Videos tagged with 124 Grain

This video provides an objective and analytical comparison of Federal Premium's new 9mm Punch 115gr and 124gr self-defense ammunition. The host, demonstrating high authority through standardized testing, found the 124gr load superior in this specific test due to better velocity, energy, and expansion from a short-barreled pistol.

This video reviews Mags and Co. ammunition packaged in sealed 'soup cans' designed for long-term storage. The presenter tests 9mm Luger (115gr and 124gr FMJ) and 5.56 NATO (62gr FMJ) for velocity and reliability. While the 115gr 9mm and 5.56 NATO performed well and met advertised velocities, the 124gr 9mm did not. The packaging includes discreet food-themed labels and oxygen absorbers for preservation.

This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test comparing Federal Premium HST 9mm 124-grain standard pressure and +P ammunition. The test includes velocity readings, penetration depth, and expansion measurements after passing through a heavy clothing barrier. The instructor, experienced in firearms testing, demonstrates the performance of both ammunition types, concluding that both perform exceptionally well for self-defense.

This video provides a comprehensive ballistic gel test and review of Fiocchi Covert X 9mm ammunition. The instructor, experienced in firearms testing, evaluates the performance of the 124-grain projectile from both a short-barreled pistol (MC9) and a full-sized pistol (Glock 17). The test focuses on velocity, penetration, and expansion, comparing the results to the manufacturer's claims and previous tests of the .380 ACP variant. The ammunition demonstrated strong performance, particularly in expansion and weight retention, making it a viable option for self-defense.

This video reviews 15 different 9mm ammunition loads suitable for self-defense in 2025, detailing their bullet weights, performance characteristics, and intended applications. It highlights key features like expansion, penetration, and recoil management for each option, offering insights for choosing the right self-defense ammunition.

This video details the process of replacing the factory recoil spring in a Glock 19X equipped with a Radian Ramjet and Afterburner compensator. The presenter experiments with lighter aftermarket recoil springs (15lb and 13lb from NDZ Performance) to address weak ejection observed with the stock 18lb spring, demonstrating the impact on spent casing ejection distance and recoil impulse.

This video conducts a ballistic gel test comparing Federal Premium HST and Speer Gold Dot 9mm Luger +P 124-grain self-defense ammunition. The test, performed with a Glock 19 Gen 5, evaluates expansion, penetration, and velocity. Both rounds demonstrated excellent performance, with the Gold Dot showing slightly more penetration and energy in this specific test, though the HST also performed exceptionally well.

This guide details a ballistic gel test comparing Federal Premium HST and Speer Gold Dot 124 Grain 9mm ammunition. The test, conducted by an experienced instructor using a Canik Mete MC9 and Labradar chronograph, measures velocity, penetration, and expansion through a clothing barrier. The results provide insights into the real-world performance of these popular self-defense rounds.

This video details a ballistic gel test of Premier Ammunition's 124-grain 9mm self-defense rounds, noting the company is likely out of business. The test, conducted with a clothing barrier, revealed exceptionally low velocities from both a Canik MC9 (3.1-inch barrel) and a Glock 17 Gen 4 (4.5-inch barrel), averaging 939 fps and 974 fps respectively. The projectiles exhibited no expansion, significant tumbling, and deep penetration, suggesting a basic construction and inadequate loading.

This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test and review of 4140 Armory's 124-grain 9mm standard pressure defensive ammunition. The reviewer, highly confident in identifying the projectile as a Speer Gold Dot, analyzes velocity, penetration, and expansion through a heavy clothing barrier using two different barrel lengths (Canik MC9 and Glock 17 Gen 4). The results demonstrate consistent and effective performance, particularly in expansion and energy transfer, making it a strong contender for self-defense.

This video tests the reliability of the PSA Dagger pistol with various hollow-point ammunition types, including 115, 124, and 147-grain rounds from Federal, Hornady, and Winchester. The presenter assesses felt recoil, potential for malfunctions, and penetration through a block. The PSA Dagger demonstrated flawless performance with all tested hollow-point rounds, even when run dry and unlubricated, suggesting it is a reliable platform for EDC.

This video details a comprehensive test of Federal Premium HST and Syntech Practice & Defend 9mm ammunition, focusing on ballistics and terminal performance. The instructor, with clear expertise in firearms testing, uses a chronograph and ballistic gel to compare the two ammunition types across different barrel lengths. The results highlight the consistent performance of HST for self-defense and the comparable, though slightly faster, ballistics of Syntech for training, with a note on Syntech's higher cost.