Videos tagged with Ammunition Performance

This video from Regular Guy Training LLC explores the reliability of the Beretta 92 series handguns, particularly in challenging conditions. The instructor, demonstrating experienced authority, highlights how the 92 series performs better than Glocks with underpowered ammunition and in adverse weather like rain, wind, snow, or mud. Testing also involved using worn magazines, some beyond their service life, to further stress-test the firearms.

The .22 Short, often underestimated, possesses surprising capabilities when understood within its historical context and design intent. Contrary to its 'weakest round' reputation, it demonstrates significant penetration and material destruction, especially in high-velocity loads. Historically, it served as a legitimate self-defense cartridge and later found utility in shooting galleries and Olympic competitions, showcasing its accuracy and controllability.

This review from Regular Guy Training LLC details the impressive reliability of the Beretta 92GTS, particularly after 9000 rounds fired under consistent, rigorous testing protocols. The instructor highlights that the single stoppage, a failure to eject, occurred in extremely adverse weather conditions, underscoring the firearm's overall robustness. The testing methodology involved using brand-new magazines and evaluating performance with underpowered ammunition.

This video demonstrates a ballistic test of volatile Blue Tip 9mm ammunition against a car door. The test, conducted by an experienced instructor, shows the ammunition's significant impact, causing the door to open. The content also promotes educational resources for firearms technology.

This video demonstrates a DIY method for creating hollow point projectiles by modifying FMJ bullets using a Ryobi drill. The creator, identified as an experienced individual with expertise in ammunition types and reloading, tests the terminal ballistics of these homemade hollow points against standard FMJs in a clay lake. The results show a significantly larger cavity created by the DIY hollow points, leading to a discussion about potential accuracy testing for these modified rounds.

This video, from Regular Guy Training LLC, provides an expert-level analysis of firearm reliability, specifically focusing on stoppage rates with 124-grain NATO ammunition in Glock 17 and Beretta 92 pistols. The instructor highlights that modern semi-automatic pistols, designed for defense contracts since the early 1980s, are timed for this specific ammunition, leading to near-zero stoppages over tens of thousands of rounds. Conversely, using lower-power target ammunition can significantly increase stoppage rates, with Glocks exhibiting 1-2 stoppages per thousand rounds in such scenarios. The importance of ammunition volume, environmental factors, and regular cleaning is also emphasized as crucial for maintaining firearm reliability.

This expert analysis debunks common misconceptions about the .22 Short cartridge, revealing its historical significance as a self-defense round and its surprising modern performance. The .22 Short, often dismissed as weak, demonstrates effective penetration and material destruction capabilities when tested under realistic conditions, challenging its 'plinking only' reputation.

This review of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AK-104 GF3, based on extensive testing and collective data from other users, highlights variable reliability and accelerated wear as key concerns for serious firearm users. While PSA AKs offer accessibility and value as an entry point to the platform, inconsistencies in quality control and component durability suggest they may not yet be suitable for high-round-count, demanding applications. The analysis includes detailed observations on internal wear, performance with various ammunition types, and comparisons to other AK platforms.

This video showcases range time with the Ruger LCP II Lite Rack in .22LR, demonstrating its performance with various ammunition types. The shooter confirms accuracy and discusses ammunition preferences, noting that round nose ammunition exceeding 1200 fps performs well. The session takes place in a snowy, outdoor wooded environment.

This review details the warranty repair experience for a Taurus 942M revolver that suffered from sticky fired cases. While Taurus's repair improved extraction, it did not fully resolve the issue. The speaker, demonstrating significant firearm knowledge, suggests DIY polishing of the cylinder chambers as a potential next step, highlighting the importance of proper chamber tolerances for reliable case extraction, especially with .22 WMR ammunition.

This review tests Winchester Defense 10mm JHP 180-grain ammunition through ballistic gel and chronograph measurements. The test, conducted by an experienced firearms instructor, reveals underwhelming performance, particularly in terms of velocity and terminal ballistics, suggesting it may not live up to expectations for a 10mm round. The reviewer concludes that this ammunition is not a worthwhile purchase compared to other options.

This review of the Green Mountain 12.7" AR-15 barrel highlights its lightweight profile and budget-friendly nature, suitable for general use. While the barrel exhibits minimum spec chamber and throat dimensions, its performance is significantly hampered by an oversized gas port, leading to an overgassed system and poor shooting experience. Accuracy varied considerably with different ammunition types, with match-grade loads performing better than M193.