Concealed Carry Gun: gel test showdown! 38 vs 9mm vs 40 S&W vs 45acp vs 10mm

This review of the Smith & Wesson M&P Carry Comp 9mm highlights its versatility for concealed carry and combat. The pistol features a 4.2-inch barrel, aluminum frame, and a robust optics mounting system. Notably, it demonstrated exceptional reliability by firing 2000 consecutive rounds without a single malfunction, making it a strong contender in its price range.

This expert review of the Glock 45 Gen 6, based on 630 rounds fired, finds it performs similarly to previous generations but with notable improvements. The grip texture, forward serrations, and trigger guard undercut enhance control, while the flat-faced trigger offers a slight, though not revolutionary, improvement. The presenter, a seasoned firearms instructor, highlights the pistol's reliability with various ammunition types and anticipates strong aftermarket support, while also recommending legal coverage for gun owners.

This review of the Ruger LCP II in .22LR highlights its 'Light Rack' feature, making it easy to operate. While acknowledging the general unreliability of .22LR ammunition, the reviewer finds this model's ergonomics and ease of racking to be a significant advantage, especially for its intended role as a pocket pistol or backup gun. It's noted to fit LCP Max holsters, and a kydex pocket holster with a push tab is recommended for secure draws.

This review from CajunBoyJake details an accuracy test of the Lifecard pistol, focusing on its performance in a realistic, single-shot scenario. The presenter systematically tests the pistol's accuracy at increasing distances from 3 to 20 yards, providing observations on each shot's placement. The conclusion highlights the Lifecard's suitability for very close engagements rather than long-range precision.

This review compares the Springfield Armory XDM Elite Compact 3.8 in 10mm against the Glock 29, highlighting key differences relevant to concealed carry. The XDM Elite offers a higher magazine capacity and features like an optics-ready slide and a smooth, flat-faced trigger. The instructor, demonstrating significant expertise, notes the XDM Elite's excellent shooting performance with minimal recoil, making it a strong contender in the compact 10mm market.

This review by CajunBoyJake tests the accuracy of a North American Arms Mini Revolver with a 1-inch barrel at various distances. The speaker demonstrates a unique sight alignment technique and concludes that 15 yards is the maximum effective range for this firearm, primarily classifying it as a 'get-off-me' defensive tool due to its inherent limitations in precision aiming and accuracy at longer distances. The video also touches on its discreet carry potential.

This head-to-head accuracy test compares the Ruger 10/22 and Marlin Model 60 .22 LR rifles. Both rifles demonstrated tight groups at 25 yards with various ammunition types. The Marlin Model 60 features a 17-round tube magazine and last-shot bolt hold-open, while the Ruger 10/22 is known for its extensive aftermarket support and 10-round rotary magazine.

This .38 Special ballistics gel test evaluated five different loads fired from a Smith & Wesson 642 snub-nose revolver. Only the Federal HST Micro and Hornady Critical Defense demonstrated reliable expansion, with the HST Micro showing a significant wound track despite shallower penetration. Lighter, expanding bullets appear more effective in short-barreled revolvers.

This ballistic gel test compares 9mm +P and .40 S&W HST ammunition. The .40 S&W demonstrated more dramatic expansion, while the 9mm +P achieved greater penetration. The host notes that .40 S&W offers superior terminal ballistics, but 9mm provides advantages in capacity and recoil management, especially in compact firearms.

This video provides a first look at the .50 Beowulf cartridge fired from an AR-15 platform rifle. It demonstrates the loading process, live fire, and the significant impact on steel targets. The footage highlights the rifle's side-charging mechanism and a Vortex red dot optic, showcasing the raw power of this big bore round.