Great video and I love your channel, I have also shot thousands of rounds of freedom munitions, I really like the 147gr reman for uspsa and I use it in most of my videos. I have had some issues with the 380 in the past but not many considering it is reman, but their new stuff has been 100%
wow Tim, you're fired up.. it's funny I have watched pretty much every video you've produced. I have never looked at your positive or negative comments with a tinge of "well he would say that"... your reviews always seem fair and accurate... keep up the good work...
something I'd like to add. I used to own a 1911 (won't say which make) that would only fire ball ammo and feed from factory mags.. Tried many brands and projectile shapes and a number of after market mags and they all failed to chamber.. also I think the slide stop/release thing came about from Glock. I used to be a LEO and our trainers would flip if you called it a slide release or used it as such... they always stated that "Glock" refer to it as a stop! I am not trashing Glocks as I own 2 and love them...
My Glocks have always worked with their slide stop/release. Since this is how I primarily use a pistol when I'm doing reloads, I won't carry a gun that doesn't have a functioning slide release.
I've noticed the whole slide stop/release debate kinda narrow down by how someone has or has not been trained. If you have been trained to use large muscle groups aka grabbing the slide because "it's the only way to do it" due to the lose of dexterity under stress so on and so on which is true. If you have trained or have been using the slide stop for years or it's your second nature I don't see a problem with it. Do what needs to be done and get the weapon up and running again is all that matters to me.
You are above reproach. Anyone doubting you should move along to another channel. Most of us appreciate the time and money you spend to bring us the reviews. Thank you.
I second that Tim, I have found your vids informative and above all fun, Someday we need to shoot and have a beer together when I get up to Val P... Thanks for your work and your service.
MAC, for every one person who doesn’t want to believe you, there are 500 who do, and half that time that guy is trolling just for the sake of trolling. If I say something that I believe and or show something that I find works for me, I don’t care what anyone else’s opinion on it unless they are going to buy me whatever they think is better. Unless the trolls are willing to give you stuff to review or pay for your expenses, then who cares. You are providing a service that no one RUclips is paying for in the first place. Some people like coke, some like Pepsi, some like both. Does it really bother you if someone doesn’t like what you like? Oh and when people talk about there own bad experience with something you may have had good with, keep in mind that ammo, guns, accessories are all made by someone somewhere and every so often there is a failure. Doesn’t mean the whole line is bad.
Freedom munitions reman is my go to practice round for the last few years. The brass is good for reloading too and it doesn't cost that much more than wolf.
You're a good dude & You have a good channel. No click bait, no paid opinions, cold hard facts and thousands of rounds of experience. Keep up the good work, MAC.
I know this is a old video, but I just saw it for the first time and had to comment. I've been following you for what seems like ages! I think the very first video I ever saw of yours was an torture test of a Makarov. I know that I can always rely on your evaluation to be honest, straight forward, and above all clean of influence. I've been using Freedom Munitions ammo in ALL CALIBERS for a few years now and have have no issues with any of it! Thanks for all you do for the gun community. Keep bringing the great material!
I use a lot of FM ammunition. 9mm, .223, and .300blk. Out of ~4,000 9mm rnds ordered (the vast majority just the 115gr RN Reman, I've had just one round that came without a primer... and a bit of powder dribbling out the primer cavity. However, with the .300blk, I had a pretty big issue where I was getting 1 out of every 7 or 8rnds with bad primers. I didn't realize this until almost a year after I had initially ordered it, because I just hadn't been shooting that rifle very much. I called FM and after a small discussion where I explained things, they got the ball rolling very quickly to replace each round that I shipped back to them (on their dime). They upgraded my order from Reman to new brass and to the grain weight of my choice. I tested the new ammo, and it so far works great. Another time, I had an order of .300blk that took a month to ship... well, they said they shipped it, I said please check again, it turns out it disappeared somewhere from their factory doors to the UPS truck. However, they then immediately upgraded my order to better rounds and had it shipped very quickly. Basically, like any other company, they will have issues. Nobody's perfect. Each and every time I've brought an issue to them, they've been very courteous, they haven't disputed what I've said (but they've verified, as is quite fair) and they have taken quite adequate strides to make sure that I'm happy with the outcome. For me, this works, as I keep going back to them. One other thing: when I bring issues to them, I do my homework and supply them with the best documentation as possible (so I have the lot #'s from the specific ammo boxes, my order # & date, my order invoice right in front of me, etc. It helps things go much smoother so that both parties can confirm what's going on. And I treat the service rep on the phone like a human being.
I've been buying their ammo for months and recently got into 300blk, so naturally bought most of my 300blk ammo from them. It seems to be underpowered but I've had no issues with their .308, .223, or 9mm subs
I have always valued you opinion. I am a proud wearer of a MAC patch and glad I can help contribute to your cause. I'm 5 hours or so from your shop and if I ever get up that way I will stop in.
Good work. I need to test more of their ammo for velocity/function to help those who have these questions. It's funny how many people think steel case is "weak" in terms of power, when some of them are coming in faster than their brass counterparts.
I've used freedom munitions both new and reloaded. No problems. If you have problems don't use it. I agree with you. Good show. Well done and presented
Just wanna drop a line saying thank you for all the content you and your lads produce. Long time viewer and, being in Australia, I'll never get to handle anything even remotely close to the goodies you guys have, so I look forward to each new upload. Can't imagine the BS you guys must have copped over the years from trolls and the like. Pay 'em no mind and keep doing what you're doing, it's great stuff. Cheers!
