Videos tagged with Handgun Development

This Guns & Ammo Buzz podcast episode provides a comprehensive recap of the 2025 Shot Show in Las Vegas, featuring insights from editors Tom, Jim, and Jack. They discuss emerging trends in firearms technology, including 3D printing in suppressors and new case alloys for cartridges like the 7mm Backcountry. The conversation also covers new handgun and rifle models, budget-friendly options, advancements in optics, and the growing accessibility of thermal imaging. The editors highlight the industry's cautious optimism and focus on innovation.

This entry details the FBI's ill-fated adoption of the 10mm Auto and the Smith & Wesson Model 1076, exploring the historical context, technical challenges, and the subsequent shift to .40 S&W. It highlights the critical role of ballistics testing, the evolution of handgun cartridges, and the impact of law enforcement procurement decisions on firearm development.

This short discusses the significant financial and developmental undertaking required to bring a new handgun to market, specifically referencing the Wilson Combat X9 series. It highlights the multi-million dollar investment and the two-year timeline from concept to functional prototypes.

This video details the history and technical evolution of the Colt 1905 Automatic Pistol, a significant step towards the M1911. It covers the context of the Thompson-LaGarde tests, the development of the .45 ACP cartridge, John Browning's design modifications, and the pistol's features and performance. The presenter highlights its role as the first Colt .45 ACP semi-automatic and its eventual limitations compared to later designs.