This is the trailer for ‘Find Makarov’, a fan film based on Infinity Ward and Activision’s Modern Warfare property. The website where all of this started, findmakarov.com, led many fans and media to believe it would lead to some information on Modern Warfare 3. However, Activision was quick to debunk these rumors, saying there is currently no plans to announce the much anticipated title, or any CoD game for that matter. Instead it’s a creation of We Can Pretend, a creative collective based in Toronto, Canada. Although this doesn’t have anything to do with MW3, the awesomeness of the film does take some of the sting out of not hearing about a new Call of Duty. Also, I keep reading it’s a ‘trailer’, and that term usually means there will be a much longer film out at some point. If it retains the same quality then it’ll definitely be something worth waiting for.
Archive for March, 2011
Find Makarov – A Modern Warfare Fan Film
Saturday, March 5th, 2011Gears Of War 3 Beta Access
Friday, March 4th, 2011Many gamers have questioned how they’ll be able to access the Gears of War 3 beta if they didn’t feel like buying the awesomeness that is Bulletstorm. Well, it’s GameStop to the rescue! If you pre-order, or have pre-ordered, Gears of War 3 from GameStop, you are granted a beta code that will allow you to enter the public beta on April 25th*. The private beta will open up seven days eariler, on April 18th, giving those who gave Bulletstorm a chance a whole week of practice before everyone else joins in.
There are also some in-game bonuses for those who participate in the beta. First, playing one match will unlock the ‘Beta Tester Medal’ for your gamer profile in GoW3. You also have the chance to unlock both the ‘Thrashball Cole’ character model and ‘Gold-Plated Retro Lancer’ just by playing the beta.
You can find all the details at GameStop.com
*Note: At the time of writing, I received an automated phone call from GameStop alerting me to the beta promotion. It also mentioned the public beta starting on April 22nd. Until I can get some more info, consider April 25th to be the official date.
Make Any Glock Full-Auto
Friday, March 4th, 2011With SIGG’s FSSG drop-in selector switch. It replaces the rear slide plate on any model Glock and allows the user to switch between full and semi-auto, up to 1200 RPM. Although the legality of making your pistol full-auto varies by location, the price one of these switches is going for on this auction is almost too good a deal to pass up. Of course it always helps to see it in action before you buy:
And when I said any model Glock, I meant it: that’s a Glock 35, which fires .40 caliber. Wouldn’t want to be on the receiving end of that.
Thanks goes to The Firearms Blog.
Battlefield 3 Trailer: Fault Line Episode 1 “Bad Part Of Town”
Thursday, March 3rd, 2011The first part of an episodic gameplay trailer for Battlefield 3, the upcoming release from DICE. The game already looks amazing, running on a pre-alpha build, and it looks suitably realistic compared to other recent war titles. I’ve also noticed the models of the scope and rifle look very similar to those found in Medal of Honor’s multiplayer. The second part of the trailer comes out on the 16th this month.
S&W Governor
Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011
Billed as “The revolver of choice. Literally.”, the Smith and Wesson Governor is a six-chamber revolver that can chamber rounds in 3 different calibers. Specifically .410 shotshell, .45 Colt, and .45 ACP. The overall length is 8.5 inches with a 2.5 inch barrel and the total weight is 29.6 ounces. In addition, it feature a synthetic grip and a dovetailed Tritium forward night sight. The model shown above also includes the optional Crimson Trace laser grip, for improved target acquisition. Revolvers are reliable sidearms, and it’s a real treat to see one with such diverse chambering options. Still, it makes you wonder if shotshell capable revolvers are simply a fad, or are they here to stay?
You can pre-order at thegunsource.com.
Bolt-Action Door Lock
Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011
As seen on Fail Blog, in their Win category. An old-school bolt-action rifle carved around the actual bolt lock of a bathroom door. Someone claims it’s a Mosin-Nagant carbine. I agree, specifically the Mosin-Nagant Model 1944 carbine:
Sure, it’s not a perfect copy, but it’s pretty damn close. But I’m always open to being proven wrong, so if you have a better idea of what that rifle could possibly be a carving of, there’s a comment section waiting for you.
Red Back One 2-Day Tactical Pistol Course
Tuesday, March 1st, 2011
I attended Red Back One’s 2-day tactical pistol course last Saturday and Sunday. Despite the limited class time, I did find an improvement in my fundamental skills and I learned a few new tricks along the way. Basic loading, malfunction, and shooting drills make up a majority of the class. However, being a tactical pistol course, it also includes advanced level skills such as how to properly shoot from multiple levels of cover. I found the class very informative, and am likely to use Red Back One for any future training courses. I highly recommend them. Also, the course overview recommends 800 rounds for the class. I recommend a minimum of 1200 rounds, since I came out empty, and I brought 1000.
Visit Red Back One to see all their available training classes.
Look for a more detailed after-action report of the class later this week.
Cobra Deals With S.O.TECH
Tuesday, March 1st, 2011
How often do you see collectable figures adorned with actual licensed tactical products? Well, you can add this Cobra Viper to the list that does. Unlike the mindless legion of Cobra grunts that get stuck with that cheap plastic knock-off kit, an elite Cobra Viper (think 501st Legion aka Vader’s Fist) gets outfitted with authentic S.O.TECH gear. To be specific, the S.O.TECH Callahan Plate Carrier System, 12 mag Hellcat Chest Harness, and Rifleman’s Pack and Rigger’s Belt, all made to fit on his tiny, 12-inch vinyl body. It’s good to see that Cobra is keeping with the times and outfitting their soldiers with useful tactical gear, but could they possibly design a uniform to match? He looks more like a Power Ranger than any elite soldier should.
