Videos tagged with Law Enforcement Sidearm

This video discusses a police department's decision to replace their Sig Sauer P320s with the FN 509 due to concerns over unintentional discharges. The speaker highlights the P320's documented issues, including lawsuits and a military fatality, contrasting it with the FN 509's reputation for reliability and quality, often stemming from military trials. The FN 509 is presented as a robust, high-quality alternative for law enforcement seeking a trustworthy sidearm.

This video reviews the top 10 tactical pistols for 2025, focusing on their suitability for crisis situations, home defense, and concealed carry. It highlights features like reliability, durability, magazine capacity, ergonomics, and accuracy across various models from Glock, Sig Sauer, Springfield Armory, Heckler & Koch, Walther, Smith & Wesson, Beretta, FN Herstal, CZ, and Glock again. The selection emphasizes firearms engineered for high performance under extreme conditions.

This video provides a comprehensive overview of 30 firearms recommended for long-term ownership, covering a wide range of types including revolvers, semi-automatic pistols, shotguns, and rifles. It details their features, intended uses, and approximate price points, offering insights into their historical significance and modern applications. The presentation aims to guide viewers on which firearms represent enduring value and performance in the market.

This video provides a comparative overview of four popular 9mm pistols: the IWI Jericho 941, Glock 19, CZ Shadow 2, and Beretta 92. It highlights key features, historical context, and common user bases for each firearm, aiding viewers in making an informed choice for their needs.

The 9mm caliber has surpassed the .22 LR as the deadliest in America, primarily due to the affordability and popularity of 9mm handguns, especially subcompact and micro-compact models. This shift occurred around the year 2000, coinciding with the rise of polymer-framed firearms like those from Glock. The 9mm's dominance is evident in its prevalence in criminal activity, law enforcement, and military use, accounting for approximately 45% of shootings.

This video explores 10 lesser-known facts about three iconic firearms: the Ruger 10/22, Glock 17, and CZ75. It delves into their production history, design innovations, and surprising applications, offering insights for firearm enthusiasts and collectors.

This video explores ten lesser-known facts about three iconic firearms: the Ruger 10/22, Glock 17, and CZ75. It delves into their production history, unique variants, design origins, and surprising military and law enforcement applications. The content highlights the extensive modifiability of the Ruger 10/22, the innovative engineering behind the Glock 17's success, and the global impact and cloning of the CZ75.

This video provides a comprehensive review of the Glock 19 Gen 5, highlighting its reliability, versatility, and widespread use. The instructor details its features, including ambidextrous slide stops, front serrations, and the Marksman barrel, while also discussing its ergonomics and customization potential. The review touches on its suitability for home defense and range use, acknowledging its size for concealed carry and potential drawbacks like the stock trigger and sights.

The video reviews several handguns, ultimately recommending the Bersa TPR9 as the best value for the money. It highlights the Bersa's alloy aluminum frame, 4.25-inch barrel, 17-round magazines, and notably its excellent trigger with a short reset, comparing it favorably to more expensive options. The reviewer also touches on its adoption by Latin American law enforcement, indicating reliability.

This video reviews a budget-friendly AR-15 M4-style rifle paired with a Glock 23 in .40 S&W, dubbed the 'Anytown USA' patrol setup. The presenter highlights the reliability of both firearms, noting the AR-15's performance with steel-cased ammunition and the Glock's consistent function. This pairing represents a common setup found in smaller to medium-sized police departments.

This video provides an expert review of the Smith & Wesson Pre-Model 28 Highway Patrolman by firearms instructor hickok45. The review covers historical context, model identification based on specific markings and screw counts, and practical shooting performance with both .357 Magnum and .38 Special ammunition. hickok45 highlights the N-frame's effectiveness in recoil management and the revolver's historical significance as a reliable law enforcement sidearm.

This video provides a comparative range review of two vintage Smith & Wesson semi-automatic pistols: the 639 and the 3913. The presenter highlights their shared era of design, including the often-disliked magazine disconnect safety and the hammer drop safety. Key differences noted are the 639's full stainless steel construction and larger capacity (8 rounds) versus the 3913's lighter aluminum alloy frame and smaller capacity (7 rounds), along with perceived differences in trigger feel and sight quality. The 3913 is discussed as a potential plainclothes law enforcement option, while the 639 is presented as a more traditional duty sidearm.