Freedom Munitions makes great ammo. Personally I have a whole lot more experience with their new stuff and not reman but I’ve shot a bunch of both. Their pro match and x def lines are pretty impressive too. And to you best mm fans, it’s one of the few resources I know of that constantly run batches of 10mm that actually gets replenished pretty often.
you sir are the go to channel for no nonsense ,honest reviews .i have been following you for quite some time ,and yes there are others out there that do this ,but not to the extent that you do,my hat goes off to you sir
I for one, took your video content for what it was showing us, cold hard facts. I have never doubted what you have shown and said, as from the beginning I have found this channel to be straight up, and to the point. While doing this, it brought me great entertainment too. Thumbs up Tim.
I think it's a little ridiculous that you felt obligated to make a video for that 1% that thinks it was Freedom's ammo since you have shot more ammo than 99% of us out here. Either way, I think the vast majority of us subs love every video you put out and appreciate the knowledge you share every week brother. Keep rocking it, Tim!
Military Arms Channel Have to agree I am in to the 1000s of Freedom Munitions round in both pistol and rifle calibers and i have had 1 failure and 90% of what i buy is thier reman
I have used Freedom Munitions for over a year now. have fired new production and their reman ammo, never had an issue with any of it. great vid, keep up the great work.
Hey Tim, don't let the trolls get to you. You know how things are with bullies... they lack something in their character (or material wealth) and often seek to belittle others and make their lives feel more important to justify their existence. Without doing so they'll feel shitty. It's kind of like a drug for them. Bothering others gives them a short "high" . You have nothing to prove to them. You are by far the most honest and personable firearms RUclipsr that I know. Keep up the good work.
I appreciate the work you put into the channel Tim, I didn't realize you were out of Valpo so I'll have to get over that way sometime. Super excited about the full30 apps coming, I mainly am only on social media for gun stuff so sounds like I can just use that for everything.
Please do, come up and visit us at 2600 Beech St. in Valpo. We'll get you setup with some free stuff. :) I'll let everyone know when the apps are ready for download.
Military Arms Channel You're very well respected in the community. Don't go down for Freedom. They seem to be a poorly managed company. At least at this time. If they listen to these legitimate concerns, perhaps this will change in the future. However, as of now, Freedom is doubling down and blaming customers instead...
No question there at all. Still need to get over and check out your new shop (#2). I can't say that its because its far. I think its only 40 miles or so from Aurora to Valpo lol.
Colt 2000.. even looked funky when you pulled the trigger. Made me feel queasy like a nightmare gun that just never fires how ever far the trigger travels or one with a trigger pull so intense that ones finger lacks the strength..Thank you Tim for bringing us along. I think I speak for all of us who live vicariously thru you.
The trigger is awful. I know what they were trying to do, they wanted it to lack a pivot point and have a "1911 type straight pull" but they really-really screwed it up. The reset is in essence all the way out. If you don't fully release the trigger and pull it again, you get nothing.
OK I live in the Houston Texas area and Freedom Munitions are about 30 minutes away. I ordered 600 rounds of Freedom Munitions 124 grn 9mm. I went with the reman. It had good reviews. Thanks for promoting new companies for us to try.
+Jack Ryan the ones giving him crap for using the slide stop/ slide release ......have experienced this myself, I have carried a 92fs since 89 and had Dept. range instructor, who was in diapers when I started try and scold me over this issue.
Chris Helms I use the slide release. It's faster. I also believe if you train enough, it will work in a stressful situation. With the 92FS you should use it, because by doing the slingshot method you risk inadvertently putting it on safe.
I've been shooting Freedom Munitions for several years. Everything from 9mm all the way up to 50BMG. That also includes the HUSH line for suppressors as well. Their ammo has always worked great for me personally. Yes, their shipping can sometimes be a little slow, but I don't see that as a big problem especially for a made in the USA quality product. Thanks for the video Tim!
I use freedom munitions a lot. I've only had a couple bad rounds out of their new, but I have had a lot of problems with their remanufactured ammo. Especially some 5.56 reman. I had 250 rounds that would not feed because the cases were bulged at the neck. They did send me 5 boxes of new ammunition to replace the bad ammo, but it was a hassle and took over a month to get it fixed and they sent 223 instead of 556 like I had bought. This was about 2-3 years ago but because of that incident I won't buy their remanufactured ammunition any more. I think they have improved since then. I've always thought you did honest reviews, that's why I watch your channel! Thanks for the video, great job!
Good video sir. I have used Freedom Munitions for about 1 year now with the remanufactured .223 55 gr, new and reman on the 9mm 115 gr, 124, gr, and 147 gr as well as several flavors of 38 special. Never had a single problem They are my primary ammo supplier, and there has never been a hitch on an order. Way to get out in front of unwarranted critics and shut them down. It must be a pain in the rear to do so, but I think it shows integrity on your part. Keep at em'. Thanks for the content. Much appreciated.
You had an LWRC 6.8 rifle blow up on you? Awwwwww man that is painful! I've had a similar experience when I had to sell a Zastava AK after car problems. It's painful when you have to part with a nice, quality piece.
What I wasn't thinking about when I filmed this were the ammo tests I've conducted in gel. I will continue to do that when it warms up if there is a new round on the market that piques my interests.
