BEST Budget EDC 2023 - IWI Masada 9S Slim Review

This guide details a customized SIG P365 setup for church carry, featuring a Tyrant CNC TWS chassis for 21-round capacity and a deployable brace. It highlights essential EDC items including a specific flashlight, knife, holster, and bag, alongside personal accessories. The instructor emphasizes the importance of thoughtful gear selection and the potential for personal growth through life's trials, referencing James 1:2-4.

The Savage Stance XR is presented as an exceptional everyday carry pistol, praised for its micro-compact size, comfortable ergonomics, and surprising capacity. The firearm offers features typically found on larger pistols, including a ported slide, ambidextrous controls, and a unique quick-release optic mounting system, all at an accessible price point under $500. Its thin profile and comfortable grip make it suitable for deep concealment without compromising shootability.

This video evaluates the Diamondback SDR as a potential 'Pocket Rocket' for Everyday Carry (EDC). While acknowledging its compact size and good ergonomics, the speaker highlights the limited six-round capacity of .357 Magnum ammunition as a significant drawback compared to higher-capacity firearms. The assessment is geared towards individuals considering smaller, discreet carry options, particularly women, but also touches on general EDC considerations.

The 9mm caliber, long the dominant force in handguns, is facing a quiet shift as shooters explore alternatives offering distinct advantages. This analysis, drawing from expert insights, details calibers like .30 Super Carry for enhanced capacity in compact frames, 5.7x28mm for flat trajectory and speed, 10mm for superior stopping power, .357 SIG for barrier penetration, and .22 TCM for rifle-like velocity. While 9mm remains a capable workhorse, these emerging options cater to specific needs, driven by improved ammunition and firearm designs making them more accessible.

Johnny Q showcases the Smith & Wesson CSX E Series as his smallest 9mm pistol, highlighting its compact size suitable for smaller hands. He details its hammer-fired action, 13-round capacity, and the inclusion of a Gideon Optics red dot sight. The pistol's front and rear serrations are noted for their utility in press checks, making it a practical choice for everyday carry.

The Ruger RXM Sub-Compact frame offers a unique approach to concealed carry by combining a Glock 19-sized slide with a Glock 26-sized grip. This configuration, featuring a threaded barrel and modular chassis system, aims to provide concealability while accommodating full-size optics and lights. Initial shooting impressions suggest manageable recoil, especially with proper grip technique, making it a potentially viable option for those seeking a compact yet capable firearm for everyday carry.

This rapid-fire news segment covers several new firearms and accessories. Highlights include the PSA Jackl 9, Springfield's 2020 Redline bolt-action rifle, and new shotgun releases from Pointer and Charles Daly. A Colt CBX recall is noted, alongside new accessories like a P17 chassis and a dry-fire training gun. The segment concludes with an announcement for GunCon 2025.

This expert guide clarifies the legal status of 80% lower receivers, emphasizing they are unregulated 'hunks of metal' federally until machined. Attorney Adam Kraut explains the Gun Control Act's definition of a firearm and details the 2015 ATF ruling regarding manufacturing assistance. The guide covers personal use manufacturing legality and NFA engraving requirements, concluding that 80% lowers are not firearms federally and can be passed to heirs.

The ATI Omni Hybrid P3P offers surprising durability for its $350 price point, successfully completing a 1500-round test with minimal issues, including a dirt and water submersion test. While it experienced a minor failure to extract and a safety selector issue, these were resolved, and the rifle proved reliable for casual use. Key features include a 16-inch barrel with a 1/8 twist and a pinned gas block.

This video provides an expert legal analysis of a California judge's preliminary injunction halting the state's ban on magazines holding over 10 rounds. Attorney Adam Kraut details the legal arguments, the court's critique of the state's evidence, and the implications for California gun owners, emphasizing the Second Amendment protections for common firearm magazines.