Carrying Glocks = Death Wish

This video explores the growing trend of shooters replacing 9mm with alternative handgun calibers in 2025 and beyond. The presenter, Ted from Line 45, details the advantages of calibers like .30 Super Carry for capacity, 5.7x28mm for speed and flat trajectory, 10mm for power, .357 SIG for barrier penetration, and .22 TCM for rifle-like velocity in a pistol platform. The discussion highlights how these newer options address specific needs that 9mm may not always meet, driven by advancements in ammunition and firearm design.

This video explores the evolving landscape of handgun calibers, suggesting a quiet shift away from 9mm dominance by 2026. Instructor Ted from Line 45 details several alternative calibers, including .30 Super Carry, 5.7x28mm, 10mm, .357 SIG, and .22 TCM, highlighting their specific advantages in capacity, recoil, flat shooting, barrier penetration, and stopping power. The discussion emphasizes that these calibers offer solutions to problems 9mm may not always address, catering to shooters seeking more specialized performance.

This video explores emerging handgun calibers that are gaining traction as alternatives to the ubiquitous 9mm. The speaker, demonstrating significant expertise in firearms and ballistics, details the performance characteristics, practical applications, and cost-effectiveness of calibers like .30 Super Carry, 5.7x28mm, 10mm Auto, .357 SIG, and .22 TCM. It highlights how these rounds offer distinct advantages in areas such as magazine capacity, penetration, recoil management, and terminal ballistics, catering to a wider range of shooter needs beyond the traditional 9mm standard.

This guide details the process of mounting an optic on the Ruger RXM, emphasizing the importance of using the correct pins for various footprints and checking for co-witness with iron sights. The video features Jay Grazio, Executive Editor of American Rifleman, providing expert insights into the RXM's design and functionality, including its modular chassis system and Magpul frame.

The video explores emerging handgun calibers that are beginning to rival or replace 9mm Luger for concealed carry and specific applications. It details the ballistics, capacity advantages, and practical performance of calibers like .30 Super Carry, 5.7x28mm, 10mm Auto, .357 SIG, and .22 TCM, highlighting their unique strengths over the traditional 9mm. The expert instruction emphasizes how these alternatives offer solutions for increased capacity, barrier penetration, and specialized performance needs in modern self-defense and shooting scenarios.

This expert guide from USCCA covers the CZ P-10S, a compact 9mm striker-fired pistol ideal for concealed carry. It details features like its 12-round capacity, optics-ready slide, Picatinny rail, adjustable backstraps, and loaded chamber indicator. The review highlights its smooth shooting, controllability due to the 3.5-inch barrel, and overall suitability for personal defense, drawing on experienced instructor insights.

This video critically reviews five handguns deemed unsuitable for concealed carry by TheYankeeMarshal, an established firearms commentator. The analysis focuses on practical issues like reliability, concealability, metallurgy, and effectiveness in self-defense scenarios, highlighting specific models from Bersa, Ruger, Taurus, Magnum Research, and Kel-Tec. The speaker's extensive experience and direct references to personal ownership and observed failures lend significant authority to his assessments.

The Yankee Marshal provides a practical, budget-conscious review of new handguns available for under $200, focusing on reliability and self-defense utility for a college student. He highlights five specific models, detailing their pros and cons based on extensive personal experience and current market pricing, emphasizing value for money in the entry-level firearm market.

TheYankeeMarshal, an established firearms commentator with practical self-defense knowledge, outlines critical 'don'ts' for concealed carry. He emphasizes avoiding dangerous methods like Mexican carry and pocket carry without holsters, and discourages less secure options such as small of back, improper shoulder holster use, and ankle carry. The guide stresses the importance of proper holsters with reliable retention and safe access, drawing on real-world safety incidents and extensive personal experience.

This guide, informed by TheYankeeMarshal's extensive experience with 14 1911s, helps viewers navigate the diverse 1911 market. It provides specific recommendations based on budget and intended use, from entry-level Springfield Armory GI series to concealed carry options like the Kimber Pro Carry and Para Slim Hawg, value-packed Springfield Armory Loaded series, near-custom Dan Wesson CBOB, and the highly recommended Colt Combat Commander as a customizable platform.