MAC... love the new shop, the shipping crates are a nice touch. I too have ran a ton of freedom munitions ammo with zero malfunctions, new and reloaded. I have had more issues with winchester,Remington, pcm, then any other brands. I appreciate that you felt like you needed to stand up for freedom munitions they are really great guys/gals over there.
Tim we've had many small convos on yourube and Facebook even sometimes being a debate(a non heated one) and youve always been a top notch honest guy. I love that. Just keep showing us as much as you can while having fun
Tim, I only have one gun, a Ruger SR9. I bought it on the recommendation of friends, dealers, and multiple shooters on the net. My gun eats everything brass. I tried Tula, Wolf, Federal aluminum.Instant jam-o-matic. When I shoot Federal brass, Blazer, and American Eagle, It never fails. I'd like to try Freedom Munitions, but nobody in my area carries it. So I'll stick with what works for me, and I will continue to follow your vids, I'm a big fan.
I see no reason to buy expensive ammo for blasting ammo. Save the good stuff for shooting groups and for personal defense. Use the cheapest stuff you can find for practice ammo. The money you save can be considerable if you shoot a lot.
this is probably one of the best unbiased gun and ammo videos I have watched on RUclips. great Channel and great videos and thank you for sharing your honesty
The Remington RP9 is just junk, as is their rerelease of the classic r51. hell since they got bought even the 700 series bolt action rifles are at best questionable
Well, I don't know about all of these other people. But, I appreciate what you do here. And there is many of us out here I am sure that feel the same way. I feel, as viewer, that you are very genuine man.
I've had a pretty bad experience with freedom munitions. I ordered $200 of 9mm ammo, and after three weeks it still hadn't begun the shipping process. I emailed support and repeatedly got the same copy/paste response of what "awaiting fulfillment" meant on their website. Ended up having to cancel the order. It's too bad. They had pretty good prices.
Been watching Freedom Munitions for quite a while. bought some ammo off them too. They wouldn't have grown like they have with crap products. I remember when their product line had less than 20 different calibers in it (much less). Tim - Thank you for providing quality videos on all firearms you show off. Even if they turn out to be less than stellar quality.
I cannot tell you how excited I was to see you shoot a Styer M9!!!!! I bought mine in 2005. Unfortunately it was the original that had proprietary mounting slots on the frame, before they incorporated the picatinny rail into the frame. But that has been one of my only complaints about the gun. That, and the lack of aftermarket support... But it has been a great gun, shot everything I fed it and never failed. The sights take a little getting used to, but when you do they are awesome!!! Great video as always! Keep up the great work!
It is what it is. People will be people. I got things off my chest and got some good testing in that needed to be done to make sure the Freedom wasn't the source of the problem.
You shouldn't have to explain your actions. You always show what ammo is being used and this as well as ZQI and Fiocchi have been used for hundreds of videos. If a gun only works flawlessly with one type of ammo then it is not a gun worth owning. It needs to work with the vast majority otherwise it is useless.
and I'm only fourteen and you have given me so much info, and cause of you I hope to get into the firearms world, wether that be just getting a gunsmithing certification or working my own store. Thanks keep up the good work.
Tim, I enjoy all of your Vids, you owe NO ONE an explanation, your Site, your Videos, your way, not our way, you do a good job, can't wait to see more.
Tim, I've been using Freedom Munitions almost exclusively both reman. and new production and recently the American Steel line in several calibers for over 2yrs and have not had any issues. I don't shoot nearly as much as you simply because I can't afford to however, I've sent thousands of rounds through many different firearms down range during my own practice and training courses I've attended and never ran into a problem with this ammo. Keep up the good work and tell the trolls to get lost, thanks for all the great content and your commitment to integrity!
Thanks for your honesty and transparency, Tim. Thou art the man. Why would any manufacturer put an external slide stop or slide release on a pistol unless it's intended release the slide? You don't need an external slide stop at all (think the CZ 52). The reason such a thing is placed on the outside of the slide, right where your thumbs reach and shaped for your thumbs to press downward on is so you can release the slide...... For honesty's sake - I will say I went to Remington's site and the RP9 page states "Ambidextrous slide lock."
I appreciate this information I just bought 250 rounds of freedom munitions 9mm jacketed hollow points. I have yet to take it to the range. This gives me confidence that it will be just fine.
Just picked up my first case of Freedom Munitions in 300 blackout. I wanted to see how it performed. Now I'm convinced, as suspected, it'll be just fine. MAC keep doing what you do! You have a loyal follower here. Your hard work and dedication is very much appreciated.
Freedom Munitions is all I'm feeding my G19, my CZ75B and my G42 for the last year or so... no problems at all.... thanks Tim for that... it was FUN... and that is what this is all about. Fun and good info. And you do it on point. freaking awesome 🤘🤘🤘
We're thinking the ammo blamers either own a RP9 and are trying to make themselves feel better or are associated with Remington in one form or another. Thanks for your honesty and keeping it family friendly. We're now subscribed!
I run Freedom's 9mm 124 HP (Reman) in my Arcus 98 DAC and my Bersa Thunder Pro with zero problems. These two pistols eat anything I feed em. Thanks for the great display Tim.
I've put thousands of Freedom Munitions 124gr 9mm and 165gr .40 through my pistols. I don't shoot groups with it, but I can consistently ring the 10" plate at 25 yards if I do my part. They run pretty clean in my experience too. I also like their 308 loads. It's good stuff and competitively priced most of the time
Greetings from Kentucky...I've used thousands of rounds from Freedom Munitions and have had zero problems or zero hiccups...never a glitch and will continue to use it.
