Today we dive deep into the H&K MK23 SOCOM. There is much confusion around the offensive handgun program and the resulting adoption of the MK23. We're joined by Navy veteran Dave Hall who was a part of the offensive handgun program and subsequent use amongst the special operations community. Enjoy!
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Chapters
00:00 - Today on the show
00:20 - The Untold Story of the MK23
03:12 - Opening thoughts
05:22 - Meet Dave Hall
06:43 - Hide sight shooting
11:58 - What is the Offensive Handgun Program?
16:44 - Phase 1 Endurance Testing
25:28 - HK's solution for match grade accuracy
29:50 - Point shooting
31:43 - Phase 1 prototype
34:35 - How you can support us
35:03 - Suppressor testing (wow)
40:03 - Phase 2 testing
46:00 - Hide sight from the woods
49:05 - MK23 accessories
56:03 - Real world use
1:09:36 - Firearms Legal Protection
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