5 CHEAP Pistols 2025

This video reviews the top five pistols recommended for suppressed shooting, featuring insights from firearms instructor Jason. The discussion covers performance, handling, and suppressed shooting experience for each model, with a particular focus on the Taurus TX22 as the number one pick due to its exceptional suppressed performance and value. The video also touches on the benefits of suppressed shooting for reducing noise and recoil, making firearms more enjoyable and potentially more accessible for various applications.

This review provides a first look at the new Taurus TX9 series, including Full Size, Compact, and Subcompact models. The firearms feature a modular serialized chassis, optics-ready capability, and aggressive ergonomics. While generally functional, a mud torture test revealed reliability issues with specific ammunition types, and some build quality concerns were noted regarding grip creaking and lock-up.

This video showcases a wide variety of firearms available at Exile Armory, including handguns, rifles, and revolvers, with prices listed for most. The presenters highlight specific models like the Taylor & Company Devil's Anvil in .357 Magnum, various Diamondback DB15 AR-15 platforms, and several Henry lever-action rifles. They also mention ongoing hiring at the armory and provide contact information.

This video critically examines 13 firearms owners are reportedly dumping in 2026, citing significant quality control issues, reliability failures, and safety concerns. The expert analysis highlights specific malfunctions and recalls, advising potential buyers to exercise caution. It serves as a cautionary guide for firearm selection based on real-world owner feedback and technical assessments.

This review of the Derya Arms DY9 Comp highlights its performance as an affordable Glock 19 clone. The host, demonstrating high expertise, focuses on the DY9 Comp's ported barrel and slide design, which effectively reduces muzzle flip. However, a significant downside is the dramatically increased noise signature, requiring double hearing protection.

This video reviews the top five .22 LR handguns suitable for concealed carry, emphasizing reliability, accuracy, and affordability. The Ruger LCR is highlighted for its compact revolver design, the Glock 44 for its innovative approach to rimfire from Glock, the Taurus 942 for its affordability, the Ruger SR22 as the most accurate and reliable semi-automatic option, and the Taurus TX22 for its high capacity.

This video presents a humorous skit emphasizing the critical importance of wearing eye protection at the shooting range. It visually demonstrates a handgun malfunction and uses a relatable, albeit exaggerated, scenario with a spent casing to highlight the potential dangers of inadequate eye safety. The creator, experienced in firearm handling and tactical gear, reinforces this essential safety message.

This video features a 'bulletproof' test where a tree is used as a ballistic medium to test various calibers from .22 LR up to .50 BMG. The Civilian Tactical host, demonstrating high-level firearms expertise, shows that even powerful rounds like .50 BMG can be significantly stopped by a dense tree, with none of the tested rounds achieving a complete pass-through. The test highlights the surprising terminal ballistics of different ammunition types against natural barriers.

This video from Civilian Tactical explores the concept of using a human body, simulated with ballistic gel, as a suppressor. The host fires a Derya Arms .22 rifle directly against a ballistic gel head and block, noting the shot sounded 'dead silent.' The experiment demonstrates the penetration depth of a .22 LR round through the simulated head and into the gel block.

This video demonstrates a ballistic test on a Belgian M1 steel helmet, evaluating its resistance against various calibers from birdshot to .223. The test, conducted by Civilian Tactical Host, shows that the helmet is not bulletproof against common handgun and rifle rounds like 9mm and .223. The host's energetic and demonstration-oriented style, coupled with expertise in tactical gear, provides a clear assessment of the helmet's limitations.