto the Shoot-N-C paster of 2-inch diameter. After that, I applied the pressure necessary for the Thumper to release its heavy trigger.
I was amazed at the accuracy of the Thumper. For the six different loads, the average group size was 1.5 inches. The Hornady 250-grain FTX ammunition was the best-performing five-shot group, measuring just a little over an inch. Buffalo Bore produced two loads that had more energy than the other, a total of 2,500 fpe. This would be enough to ruin any person’s day.
Thumper Recoil – 450
You may be wondering about the Thumper’s recoil. It wasn’t nearly as bad as I expected, I must admit. To protect my arthritic shoulder, I brought along a PAST Recoil Shield. However, it was removed after firing a few groups. SB Tactical’s brace was almost like a recoil pad. It has a little bit of give and is flexible. The brace’s wide surface helps to dissipate impact. The Thumper’s gas-operated gun is also able to reduce recoil. Because the recoil impulse spreads over a longer time, it feels more like a push rather than a punch, this helps reduce recoil.
The compensator on the pistol is very effective at reducing muzzle climb. It’s one of the best things I can say. The blast is quite substantial, because the ports are angled in reverse. The Thumper shot three hours and the muzzle blast destroyed my notebook, pen, and half of my.450 Bushmaster round box. It also blew the battery compartment of my electronic hearing muffs, my LCD shield and protective acrylic LCD shield from my chronograph’s terminal on the bench. This happened so often that I began placing the terminal on my lap as I shot. This compensator makes muzzle blast very annoying, so shooting one of these guns at a public range will instantly make you unpopular with other shooters.
Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper equipped with a five-round magazine. The magazine is single-stack and the.450 Bushmaster cartridges are carried in it. The magazine’s body looks like an AR 20-round magazine. A follower redesign improves feeding. Hornady’s 250 grain FTX loads, which are 250 grains in weight, fed perfectly and gave off respectable energy and accuracy. The pistol was less reliable with hollow-point rounds or flat-nosed bullets. It would be wise to test loads before you put yourself in a situation where your life is at risk.
Portable & Potent
The Thumper from Windham Weaponry is a great weapon. It packs a lot into a small, lightweight and portable package. It offers a level of protection that is not too heavy to carry. My test sample proved to be reliable and accurate with the preferred rounds.
Guns
The Nighthawk TRS Comp Pistol

The new TRS Comp pistol from Nighthawk Custom is a full-sized, government frame 9mm double stack built around a match grade barrel and a monolithic slide. It’s built to compete and starts at $4,599.
The TRS Comp comes standard with a recon rail under the barrel and a dimpled rear cocking design that offers ample traction when racking the slide. It also sports unique dimpled frame and slide textures that match the grip pattern.
Integrated Compensator
The TRS Comp is Nighthawk Custom’s first full-size pistol designed around a double stack frame. It features a 17+1 capacity and incorporates Nighthawk’s Fire Hawk compensator, which boasts a precision-designed port that reduces muzzle flip for quicker follow up shots.
This model also features a unique dimpling texture found throughout the slide and grip, which provides ample grip while being snag-free during holstering. The TRS Comp uses a 14K gold bead front sight that does an excellent job catching light, coupled with a Heinie Ledge Black rear sight for quick target acquisition.
The pistol also features Nighthawk Customs’ Interchangeable Optic System (IOS), which is a dedicated dovetail machined onto the slide and allows for optic mounting with adapters. This system allows for an interchangeable series of sight options to quickly switch rear sights in a matter of seconds.
Interchangeable Optic System
Nighthawk Custom’s Interchangeable Optic System allows a user to switch from a plate with a traditional rear sight to a red-dot optic in seconds. This feature is especially beneficial for concealed-carry practitioners who want to train with a red-dot but still carry a traditional rear sight.
Nighthawk’s unique IOS system involves milling the top rear section of their slide to interface with an interchangeable series of sight options, including a Trijicon RMR and other red-dot sights. This low-profile system also incorporates a suppressor-height rear sight as a backup to the optic’s front sight.
