Cheap guns

This buyer's guide reviews five of the cheapest 9mm pistols available in 2025, ranking them from most to least expensive. The Palmetto State Armory Dagger is noted as a reliable Glock 19 clone, while the Ruger MAX-9 is a good concealed carry option. The Stoeger STR-9 and Taurus G3c are presented as budget-friendly choices with some trigger compromises, and the Hi-Point C9 is highlighted for its extreme affordability despite significant reliability concerns.

This video review from 2WiLD Guns highlights the Stoeger STR-9 as a highly underrated pistol. The experienced presenter praises its excellent ergonomics, reliable function, solid construction, and good trigger. The review suggests the STR-9 offers significant value for its price point, making it a solid choice for various applications.

This guide synthesizes expert advice from a firearms instructor with over 20 years of experience, focusing on four budget-friendly firearms: the Stoeger STR-9 pistol, an AR-15 from PSA/Bear Creek, a Blue Line pump shotgun, and the Winchester Wildcat .22 LR rifle. The emphasis is on identifying reliable and affordable options for both new and experienced shooters, highlighting specific models and their value propositions.

TheFirearmGuy presents five underrated firearms: the Grand Power X-Calibur with its rotating barrel, the ultra-concealable Seecamp LWS 32, the fast-cycling Black Aces Tactical Lever Action Shotgun, the budget-friendly Stoeger STR-9, and the tactical Ruger Mini-14. This review highlights unique features and value propositions often missed by mainstream coverage.

This video critically examines the reality of budget firearms, highlighting potential reliability issues and out-of-the-box defects. The Honest Outlaw channel's Chris, who shoots approximately 40,000 rounds annually and conducts extensive reliability tests, shares his experience with budget models like the Stoeger STR-9 and Taurus G3C failing prematurely. He contrasts these with higher-end options like the H&K P30, arguing that the increased cost for proven brands is a worthwhile investment for personal protection due to superior quality control and materials.

Honest Outlaw provides an expert review of the top 5 best pistols under $300, emphasizing reliability, accuracy, and versatility. The guide details specific models like the Stoeger STR-9, Canik TP9 Elite SC, S&W M&P Shield, Taurus G3, and recommends used Glock 17/19 or M&P models for their proven durability and extensive aftermarket support. This review is based on a rigorous 1000-round testing protocol for each firearm.

This guide details a DIY technique for creating 'poor man's slugs' by cutting birdshot shotgun shells, a method historically used for defense and hunting during times of scarcity. The process involves carefully cutting the shell casing to create a projectile that functions similarly to a slug. The video demonstrates the technique on a Beretta 1301 tactical shotgun and discusses the importance of cut accuracy for flight stability and potential reliability issues in semi-automatic firearms.

This video demonstrates critical firearm safety failures, including poor muzzle awareness, lack of trigger discipline, and unsafe handling in a residential environment. The individual exhibits difficulty with basic firearm manipulation, culminating in a negligent discharge indoors. It serves as a stark warning against improper firearm handling and the importance of professional training.

This guide details the process of creating a DIY wax slug from standard birdshot, as demonstrated by the 'Collapse N Protect' channel. The modification involves melting wax and pouring it over the shot to create a cohesive projectile. The video highlights the increased effectiveness of this DIY slug compared to traditional birdshot, particularly in its ability to concentrate energy on the target, as evidenced by its success in shattering a cinder block. The creator also humorously notes the potential for using scented wax to alter the range's odor.

This video from Collapse N Protect, featuring an instructor with high authority, experimentally tests whether 12-gauge shotgun shells mounted on a plate carrier will explode when shot. The tests, using birdshot, buckshot, and Dragon's Breath rounds, demonstrate that while shells can be breached and their contents spilled, they do not detonate or explode without primer ignition and the compression force typically provided by a firearm's barrel. The explanation highlights the essential components and conditions required for a shell to fire.