15 Guns Getting CONFISCATED Most: 8 Models Police HATE + 7 NEVER Get Seized (Gun Stores Won’t Tell)

Published on March 3, 2026
Duration: 13:47

This video analyzes ATF crime gun trace data to identify firearms most frequently confiscated by law enforcement and those rarely seized. It highlights trends in criminal firearm preferences, focusing on factors like size, concealability, and price, while also discussing why certain firearms, often long guns, are less likely to be involved in crime.

Quick Summary

The Glock 19 is the most confiscated firearm, with over 119,000 recovered in two years, due to its concealability, capacity, and ease of conversion to automatic fire. Other frequently seized models include the Springfield XD, Beretta 92FS, Hi-Point C9, Ruger LCP, Smith & Wesson M&P Shield, Taurus G2C, and Raven MP-25.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Confiscated Guns
  2. 00:31Usual Suspects: 8 Hated Models
  3. 00:59Understanding Gun Confiscation Trends
  4. 01:19Modern 9mm Pistols Preference
  5. 01:38Police Perception of Popular Guns
  6. 02:04Characteristics of Raven MP-25
  7. 02:26Taurus G2C: An Affordable Choice
  8. 02:49G2C's Appeal in Illegal Markets
  9. 03:11Smith & Wesson M&P Shield
  10. 03:40M&P Shield: Challenges for Law Enforcement
  11. 03:56Ruger LCP as a Pocket Pistol
  12. 04:22Characteristics of Ruger LCP
  13. 04:42Hi-Point C9: Firearm Seizures
  14. 05:01Perception of Hi-Point C9: "Junk Food of Gunworld"
  15. 05:25Beretta 92FS: Military Origin
  16. 06:01Beretta 92FS: Recognized, Illegal Sale
  17. 06:06Springfield XD: A Duty Grade Firearm
  18. 06:35XD Primary Weapon for High-Stress
  19. 06:47Glock 19: Confiscation Lot King
  20. 07:08Glock's Appeal & Glock Switch
  21. 07:36Subscription Request
  22. 07:45Reasons Certain Guns Stay Out
  23. 08:16Remington 870: Iconic, Law Abiding?
  24. 08:39Mossberg 500: Defensive Weapon
  25. 09:16Mossberg's Appeal - Not Appealing to Criminals
  26. 09:27Ruger 10/22: Recreational Use, Safe
  27. 10:04Winchester Model 70
  28. 10:38Smith & Wesson Model 10
  29. 11:11Marlin 336: Traditional, Low Appeal for Crime
  30. 11:43Browning A-Bolt: For Rural Life
  31. 12:16Reality of Gun Ownership
  32. 12:42Making Responsible Firearm Choices

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most confiscated gun models by police?

The Glock 19 is the most confiscated firearm, followed by models like the Springfield XD, Beretta 92FS, Hi-Point C9, Ruger LCP, Smith & Wesson M&P Shield, Taurus G2C, and Raven MP-25, according to ATF crime gun trace data.

Why are certain guns confiscated more often than others?

Guns are confiscated more often due to factors like concealability, affordability, high capacity (especially 9mm), and ease of resale on the black market, making them preferred for urban crime. Long guns are rarely seized as they are harder to hide and less practical for street crime.

Which firearms are rarely seized by law enforcement?

Firearms rarely seized include long guns like the Remington 870, Mossberg 500, Ruger 10/22, Winchester Model 70, Marlin 336, and Browning A-Bolt, as well as older revolvers like the Smith & Wesson Model 10. These are typically less concealable and not favored for criminal use.

What role does price play in firearm confiscation trends?

Affordability is a major factor; inexpensive handguns like the Taurus G2C and Hi-Point C9 are frequently seized because they are easily acquired for illegal markets and often treated as disposable firearms in criminal activities.

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