The TRS Comp features a match grade 5.00′′ barrel on a government sized frame with a monolithic slide, a full-length dust cover and an integrated single-port compensator. This combination reduces muzzle flip and delivers faster follow-up shots on the range, a must-have for competitive shooters.
The TRS Comp is finished in black nitride for a sleek, durable look. The lightweight aluminum trigger possesses a serrated flat face and a gold bead front sight does an excellent job catching light, providing quick target acquisition. A Heinie Ledge Black rear sight completes the package.
Match Grade Barrel
One of the most important features of any match pistol is a properly fitted barrel. A true match grade barrel will have zero play in the muzzle or at the hood, and it should glide into battery smoothly without any drag or snag on the slide.
This is achieved by carefully fitting the barrel to all of the chamber hood contact surfaces and the lower locking lug. Once this is done it will have a true target fit and shoot groups that rival a 1911 handgun.
The TRS Comp is the first Nighthawk Custom model to be designed around a double stack frame, offering 17+1 capacity and using their integrated compensator, the fire hawk. The compensator has a precision port that reduces muzzle flip and helps shooters stay on target for follow up shots.
Unique Dimpled Texture
The TRS Comp is the newest addition to Nighthawk’s line up. It is a high-end double stack 1911 that packs a 17+1 punch, as well as a lot of style and class. It also happens to be the most accurate and durable gun in its caliber. It also comes in a variety of colors and finishes, from matte black to high-shine chromium. Its crown jewel is the aforementioned patented integrated compensator, which may be the best thing to happen to your sidearm in years. It is a real head turner, especially for those who don’t usually opt for the sexy gun. The aforementioned gizmo is accompanied by a precision designed port in the rear of the slide that reduces muzzle flip without sacrificing a hefty amount of power. The aforementioned gizmo features a matching name badge aft of the slide, as well as a match-grade 5″ barrel and a full-length dust cover with accompanying nifty-fun accessory rail.
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AGP Arms PC Charger Brace

The PC Charger is a pistol chambered in 9mm, and it can take Glock magazines. It is very popular and has become more of a sought-after gun than the original carbine.
Many owners of the PC Charger equip it with a brace to give it stability. This makes it a lot more shootable.
Ruger PC Charger
Ruger’s PC Charger is a pistol-caliber carbine (PCC) that combines the fun and utility of an AR style pistol with the reliability and accuracy of a high capacity AR. Designed to take both Ruger Security 9 and Glock magazines, the PC Charger is a highly customizable weapon that makes a great range gun or home defense tool.
Adding a brace to the PC Charger increases its stability and makes it more shootable. The brace can be attached to the MIL STD 1913 rail on the back of the pistol.
The SB Tactical FS1913 Brace is one of the best PC Charger braces available today. It is made of a polymer material that offers quick deployment and a lightweight profile.
This brace is perfect for a shooter who is new to pistol braces, and is looking for a compact and inexpensive option. It is also a good choice for people who are already familiar with the design and use of a buffer tube.
AGP Arms
The AGP Arms brace kit for the Ruger PC Charger is the best way to upgrade the standard stock and barrel. The brace is the logical extension of AGP’s acclaimed pistol grip Gen 2 stock and handguard, allowing users to customize their pc charger to their own specifications. The brace is the brainchild of a dedicated team of military and law enforcement personnel, many of whom have been in the trenches for longer than most of us will ever know. Featuring a modern twist on a classic design, the brace is an understated delight. Its most prominent feature is a cleverly engineered gearbox that enables the user to rotate the entire gun by hand, and then lock it into place using a single pin. The aforementioned pin is mounted in the rear of the gun, where it is tucked under a protective cover for safekeeping. In keeping with the aforementioned design, the brace is also anodized black for a look you can be proud of.
SB Tactical
SB Tactical is the inventor of pistol stabilizing braces. They were started in 2012 by Army veteran Alex Bosco after he designed a brace for his disabled friend so he could continue to shoot.
SB Tactical was the first to introduce adjustable pistol stabilizing braces. This was a big win for the industry and gun owners alike.
After getting pre approval from the ATF, they began selling pistol braces for AR/AK style firearms, CZ Scorpions, H&K MP5 designs, 1913 rails, and more.
