Videos tagged with Hornady American Gunner

Exile Armory LLC presents a high-energy showcase of new and used firearm inventory, celebrating a birthday while highlighting deals on ammunition, thermal optics, and a variety of handguns and rifles. The presentation includes custom builds like a suppressed Ruger 10/22 Takedown and features high-end items such as the FN SCAR 17S and various suppressors. The store's representatives demonstrate detailed knowledge of pricing, features, and NFA items.

This video provides a practical demonstration of the Smith & Wesson Model 10 Classic revolver, led by Misha, who exhibits high authority and expertise. The demonstration covers loading with Hornady .38 Special +P ammunition, visual inspection of the firearm's features, and live-fire engagement of steel targets in both single-action and double-action modes. The guide emphasizes safe handling and proficient shooting techniques, concluding with the unloading process.

This video provides a detailed review of the Kimber 2K11 Stainless Target pistol in 9mm. The presenter highlights its features, comparing it to the base model and the initial target version. Key differences include the grip module material (Kevlar/carbon fiber vs. aluminum), slide finish, and weight reduction, contributing to its performance as a flat-shooting firearm.

This video compares the ballistic performance of a 3-inch non-ported Smith & Wesson 686 Plus against a 4-inch ported Taurus 608, both chambered in .357 Magnum and firing Hornady American Gunner 125-grain XTP ammunition. The test involved chronographing muzzle velocities and firing rounds into ballistic gel to assess penetration, expansion, and wound channel disruption. The results showed remarkably similar performance in gel despite a notable difference in average muzzle velocity.

This video details a ballistic gel test comparing Hornady Critical Defense 115gr FTX and Hornady American Gunner 115gr XTP 9mm ammunition. The test involved firing rounds through a heavy clothing barrier into gel blocks to evaluate expansion, penetration, and overall performance. The Critical Defense demonstrated more consistent expansion and disruption compared to the American Gunner XTP, which showed variability in performance.

This video details a ballistic gel test of Hornady American Gunner 124gr 9mm XTP +P ammunition. The test evaluates bullet expansion, penetration, and weight retention through layers of t-shirt and denim. While the denim barrier slightly reduced expansion and penetration compared to the t-shirt, the XTP bullet demonstrated reliable expansion and good weight retention in both scenarios, indicating effective performance for self-defense or duty applications.

This video focuses on two critical handgun reloading techniques for defensive situations: the emergency reload and the tactical reload. It details the 'when' and 'how' to perform each, emphasizing the importance of practice for proficiency. The emergency reload is for when the firearm is empty and a threat persists, requiring a rapid magazine swap. The tactical reload is for topping off the magazine during a lull in a confrontation, retaining the partially used magazine. The video highlights that both techniques are essential for well-rounded defensive pistol shooters and professionals, with practice being key to success.

This YouTube video features a ballistic gel test comparing two different loadings of the .380 XTP projectile. The test utilizes a Smith & Wesson M&P Performance Center .380 Shield EZ. The content focuses on evaluating the terminal ballistics of the ammunition from these two manufacturers under controlled range conditions.

This video details the performance of a Smith & Wesson Shield Plus after barrel porting by Magna-Port. The presenter, Jerry Miculek, discusses the observed velocity loss with various ammunition types and highlights the significant improvement in shootability and muzzle control, deeming it a worthwhile enhancement for a carry gun.

This video details a comprehensive ballistics gel test for various .38 Special loads fired from a Smith & Wesson 642 snub-nose revolver. The expert instructor analyzes bullet expansion, penetration, and wound channels, offering critical insights into ammunition performance for self-defense. Key takeaways include the importance of bullet design for reliable expansion in short barrels and safety considerations for handloading .38 Special ammunition.

This video provides an expert analysis of 9mm vs. .45 ACP performance using high-speed cameras. Instructors Patrick Sweeney and Jim Tarr from Guns & Ammo demonstrate how factors like bullet mass and energy affect recoil, slide cycling, and muzzle rise, concluding that 9mm generally offers superior control.

The Hornady American Gunner line offers a collection of tried-and-true cartridges at an attractive price point, featuring the reliable XTP bullet for handguns and match-quality bullets for rifles. These cartridges are designed for accuracy, dependability, and terminal performance across various applications, including self-defense, hunting, and recreational shooting, without compromising quality.