Videos tagged with Short Barrel Pistol

This video details a ballistic gel test of Hornady 147gr XTP subsonic 9mm ammunition. The test evaluates performance from both a short-barreled Beretta Nano and a full-size CZ 75B, with and without a denim barrier. Results indicate that barrel length and the presence of clothing significantly impact bullet expansion and penetration depth.

This video explores the significant muzzle blast and fireball produced by the CMMG Dissent Pistol, highlighting the need for a suppressor for home defense. It details ballistic testing using a Garmin chronograph and the GeoBallistics app to compare 25-yard and 36-yard zero distances. The analysis suggests a 25-yard zero is more effective for short-barreled pistols, offering a wider point-blank range suitable for close-quarters engagements.

The video provides an update on ammunition availability and pricing across several local shops and online retailers. The presenter notes that while some calibers remain well-stocked, prices are generally higher than in the past. Several new ammunition acquisitions are showcased, including 20 gauge, 50 Beowulf, 45 ACP, 10mm, and 357 Sig, with plans for future testing. A new Glock 29 in 10mm is also introduced for short-barrel testing.

This video showcases a custom-built pistol during a training exercise. The shooter details their experience with the firearm, noting its characteristics such as the short barrel and compensator, which affect recoil management and cycling speed. They discuss how these features make it a technical pistol for learning and fun, rather than a pure racegun. The shooter also identifies areas for personal improvement, like starting timing and magazine changes, aiming to optimize their performance. The video emphasizes responsible firearm handling in an authorized range.

This expert-level review from Tools&Targets provides comprehensive ballistic data for Sabre Blade Black Tip .300 AAC Blackout 110 grain ammunition. The host, demonstrating high authority with professional testing equipment like LabRadar, details velocity, penetration, and grain retention from both an 8.5-inch SBR pistol and a 16-inch rifle. The analysis highlights excellent performance, particularly the mass retention in the shorter barrel, making it a strong contender for self-defense applications.

This video tests the terminal ballistics of 147-grain Federal Premium HST and Winchester Ranger T-Series 9mm ammunition fired from a short-barreled firearm, specifically a Taurus GX4. The test involves shooting through heavy clothing into ballistic gel to assess projectile performance. The content aims to determine if a short barrel can effectively deliver a heavy load, providing insights into the effectiveness of these defensive ammunition types in compact firearms. It also includes affiliate links for related gear.

This video reviews the G2 Research Telos 9mm 92gr +P ammunition, focusing on its performance in ballistic gelatin. The test utilizes a 3-inch barrel pistol, simulating a compact firearm scenario. The ammunition is designed to fragment into larger pieces, and the test results show significant fragmentation with shallow penetration, indicating its intended use for rapid energy transfer at close range.

This video conducts a defensive-style 9mm Luger ballistics gel test using a Glock 26, simulating short-barrel pistol performance. It compares Speer Gold Dot (147gr and 124gr +P SB), Winchester Defender (147gr), and Federal HST (124gr) through four layers of denim and 10% ballistic gel. The instructor evaluates expansion, penetration, and overall wound channel characteristics against FBI protocols.

This guide details a terminal ballistics test for .45 ACP carry ammunition, conducted by an experienced firearms instructor. The test utilizes ballistic gel and simulated clothing layers to evaluate penetration and expansion of popular self-defense rounds fired from a Smith & Wesson M&P Shield. Results highlight the challenges of achieving reliable expansion with .45 ACP from short barrels, with Federal HST emerging as a recommended option.

This video tests the performance of HSM 200gr Unicor .45 Auto ammunition fired from a short-barreled Springfield Armory XDS mod2 pistol into ballistic gel. The test evaluates penetration, retained weight, and expansion through bare gel and heavy clothing. The data indicates that while penetration is adequate in bare gel, expansion is nonexistent through heavy clothing, raising questions about its effectiveness as a self-defense round from short-barreled .45 ACP firearms. The video also highlights the relatively low velocity achievable with .45 Auto in shorter barrels.

This video provides a detailed review and ballistic test of the GBW Legend Pro 9mm cartridge. The 115-grain solid copper hollow point projectile was tested for velocity and terminal performance in FBI ballistic gel. The results indicate excellent expansion and significant weight retention, making it a suitable option for self-defense, particularly in shorter-barreled firearms.

This review of the Micro Draco AK pistol, presented by John Hickok, highlights its compact size and high firepower. Hickok, demonstrating high authority and practical expertise, discusses its design features, including a crucial handstop for safety, and its performance at the range. The video concludes that while it's a fun, high-firepower novelty, its minimal sights present accuracy challenges at distance.