Thank you for being honest and continue to enjoy making videos for the community. There will always be idiots out in the world and we can only do our best. My friend and I have order a hundred rounds (new and remanufactured) Freedom Munitions for revolvers, pistols, and rifle. We've had no issues, they are accurate, and easy to clean.
Don't let some of these people bother you. Some people just don't have anything productive or nice to say. Thanks for all your reviews. As far as Freedom, I've never had any issues with the brand. I've shot hundreds from my AR's and various calibers on my pistols.
After watching your videos for a few years now it's no secret that you don't hide anything. You raved about your H&K VP9 and carried it for a long time. Then you did your first torture test on it and the gun choked, you beat the living crap out of that pistol because it failed so miserably. Your own daily carry gun was broken and lost it's place. If that doesn't show how brutality honest you are with your reviews I don't know what would. Keep up the great work it's always a fun and entertaining learning experience watching your videos.
After watching most of your videos, I bought 1000 RD of 9MM, 50 RD of .40, .380, and .357. Got the remand stuff, so I hope it works for me as well as it does for you and sootch00. My P09, SP01, and sr40c have never had malfunctions of any sort with thousands of rounds through each, so fingers cross. I never came across the bad reviews you always mentioned until I went looking after making the purchase, but I have faith!
I have had NOTHING but Good experiences with the Freedom Munitions 124 grain ammo I have purchased and used, through several pistols and carbines, at least 4 cases, and I have found that most of the problems I have had with ANY ammo is usually the weapon itself, or a magazine issue. I have one, ONE, super-bad problem with one of their re-manufactured 223 rounds splitting the case on me, and a .300 Blackout primer popping out and jamming my AR.
I've ran about 1,000 rounds of Freedom Munitions 45 AUTO 230 Grain rounds through my Smith and Wesson M&P .45 without any issues. Love their prices and will continue to purchase from them.
Great video and I love your channel, I have also shot thousands of rounds of freedom munitions, I really like the 147gr reman for uspsa and I use it in most of my videos. I have had some issues with the 380 in the past but not many considering it is reman, but their new stuff has been 100%
wow Tim, you're fired up.. it's funny I have watched pretty much every video you've produced. I have never looked at your positive or negative comments with a tinge of "well he would say that"... your reviews always seem fair and accurate... keep up the good work...
Thanks and thank you for watching all those crazy videos.
something I'd like to add. I used to own a 1911 (won't say which make) that would only fire ball ammo and feed from factory mags.. Tried many brands and projectile shapes and a number of after market mags and they all failed to chamber.. also I think the slide stop/release thing came about from Glock. I used to be a LEO and our trainers would flip if you called it a slide release or used it as such... they always stated that "Glock" refer to it as a stop! I am not trashing Glocks as I own 2 and love them...
My Glocks have always worked with their slide stop/release. Since this is how I primarily use a pistol when I'm doing reloads, I won't carry a gun that doesn't have a functioning slide release.
Military Arms Channel I use mine as a slide stop/release too...
I've noticed the whole slide stop/release debate kinda narrow down by how someone has or has not been trained. If you have been trained to use large muscle groups aka grabbing the slide because "it's the only way to do it" due to the lose of dexterity under stress so on and so on which is true. If you have trained or have been using the slide stop for years or it's your second nature I don't see a problem with it. Do what needs to be done and get the weapon up and running again is all that matters to me.
Every time i have a friend getting into shooting i always tell them to check out your channel, top notch videos always
Thank you!
Watching this video in August 2020 makes me laugh at how much bickering the gun community does when times are good.
For real literally nobody cares what brand right now anything goes. I hope things change after the elections
@Christopher Marlowe I was more optimistic a month ago, I'm getting less optimistic by the day.
@Dan Trebune yeah, when I read about that last week I was thanking God he was loud and clear to me about getting ready early this year
@psalm302 what do elections have to do with ammo prices? Just curious.
You are above reproach. Anyone doubting you should move along to another channel. Most of us appreciate the time and money you spend to bring us the reviews. Thank you.
Thank you. That truly means a lot to me.
I second that Tim, I have found your vids informative and above all fun, Someday we need to shoot and have a beer together when I get up to Val P... Thanks for your work and your service.
agreed
MAC, for every one person who doesn’t want to believe you, there are 500 who do, and half that time that guy is trolling just for the sake of trolling.
If I say something that I believe and or show something that I find works for me, I don’t care what anyone else’s opinion on it unless they are going to buy me whatever they think is better.
Unless the trolls are willing to give you stuff to review or pay for your expenses, then who cares. You are providing a service that no one RUclips is paying for in the first place.
Some people like coke, some like Pepsi, some like both. Does it really bother you if someone doesn’t like what you like?
Oh and when people talk about there own bad experience with something you may have had good with, keep in mind that ammo, guns, accessories are all made by someone somewhere and every so often there is a failure. Doesn’t mean the whole line is bad.
I agree too. You shouldn’t have to waste valuable time defending ignorance from others. Keep up the solid work. Appreciate you and your integrity
I've been using Freedom Munitions for years. I've never once had a problem with their ammunition. I trust their capability to make quality ammo.
And one of many reasons why I like your channel complete Honesty keep up the great work and Videos we appreciate it
Right on and Tim is an Excellent Presenter. He is true to his word, observations and knowlege without exception.
