Cranky gun reviews favorite gun of 2025. Probably not what you think it is…

This video from Exile Armory LLC showcases a wide variety of firearms available for purchase, including shotguns, pistols, and rifles. The presenters highlight specific models like the Mossberg 510, Sig P365X, Colt Gold Cup, and Ruger Precision Rifle, detailing their calibers and some features. They also mention available suppressors and accessories, providing prices for most items. The video serves as a virtual showroom, encouraging viewers to visit or call for more information.

This comprehensive review by Pew Pew Tactical delves into the Glock 19 Gen 6, assessing its value as an upgrade. The host, demonstrating high expertise, meticulously details the new frame ergonomics, the innovative Optics-Ready System, and provides range performance data with specific ammunition. The analysis highlights Glock's data-driven design approach, concluding it's the best Glock iteration yet.

This expert review by Roger Barrera of QVO Tactical provides an in-depth look at the Phoenix Trinity EXO Pro and EXO EDC pistols. Barrera, leveraging his extensive experience in holster manufacturing and firearms analysis, highlights the exceptional performance of these 9mm pistols, noting their flat recoil, precision accuracy at 25 yards (achieving 1.25-inch groups), and rapid follow-up shots demonstrated in Bill Drills. The review emphasizes Phoenix Trinity's aerospace-derived engineering, including their unique linkless barrel system and tight tolerances, contributing to a premium feel and high-end price point.

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 '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 focuses on the Girsan 2311 CMXX, presented as a budget-friendly alternative to high-priced 2011 pistols. The speaker, an experienced firearm enthusiast, highlights its 17+1 capacity, optic-ready slide, and comfortable ergonomics, while noting cost-saving measures like a polymer trigger. It's positioned as a reliable option for those looking to enter the 2011 market without a significant financial investment.

This review focuses on a vintage 1980s Smith & Wesson Model 60 'no dash' revolver, identified as a new favorite by the reviewer. The expert firearm collector highlights key vintage features such as the pinned barrel, hammer-mounted firing pin, and original wooden grips. The revolver's history of ownership in Concord, Massachusetts, adds to its provenance.

This review by Cranky Gun Reviews provides a detailed, analytical comparison of three minimalistic .22LR survival rifles: the Chiappa Little Badger, Ruger 10/22 Takedown, and Henry US Survival. The expert reviewer assesses each rifle based on critical survival criteria including deployment speed, portability, weight, capacity, ergonomics, sights, floating ability, and price, offering practical insights for choosing the best option for specific needs.

This review of the Savage Model 301 break-action shotgun highlights its budget-friendly nature, ideal for survival scenarios. The expert demonstrates its simple operation, safety features like the hammer block transfer bar, and easy two-piece takedown for portability. Performance with various .410 bore ammunition types is discussed, along with its value proposition under $200.

This guide details a DIY approach to handloading 410 shotshells, focusing on cost savings and utilizing repurposed tools alongside specific MEC press components. The process involves trimming 3-inch shells to 2.5 inches, depriming, resizing with a dedicated die, and priming. It then covers measuring powder (14 grains of Winchester 296), seating wads, adding shot (half an ounce of #6), and performing both pre-crimping and final crimping using MEC accessories. The presenter emphasizes the challenges of achieving perfect crimps without a full MEC press setup.