Videos tagged with Federal Guard Dog

This video reviews Federal Guard Dog .45 Auto 165 Grain ammunition, marketed for home defense. The testing involves a Springfield XDS pistol and a Blacksmith Tactical holster. Key observations include the ammunition's expansion characteristics as illustrated on the box and its performance during live fire, noting slide lock functionality.

This video features Anthony Colandro from Gun For Hire conducting an experiment with FBI ballistic gelatin, firing four different types of 9mm ammunition from a Glock 19. The ammunition tested includes Federal Guard Dog, Hornady 115 Grain Critical Defense (noted as New Jersey Legal), Syntech 150 Grain, and a 115 Grain FMJ round. The video aims to visually demonstrate the performance of each round in ballistic gelatin, prompting viewers to consider which round might offer the most penetration or cause the most tissue damage. It also serves as a promotion for Gun For Hire, encouraging viewers to visit their range, take courses, or engage with their various media platforms.

This video tests Federal's Guard Dog 9mm ammunition, highlighting its unique closed-tip design filled with expanding blue polymer. The ammunition aims to provide hollow-point-like expansion with increased reliability and reduced over-penetration. Tests were conducted for accuracy and reliability across three different firearms: a Walther PPS (3.2-inch barrel), a Walther P99 (4-inch barrel), and a Glock 19. The Guard Dog ammunition demonstrated good accuracy and functioned reliably in all tested platforms.

This review of the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9mm, presented by Hegshot87, focuses on its performance as a concealed carry firearm. The reviewer highlights its comfortable carry profile and superior trigger compared to the Springfield Armory XD-S. Despite minor operational gripes like a stiff slide stop and difficult magazine seating when fully loaded, the Shield demonstrates excellent reliability, with over 1,000 rounds fired without malfunctions across various ammunition types. The video also notes the availability of a safety-less model.

This comprehensive overview delves into the history, development, and modern applications of the .45 ACP cartridge. It highlights key firearms like the Colt Model 1905, Remington R1, and Smith & Wesson 1917, alongside specialized ammunition such as the Federal Guard Dog. The content emphasizes the .45 ACP's legacy as a primary US sidearm and its continued relevance for its stopping power, drawing on expert insights into historical and technical aspects.