Yes he is I couldn't agree with you more Sir
Tim is also a very nice guy in person, I almost only buy from his shop unless it is an online steal. lol
I appreciate Tim so much that when the controversy came up with him and Funker over the VP9, I actually unsubscribed from Funker.
Freedom munitions reman is my go to practice round for the last few years. The brass is good for reloading too and it doesn't cost that much more than wolf.
You're a good dude & You have a good channel. No click bait, no paid opinions, cold hard facts and thousands of rounds of experience. Keep up the good work, MAC.
I know this is a old video, but I just saw it for the first time and had to comment. I've been following you for what seems like ages! I think the very first video I ever saw of yours was an torture test of a Makarov.
I know that I can always rely on your evaluation to be honest, straight forward, and above all clean of influence.
I've been using Freedom Munitions ammo in ALL CALIBERS for a few years now and have have no issues with any of it!
Thanks for all you do for the gun community. Keep bringing the great material!
I use a lot of FM ammunition. 9mm, .223, and .300blk. Out of ~4,000 9mm rnds ordered (the vast majority just the 115gr RN Reman, I've had just one round that came without a primer... and a bit of powder dribbling out the primer cavity.
However, with the .300blk, I had a pretty big issue where I was getting 1 out of every 7 or 8rnds with bad primers. I didn't realize this until almost a year after I had initially ordered it, because I just hadn't been shooting that rifle very much. I called FM and after a small discussion where I explained things, they got the ball rolling very quickly to replace each round that I shipped back to them (on their dime). They upgraded my order from Reman to new brass and to the grain weight of my choice. I tested the new ammo, and it so far works great.
Another time, I had an order of .300blk that took a month to ship... well, they said they shipped it, I said please check again, it turns out it disappeared somewhere from their factory doors to the UPS truck. However, they then immediately upgraded my order to better rounds and had it shipped very quickly.
Basically, like any other company, they will have issues. Nobody's perfect. Each and every time I've brought an issue to them, they've been very courteous, they haven't disputed what I've said (but they've verified, as is quite fair) and they have taken quite adequate strides to make sure that I'm happy with the outcome. For me, this works, as I keep going back to them.
One other thing: when I bring issues to them, I do my homework and supply them with the best documentation as possible (so I have the lot #'s from the specific ammo boxes, my order # & date, my order invoice right in front of me, etc. It helps things go much smoother so that both parties can confirm what's going on. And I treat the service rep on the phone like a human being.
Matt T Bingo
Exactcy! And people complain about bad service and shit while they are the ones who are pissed on the company. Of course they wont treat you friendly.
I had the exact same problem with by freedom 300 blk probably going to stay away from there 300
I've been buying their ammo for months and recently got into 300blk, so naturally bought most of my 300blk ammo from them. It seems to be underpowered but I've had no issues with their .308, .223, or 9mm subs
@@trenton6621 works for me I’ve shot pretty much all their 300 ammo 110 vmax and 147 fmj the most
Literally not one single failure
I have always valued you opinion. I am a proud wearer of a MAC patch and glad I can help contribute to your cause. I'm 5 hours or so from your shop and if I ever get up that way I will stop in.
Thank you, all that support means a lot to me. Please swing by the shop and I'll hook you up with some more swag.
Good work. I need to test more of their ammo for velocity/function to help those who have these questions. It's funny how many people think steel case is "weak" in terms of power, when some of them are coming in faster than their brass counterparts.
I've used freedom munitions both new and reloaded. No problems. If you have problems don't use it. I agree with you. Good show. Well done and presented
Just wanna drop a line saying thank you for all the content you and your lads produce. Long time viewer and, being in Australia, I'll never get to handle anything even remotely close to the goodies you guys have, so I look forward to each new upload. Can't imagine the BS you guys must have copped over the years from trolls and the like. Pay 'em no mind and keep doing what you're doing, it's great stuff. Cheers!
Huge fan of the channel, I'd like to see a dedicated video to the Steyr M9 A1
Freedom Munitions makes great ammo. Personally I have a whole lot more experience with their new stuff and not reman but I’ve shot a bunch of both. Their pro match and x def lines are pretty impressive too. And to you best mm fans, it’s one of the few resources I know of that constantly run batches of 10mm that actually gets replenished pretty often.
Tim has anyone ever told you the secret is to not feed the trolls!!
A_Seaworthy_Mouse actually, the secret is to BE a troll. ;)
you sir are the go to channel for no nonsense ,honest reviews .i have been following you for quite some time ,and yes there are others out there that do this ,but not to the extent that you do,my hat goes off to you sir
I for one, took your video content for what it was showing us, cold hard facts. I have never doubted what you have shown and said, as from the beginning I have found this channel to be straight up, and to the point. While doing this, it brought me great entertainment too.
Thumbs up Tim.
Tim,
Your excellent work speaks for itself. Don't let a few comment trolls who fire 200 rounds a year get to you. March on!
Haters are going to hate! Keep them coming MAC! Love Freedom Munitions.
I think it's a little ridiculous that you felt obligated to make a video for that 1% that thinks it was Freedom's ammo since you have shot more ammo than 99% of us out here. Either way, I think the vast majority of us subs love every video you put out and appreciate the knowledge you share every week brother. Keep rocking it, Tim!
Thank you and thanks for the continued support.
Military Arms Channel Have to agree I am in to the 1000s of Freedom Munitions round in both pistol and rifle calibers and i have had 1 failure and 90% of what i buy is thier reman
I have used Freedom Munitions for over a year now. have fired new production and their reman ammo, never had an issue with any of it. great vid, keep up the great work.
