Best New Gun Award goes to TAURUS???...(Taurus TH10 Preview)

This 'Gun of the Week' episode focuses on the CZ Shadow 2 Carry, a handgun designed for concealed carry while retaining features from its competition-oriented predecessor. The review highlights its shorter 4-inch barrel, lightweight aluminum frame (approx. 30 oz unloaded), and DA/SA hammer-fired action with a 12 lb DA and 5 lb SA trigger pull. It also notes the Shield RMSc optic cut, textured grip panels, and Picatinny rail, positioning it as a solid, carryable option.

This review of the CZ P-09 Nocturne, presented by Mark from Fit'n Fire, highlights its evolution from the P-07/P-09 series and its suitability as a 'sleeper' duty pistol. Mark, an experienced shooter, details its technical upgrades, including a direct-mount RMSc optic cut and improved iron sights, and evaluates its performance through range testing and competition. Despite initial reservations, the P-09 Nocturne proved reliable and accurate under dynamic conditions, earning a recommendation for concealed carry and duty use.

This video explores 10 firearms that are gaining popularity in 2026, moving beyond traditional choices like Glock. The expert instructor details specific models such as the Sig Sauer P365 XMacro, Springfield Armory Echelon, and Canik Mete SFx, highlighting their features, capacities, and intended uses. The analysis covers compact carry options, full-size duty pistols, and even pistol-caliber carbines, offering insights into market trends and consumer preferences for feature-rich alternatives.

The Yankee Marshal identifies the Bond Arms Bullpup as the strangest firearm in his collection. This semi-automatic, hammer-fired 9mm pistol features a unique bullpup design where the chamber is located far back, allowing for a shorter overall firearm length. The video details its unconventional loading mechanism, where rounds are stripped backward from the magazine, and highlights the importance of using crimped ammunition to prevent malfunctions.

The Taurus TH10 is a 10mm semi-automatic pistol presented as a robust option for backcountry protection, particularly against large game. It features a polymer frame, hammer-fired DA/SA trigger system, and a 15+1 capacity. The review highlights its simplicity, aggressive texturing for grip, and the option to carry cocked and locked with the manual safety. Performance on the range showed promising accuracy and reliability.

Kevin from Shooting Illustrated reviews the Smith & Wesson CSX E-Series, highlighting its 1911-style hammer-fired trigger with a 4.5 lb pull, ambidextrous safety, and modular grip capacity (12, 15, or 17 rounds). He notes its lightweight aluminum frame and polymer handguard make it suitable for daily carry, contrasting it with earlier CSX models that had heavier triggers and lacked optic cuts.

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.