.380 HST vs 30 Super Carry! Ballistic Gel Test Using the M&P Shield EZ!

This review highlights the Smith & Wesson Shield Plus in .30 Super Carry, purchased for $250 with night sights. The firearm demonstrated reliability in harsh negative weather conditions, including freezing temperatures and high winds. The reviewer praises the .30 Super Carry caliber's effectiveness, comparing it favorably to 9mm and questioning its lower popularity.

This review compares the Springfield 911 ($198) and the Sig Sauer P238 Spartan ($440) for pocket carry. Despite the significant price difference, the Springfield 911 is highlighted for its superior trigger quality, even outperforming the more expensive Sig Sauer in this regard. Both pistols were tested for performance and handling at an outdoor range.

This review covers the Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 380, highlighting its exceptional value at $125, which includes a holster, two magazines, and a lockbox. The firearm demonstrated reliable function during live-fire testing, with the speaker noting its aggressive ejection pattern and surprising power for a subcompact. It's presented as a solid entry-level option for self-defense and concealed carry.

The 30 Super Carry caliber, featured in the Smith & Wesson Shield Plus, offers 9mm power with a higher capacity of 13+1 in a flush magazine. Live fire tests with Speer Gold Dot ammunition demonstrated its recoil and cycle rate. The reviewer expressed surprise at its lack of popularity given its advantages.

The Springfield Hellcat .380 is presented as a top-tier .380 ACP pistol, particularly for concealed carry. The review highlights its significantly reduced recoil compared to its 9mm counterpart, making it easier to manage during rapid fire. Its compact size and effectiveness are emphasized, earning it the moniker 'nasty pocket rocket'.

This video from Springfield Armory features the Hellcat pistol chambered in .380 ACP. The content includes a discussion and potential rant regarding the .380 caliber, comparing it as either an upgrade or a downgrade to other options. The analysis focuses on the viability and performance of the .380 Hellcat for various applications.

This review covers the Mossberg Maverick 88, a budget-friendly 12-gauge pump-action shotgun, highlighting its simplicity and reliability for home defense. It details a comparison with the Mossberg 500/590, a full field strip, and the use of the Opsol Mini-Clip adapter with Aguila Minishells to increase capacity and ensure reliable cycling. Range tests confirm the adapter's necessity for 100% Minishell reliability.

This test evaluates Federal Syntech Defense 9mm SJHP ammunition using a Canik Mete MC9 and Glock 17. The ammo consistently segmented into three petals and a core, with the core penetrating 18-18.5 inches and segments stopping around 9 inches. Velocity averaged 1033 fps from the MC9 and 1094 fps from the G17, demonstrating high consistency.

The Taurus Model 856 in .38 Special is a capable snub-nose revolver, offering a smooth trigger and good accuracy for its class. It performs well in both single and double-action at typical defensive ranges, with comfortable grips aiding recoil management. The 856 proves to be a reliable and aesthetically pleasing option for concealed carry or self-defense.

This review tests three .380 ACP ammunition types in a Ruger LCP Max with a heavy clothing barrier over ballistic gel. The Winchester 95gr FMJ, Underwood 90gr Xtreme Penetrator, and Federal 99gr Hydra-Shok Deep were evaluated for penetration and expansion. Despite being FMJ, the Winchester proved to be the most effective due to superior penetration, outperforming premium defensive rounds that failed to expand.