This is the reason why I watch this channel because he speaks the truth and has no bias keep up the good work
Hey Tim, don't let the trolls get to you. You know how things are with bullies... they lack something in their character (or material wealth) and often seek to belittle others and make their lives feel more important to justify their existence. Without doing so they'll feel shitty.
It's kind of like a drug for them. Bothering others gives them a short "high" .
You have nothing to prove to them. You are by far the most honest and personable firearms RUclipsr that I know. Keep up the good work.
Jack Olaya - excellent comment and well said. Couldn't agree with you more sir. Thank you
I appreciate the work you put into the channel Tim, I didn't realize you were out of Valpo so I'll have to get over that way sometime. Super excited about the full30 apps coming, I mainly am only on social media for gun stuff so sounds like I can just use that for everything.
Please do, come up and visit us at 2600 Beech St. in Valpo. We'll get you setup with some free stuff. :) I'll let everyone know when the apps are ready for download.
Two people I know I can always feel safe trusting with regard to guns:
Hickok45
Tim (MAC)
Thank you, and Hickok is the absolute salt of the earth. I'm proud to call him and his son, Big John, friends.
Military Arms Channel You're very well respected in the community. Don't go down for Freedom. They seem to be a poorly managed company. At least at this time. If they listen to these legitimate concerns, perhaps this will change in the future. However, as of now, Freedom is doubling down and blaming customers instead...
Eric, Chad and the gang are always a given! :-D
No question there at all. Still need to get over and check out your new shop (#2). I can't say that its because its far. I think its only 40 miles or so from Aurora to Valpo lol.
Brian Streufert I couldn't agree more. Those are the same two channels I watch and trust.
Colt 2000.. even looked funky when you pulled the trigger. Made me feel queasy like a nightmare gun that just never fires how ever far the trigger travels or one with a trigger pull so intense that ones finger lacks the strength..Thank you Tim for bringing us along. I think I speak for all of us who live vicariously thru you.
The trigger is awful. I know what they were trying to do, they wanted it to lack a pivot point and have a "1911 type straight pull" but they really-really screwed it up. The reset is in essence all the way out. If you don't fully release the trigger and pull it again, you get nothing.
OK I live in the Houston Texas area and Freedom Munitions are about 30 minutes away. I ordered 600 rounds of Freedom Munitions 124 grn 9mm. I went with the reman. It had good reviews. Thanks for promoting new companies for us to try.
Don't sweat the tacti-tards, we enjoy you stuff....keep doing what you do.
Chris Helms Who's a tacti-tard?
+Jack Ryan the ones giving him crap for using the slide stop/ slide release ......have experienced this myself, I have carried a 92fs since 89 and had Dept. range instructor, who was in diapers when I started try and scold me over this issue.
Chris Helms I use the slide release. It's faster. I also believe if you train enough, it will work in a stressful situation.
With the 92FS you should use it, because by doing the slingshot method you risk inadvertently putting it on safe.
+Jack Ryan were reading off the same page
I have only shot their 9mm and 223, no problems for me whatsoever.
TekEvolution .40 S&W and .45 here. No problems with either!
TekEvolution I shoot a lot of their 300 blackout with no issues
i was thinking of getting some of their .223 ammo too. i've been using a lot of wolf gold 223 which is another thing this channel got me using lol
eric alzen You won't be disappointed. Try and sign up for their newsletter, they do discount for different caliber ammunition from time to time.
right on! i'll have to do that
I've been shooting Freedom Munitions for several years. Everything from 9mm all the way up to 50BMG. That also includes the HUSH line for suppressors as well. Their ammo has always worked great for me personally. Yes, their shipping can sometimes be a little slow, but I don't see that as a big problem especially for a made in the USA quality product. Thanks for the video Tim!
love this unedited version. more realistic like if we were at the range. glad to hear your not a corporate jacket.
Every time I think about purchasing a new firearm I check your channel for an evaluation. I also use Freedom Munitions. Thank you for your channel.
Tim, good on you. Plenty of us out here that have used FM ammo for years without issues. Keep it up, and ignore the trolls!
That Sig was sending brass to the moon.
Depending on what ammo he wants to use, he could swap out the the recoil spring for a stronger one.
The internet Trolls were probably Remington engineers from their failed gun department.
I use freedom munitions a lot. I've only had a couple bad rounds out of their new, but I have had a lot of problems with their remanufactured ammo. Especially some 5.56 reman. I had 250 rounds that would not feed because the cases were bulged at the neck. They did send me 5 boxes of new ammunition to replace the bad ammo, but it was a hassle and took over a month to get it fixed and they sent 223 instead of 556 like I had bought. This was about 2-3 years ago but because of that incident I won't buy their remanufactured ammunition any more. I think they have improved since then. I've always thought you did honest reviews, that's why I watch your channel! Thanks for the video, great job!
Good video sir. I have used Freedom Munitions for about 1 year now with the remanufactured .223 55 gr, new and reman on the 9mm 115 gr, 124, gr, and 147 gr as well as several flavors of 38 special.
Never had a single problem They are my primary ammo supplier, and there has never been a hitch on an order.
Way to get out in front of unwarranted critics and shut them down. It must be a pain in the rear to do so, but I think it shows integrity on your part.
Keep at em'. Thanks for the content. Much appreciated.
ill be happy for any company to give me ammo.
