Videos tagged with 25 ACP

This video by Ted from Line45 explains why stockpiling ammunition can lead to significant financial losses, detailing six key reasons. It emphasizes that ammo is not a reliable investment like gold or stocks, as its value is heavily dependent on demand, laws, and production. The instructor advises focusing on common calibers, proper storage, and avoiding panic buying to maintain the value of an ammunition stash.

This video discusses the iconic Walther PPK, a handgun that set the standard for concealed carry pocket pistols. The speaker details its history, including its invention in 1929 (PP) and 1931 (PPK), its association with James Bond, and its various chamberings. The video highlights the PPK's straight blowback design and fixed barrel, noting the recoil can be sharp, requiring training. It also touches on the impact of the Gun Control Act of 1968, the introduction of the PPKS, and various manufacturers who have produced the PPK over the years, including Ranger Manufacturing and Smith & Wesson. The speaker offers a strong opinion on the quality of different production runs, favoring the 380 ACP version made in Arkansas and criticizing the 22 LR version made in Germany. The video concludes by addressing Walther's announcement of a multi-year pause on PPK production, attributing it to a focus on modern handguns and potentially lower profit margins on the PPK.

This video provides an overview of a collection of small-caliber semi-automatic pistols, primarily from the interwar and post-WWII European eras. The presenter, while not a collector of these specific firearms, details various models from manufacturers like Walther, Colt, Czech Duo, Beretta, Mauser, and others. Key discussion points include the intended use of these pistols as concealed carry or last-line-of-defense weapons, common calibers like .25 ACP and .22 LR, and notable design differences between models such as the Walther TP and TPH.

The Yankee Marshal discusses various firearm calibers, expressing a preference for powerful revolver rounds like the .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum, and also mentioning the 10mm Auto for handguns. He touches on the potential future of ammunition, advocating for alternatives to lead, such as copper or polymer-based rounds, due to environmental and regulatory concerns. The discussion also includes commentary on specific firearm models and the importance of responsible gun ownership and community engagement.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Colt 1908 Vest Pocket pistol, exploring its history, design, and practical applications. It features ballistics testing, historical context, and comparisons to modern firearms, highlighting its effectiveness as a concealed carry option and a piece of American firearms history. The presenters emphasize its reliability, concealability, and surprising accuracy despite its small size.

This guide details the process of building a custom 25 ACP barrel for a Thompson Center Contender. It involves using a specialized Lothar Walther barrel blank, precise drilling with an aircraft drill, chambering with a 25 ACP reamer, and finishing with muzzle crowning. The project aims to create a unique, scoped 25 ACP Contender, potentially exceeding the length of existing custom barrels.

This video demonstrates shooting a Colt Pocket .25ACP at 25 yards, building on previous tests at 5-7 and 15 yards. The instructor emphasizes careful trigger control for accuracy with this small firearm. Despite the challenging distance for a pocket pistol, the results show potential for reasonable accuracy with proper technique.

This video reviews the Beretta 21A 'Bobcat' pistol, available in .22 Long Rifle and .25 ACP. The presenter highlights the .25 ACP as one of the smallest centerfire cartridges, typically loaded with 50-grain round nose or 45-grain hollow point ammunition. The .22 LR model shown is a nickel-plated variant with walnut grips, noted as an excellent shooter designed for high-velocity ammunition.

This video discusses the adage 'any gun is better than no gun,' arguing that while often true, the effectiveness of a firearm in a self-defense scenario is paramount. The speaker emphasizes that presenting an inadequate firearm can escalate a situation and put the carrier at greater risk if the assailant possesses superior means. The discussion highlights the importance of choosing a firearm that can effectively neutralize a threat and provides a clear advantage, rather than simply carrying a weapon that might be outmatched.

This video provides a ballistic gel test of Hornady Custom 35gr JHP .25 ACP ammunition fired from a Phoenix Arms HP25A pistol. The test evaluates expansion, penetration, and retained weight in both bare gel and through four layers of denim. The instructor notes that the longer barrel of the Phoenix Arms pistol likely contributed to the observed expansion.

This video conducts a ballistic gel test comparing Federal Punch 25 ACP and 22 LR self-defense ammunition. The instructor, with extensive experience, highlights that while both calibers have low energy, the 22 LR Federal Punch demonstrated superior velocity, energy, and comparable penetration in gel tests compared to the 25 ACP Federal Punch. The test also touched on potential reliability issues with rimfire ammunition in certain firearms.

This video showcases the fun and unique experience of shooting extremely small firearms at miniature targets. The presenter demonstrates various tiny revolvers and semi-automatic pistols, including models from NAA and EIG, chambered in calibers like .22 Short, .22 LR, and .22 Magnum. The video highlights the challenges and quirks of handling these miniature firearms, such as their small size, unique loading mechanisms, and the surprising effectiveness they can have on small targets.