The SBA3 is one of the best pistol braces on the market and offers 5-position adjustable adjustment, ambidextrous QD sling attachment points, and a Velcro strap to connect to your arm for one-handed shooting.
The SBA4 is another great choice and offers a sturdy M4-style strut, 5-position adjustable, and an integral QD sling socket. This is an excellent option for a Ruger PC Charger gun with a Glock drum, but it also works well on any pistol without a buffer tube.
Midwest Industries
Midwest Industries is a family owned and operated company that manufactures quality parts, uppers, lowers, rails, barrels, furniture and muzzle devices for AR platforms and many other firearms. They also have a number of innovative products and services that make them a great choice for those looking to upgrade their firearms.
Probably the most useful item that they manufacture is their Combat Rail Handguard in hard coat anodized 6061 aluminum. It features eight functional M-LOK slots and two anti-rotation sling swivels. Its hefty price tag might be a turn off, but its high performance and robust construction is well worth the outlay.
What you might not have known is that they also make the pc charger brace aka the FS1913. Basically the same as the name aforementioned but a lot more durable and the brace actually folds to a compact size for easy transport. They even include a nice looking sling with an integrated bottle opener to boot.
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Mini Mamba – A YouTube Star With a Net Worth of $1-5 Million

Mini Mamba is a famous YouTube Star who has earned a fortune as a professional. He has a net worth of $1-5 Million at the age of 11 years old.
Mambas are venomous snakes of the family Elapidae, which also includes coral snakes and cobras. They live throughout sub-Saharan Africa.
Black mamba
Black mambas are venomous snakes that are found in Africa. They can grow to up to 14 feet in length and are one of the longest venomous snakes in the world.
They are very fast and aggressive, and their venom is particularly deadly for humans. It takes only about 20 minutes for a bite from a black mamba to kill a person.
They live in grassland, savanna and rocky slopes of southern and eastern Africa. They are primarily diurnal and prey on small rodents. They have excellent vision and a highly developed sense of smell.
Green mamba
Green mambas are found in coastal areas of eastern Africa including Kenya, Mozambique, Tanzania and South Africa. These snakes are venomous, which makes them extremely dangerous to humans.
They are a diurnal species, which means they are active during the day. They also spend a great deal of time in the trees and rainforests of western Africa, where they live amongst the forest canopy and thickets.
This snake preys on birds, lizards and small mammals. Its venom isn’t as powerful as the venom of the black mamba or the red mamba, but it can still kill.
Green mambas breed during the rainy season. Females lay eggs, which hatch in about 10-12 weeks. Males seek out and compete for females by following a scent trail or by wrestling or dancing. These combats aren’t biting, but rather a way for the two snakes to establish dominance over each other.
Red mamba
The red mamba is a species of snake that lives in Africa. It is related to the black mamba and can be found in various countries throughout the continent.
It is a medium-sized snake that can grow to be 2 m long. They are mainly found in tree hollows and termite mounds.
They are very venomous and kill their prey quickly. Their venom is highly toxic and can affect the breathing, heart and muscle function of the victim.
They can also paralyze their prey, which they then swallow. They feed primarily on birds and small mammals.
Yellow mamba
The mamba is an African snake. There are four species: black mamba, green mamba, red mamba and yellow mamba.
The Eastern green mamba (Dendroaspis angusticeps), formerly known as the white-mouthed mamba, is a venomous snake that lives in coastal regions of East Africa. It is found from Kenya south through Tanzania, Malawi, and eastern Zambia.
The eastern green mamba is a shy snake that avoids humans when possible and only strikes if provoked or cornered. Its habitat is fragmented in parts of its range and it is listed as Vulnerable by South Africa due to habitat destruction and deforestation.
Blue mamba
Mambas are notorious for their speed and aggression, and they come in a wide variety of species. They are a common sight in Africa’s rainforests, and all have deadly venom.
Of the four types of mambas, the most venomous and dangerous is the black mamba. Known for its lightning-fast speed, erratic behavior, and painful bite, it can strike multiple times in a matter of seconds.
Its venom is highly neurotoxic and cardiotoxic, with fasciculins present to paralyze the muscles of a bite victim. The venom can kill a victim within hours of a bite.
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