You had an LWRC 6.8 rifle blow up on you? Awwwwww man that is painful! I've had a similar experience when I had to sell a Zastava AK after car problems. It's painful when you have to part with a nice, quality piece.
I would like to see more ammo "reviews" here.
What I wasn't thinking about when I filmed this were the ammo tests I've conducted in gel. I will continue to do that when it warms up if there is a new round on the market that piques my interests.
MAC... love the new shop, the shipping crates are a nice touch. I too have ran a ton of freedom munitions ammo with zero malfunctions, new and reloaded. I have had more issues with winchester,Remington, pcm, then any other brands. I appreciate that you felt like you needed to stand up for freedom munitions they are really great guys/gals over there.
Tim we've had many small convos on yourube and Facebook even sometimes being a debate(a non heated one) and youve always been a top notch honest guy. I love that. Just keep showing us as much as you can while having fun
I never understood why people get all bent up about the damn slide release.
Tim you gave the trolls a whole video!?!?
Almost a whole video. A good 3.5 minutes anyway. :)
Military Arms Channel Lol.
Tim, I love the channel. Don't sweat the idiots. Haters gonna hate. Keep up the awesome content!
Your a genuine breed of American MAC. I never doubted you for one second.
I'm an old man & I have a great amount of respect for you & value your' opinion's a lot. Keep up the good fight & I will always back you up.
Hey Tim, I am growing a beard. I was motivated by yours.
I only keep it because my kids cry every time I try to shave it or even trim it.
Military Arms Channel Awesome! Lol
Just throw this RP9 crap away. It is obviously a failure.
Speaking of freezing hands, do you have any recommendations for cold weather shooting gloves?
Thanks for all the videos MAC
I recently bought a RIA 10mm 1911, and bought Freedom Munitions 180gr to break it in. Haven't had any issues yet, don't expect any.
Great video!
Tim, I only have one gun, a Ruger SR9. I bought it on the recommendation of friends, dealers, and multiple shooters on the net. My gun eats everything brass. I tried Tula, Wolf, Federal aluminum.Instant jam-o-matic. When I shoot Federal brass, Blazer, and American Eagle, It never fails. I'd like to try Freedom Munitions, but nobody in my area carries it. So I'll stick with what works for me, and I will continue to follow your vids, I'm a big fan.
The two guys that bought the Remington are still mad.
I just came to see the guns. I shoot the cheapest crap I can find.
Taprack13 same here, ran nothing but steel cased out of my $600 AR and had no problems.....if that's not an equation for failure idk what is
I see no reason to buy expensive ammo for blasting ammo. Save the good stuff for shooting groups and for personal defense. Use the cheapest stuff you can find for practice ammo. The money you save can be considerable if you shoot a lot.
Military Arms Channel I love the SAVY sniper sling I bought from you guys how can I get the freedom munitions nobody local to me carry's it
Remington has gone down the toilet.
this is probably one of the best unbiased gun and ammo videos I have watched on RUclips. great Channel and great videos and thank you for sharing your honesty
Realized this quickly when you covered the RFB the first time...the candid coverage.
SG ammo all the way
'Merica
The Remington RP9 is just junk, as is their rerelease of the classic r51. hell since they got bought even the 700 series bolt action rifles are at best questionable
Just saw a modern 700 in 6.5creedmore with the action sticking constantly and the bolt handle broke clean off when mortared.
I continue watching your channel because you tell it like it is and i get exposed to more weapons than I normally would. Thank you for being you.
Well, I don't know about all of these other people. But, I appreciate what you do here. And there is many of us out here I am sure that feel the same way. I feel, as viewer, that you are very genuine man.
Works better if you are paid to use it.
I've had a pretty bad experience with freedom munitions. I ordered $200 of 9mm ammo, and after three weeks it still hadn't begun the shipping process. I emailed support and repeatedly got the same copy/paste response of what "awaiting fulfillment" meant on their website. Ended up having to cancel the order. It's too bad. They had pretty good prices.
Pls RPG7 shooting :)
The Weapon Collection no, I meant "kick" as in a laugh.....like, "you'll get a kick outta this". terrorists trying to use RPG7's and failing miserably
Been watching Freedom Munitions for quite a while. bought some ammo off them too. They wouldn't have grown like they have with crap products. I remember when their product line had less than 20 different calibers in it (much less).
Tim - Thank you for providing quality videos on all firearms you show off. Even if they turn out to be less than stellar quality.
I cannot tell you how excited I was to see you shoot a Styer M9!!!!! I bought mine in 2005. Unfortunately it was the original that had proprietary mounting slots on the frame, before they incorporated the picatinny rail into the frame. But that has been one of my only complaints about the gun. That, and the lack of aftermarket support... But it has been a great gun, shot everything I fed it and never failed. The sights take a little getting used to, but when you do they are awesome!!! Great video as always! Keep up the great work!
Ashame you have to make this video Tim.
It is what it is. People will be people. I got things off my chest and got some good testing in that needed to be done to make sure the Freedom wasn't the source of the problem.
You shouldn't have to explain your actions. You always show what ammo is being used and this as well as ZQI and Fiocchi have been used for hundreds of videos. If a gun only works flawlessly with one type of ammo then it is not a gun worth owning. It needs to work with the vast majority otherwise it is useless.
and I'm only fourteen and you have given me so much info, and cause of you I hope to get into the firearms world, wether that be just getting a gunsmithing certification or working my own store. Thanks keep up the good work.
