What is the Best Carry Round?

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 from SPN Firearms presents the top five Taurus handguns the instructor would personally carry for Everyday Carry (EDC). Drawing on extensive personal experience, the instructor highlights the reliability and value offered by Taurus, debunking common criticisms. The selection includes a mix of semi-automatic pistols and revolvers, emphasizing their suitability for concealed carry based on size, ergonomics, and performance.

This video provides a demonstration of the Matrix Arms MX19, a 9mm aluminum-framed pistol with an aluminum slide, featuring a Timney trigger and optic-ready capability. The presenter, identified as a firearms influencer, showcases its shooting performance at an outdoor range and its suitability for everyday carry with a 945 Industries bag. The informal yet authoritative tone suggests practical insights for firearm enthusiasts interested in this Glock-style alternative.

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 compares the Everyday Carry (EDC) setups of a husband and wife, focusing on the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield EZ and the Glock 26 Gen 5. The presenter, Yoki Sturrup, highlights differences in firearm profiles, trigger feel, magazine capacity, and optic performance. The comparison includes live-fire drills to assess reliability and recoil management, offering insights into practical EDC choices.

This guide, drawing from an experienced practitioner's insights, details how to select the appropriate round capacity for your concealed carry firearm. It emphasizes balancing concealability, personal protection needs, environmental factors, and daily comfort to ensure consistent and effective carry. The host highlights various popular models like the Sig P365, Glock 19, and HK VP9, discussing their pros and cons in different scenarios.

This video provides an expert-level overview of a heavily customized AR-15, nicknamed the 'Zombie Destroyer', built for a thematic zombie apocalypse scenario. The build features an extensive accessory loadout including multiple optics, lasers, and flashlights, along with a high magazine capacity. The demonstration includes rapid fire, engagement of Tannerite targets, and unique shooting techniques, showcasing the rifle's capabilities and the instructor's proficiency.

This video details an extreme AR-15 meltdown test, pushing a custom build to its limits. Expert instructor Eric demonstrates the process, highlighting component durability and failure points under sustained fire. The test concludes with a catastrophic barrel failure after 830 rounds, providing valuable insights into the platform's resilience.

This guide details the process of conducting an extreme durability test on an AK-47 variant, specifically the Definitive Arms VEPR, as demonstrated by Iraqveteran8888. The test involves sustained full-auto fire to induce critical heat failure, followed by inspection of components like the barrel and gas block. The expert assessment highlights the rifle's resilience, lasting 895 rounds before failure, and compares its performance to other platforms.

This guide details a 700-round rapid-fire stress test on a Yugo M92 PAP AK-47 variant, demonstrating the platform's legendary durability under extreme heat. Performed by Eric from Iraqveteran8888, the test highlights safe handling of overheated firearms and concludes with a tribute to Mikhail Kalashnikov's engineering legacy. The firearm successfully completed the test despite significant heat buildup.