Your use of sarcasm is very appropriate and appreciated.
Tim, I enjoy all of your Vids, you owe NO ONE an explanation, your Site, your Videos, your way, not our way, you do a good job, can't wait to see more.
Tim, I've been using Freedom Munitions almost exclusively both reman. and new production and recently the American Steel line in several calibers for over 2yrs and have not had any issues. I don't shoot nearly as much as you simply because I can't afford to however, I've sent thousands of rounds through many different firearms down range during my own practice and training courses I've attended and never ran into a problem with this ammo. Keep up the good work and tell the trolls to get lost, thanks for all the great content and your commitment to integrity!
Just got a 1000 round shipment from Freedom on Friday. Love the ammo and have had zero issues with it.
Military arms is one of my 5 favorite firearms channels. Thanks for all of the great videos.
Just bought some Freedom Munitions. Can't wait to give it a try. Thanks for helping me make the decision.
Thanks for your honesty and transparency, Tim. Thou art the man.
Why would any manufacturer put an external slide stop or slide release on a pistol unless it's intended release the slide? You don't need an external slide stop at all (think the CZ 52). The reason such a thing is placed on the outside of the slide, right where your thumbs reach and shaped for your thumbs to press downward on is so you can release the slide......
For honesty's sake - I will say I went to Remington's site and the RP9 page states "Ambidextrous slide lock."
I'm very pleased to hear that a application will be available for Full30! Please give us a heads up when it goes live please?
I appreciate this information I just bought 250 rounds of freedom munitions 9mm jacketed hollow points.
I have yet to take it to the range.
This gives me confidence that it will be just fine.
Just picked up my first case of Freedom Munitions in 300 blackout. I wanted to see how it performed. Now I'm convinced, as suspected, it'll be just fine.
MAC keep doing what you do! You have a loyal follower here. Your hard work and dedication is very much appreciated.
Freedom Munitions is all I'm feeding my G19, my CZ75B and my G42 for the last year or so... no problems at all.... thanks Tim for that... it was FUN... and that is what this is all about. Fun and good info. And you do it on point. freaking awesome 🤘🤘🤘
We're thinking the ammo blamers either own a RP9 and are trying to make themselves feel better or are associated with Remington in one form or another. Thanks for your honesty and keeping it family friendly. We're now subscribed!
I run Freedom's 9mm 124 HP (Reman) in my Arcus 98 DAC and my Bersa Thunder Pro with zero problems. These two pistols eat anything I feed em.
Thanks for the great display Tim.
I love the honesty from the channel. One of the big reasons I watch. Keep up the good work MAC.
I've put thousands of Freedom Munitions 124gr 9mm and 165gr .40 through my pistols. I don't shoot groups with it, but I can consistently ring the 10" plate at 25 yards if I do my part. They run pretty clean in my experience too. I also like their 308 loads. It's good stuff and competitively priced most of the time
Greetings from Kentucky...I've used thousands of rounds from Freedom Munitions and have had zero problems or zero hiccups...never a glitch and will continue to use it.
MAC, you're a man of integrity. I will never question your integrity. I can't be bought either.
Thank you for being honest and continue to enjoy making videos for the community. There will always be idiots out in the world and we can only do our best.
My friend and I have order a hundred rounds (new and remanufactured) Freedom Munitions for revolvers, pistols, and rifle. We've had no issues, they are accurate, and easy to clean.
I agree. I've shot a lot of freedom new and reman 5.56 and .223 and never had a single problem. Always fast, reliable, and accurate.
tim is one of the gun people who are sincere in youtube land.... more power to you ! mac
Don't let some of these people bother you. Some people just don't have anything productive or nice to say. Thanks for all your reviews. As far as Freedom, I've never had any issues with the brand. I've shot hundreds from my AR's and various calibers on my pistols.
After watching your videos for a few years now it's no secret that you don't hide anything. You raved about your H&K VP9 and carried it for a long time. Then you did your first torture test on it and the gun choked, you beat the living crap out of that pistol because it failed so miserably. Your own daily carry gun was broken and lost it's place. If that doesn't show how brutality honest you are with your reviews I don't know what would. Keep up the great work it's always a fun and entertaining learning experience watching your videos.
After watching most of your videos, I bought 1000 RD of 9MM, 50 RD of .40, .380, and .357. Got the remand stuff, so I hope it works for me as well as it does for you and sootch00. My P09, SP01, and sr40c have never had malfunctions of any sort with thousands of rounds through each, so fingers cross. I never came across the bad reviews you always mentioned until I went looking after making the purchase, but I have faith!
Tim, I trust your reviews more than any other RUclips channel and I follow close to a hundred gun channels. Keep doing your thing and thank you!
I've shot the 9MM and 223, but they were new manufactured, not re-loads. I've really don't remember any issues.
Thanks for posting.
I have had NOTHING but Good experiences with the Freedom Munitions 124 grain ammo I have purchased and used, through several pistols and carbines, at least 4 cases, and I have found that most of the problems I have had with ANY ammo is usually the weapon itself, or a magazine issue. I have one, ONE, super-bad problem with one of their re-manufactured 223 rounds splitting the case on me, and a .300 Blackout primer popping out and jamming my AR.
I've ran about 1,000 rounds of Freedom Munitions 45 AUTO 230 Grain rounds through my Smith and Wesson M&P .45 without any issues. Love their prices and will continue to purchase from them.