FMJ vs. JHP vs. Monolithic ammo

This comprehensive ballistic gel test evaluates the Winchester Defender .40 S&W 165-grain bonded JHP ammunition. The review, conducted by an experienced firearms instructor, details velocity, penetration, and expansion characteristics across different Glock barrel lengths (3.5" and 4.5"). The results demonstrate excellent performance, with the bonded projectile maintaining integrity and achieving significant expansion and penetration through a heavy clothing barrier.

This review by Tools&Targets compares PPU and Magtech .32 ACP JHP ammunition through ballistic gel and velocity testing. The expert instructor found neither performed exceptionally well, with limited expansion and penetration, suggesting better options like Buffalo Bore for .32 ACP self-defense. The Beretta 3032 Tomcat was used for testing.

This review tests Winchester Defense 10mm JHP 180-grain ammunition through ballistic gel and chronograph measurements. The test, conducted by an experienced firearms instructor, reveals underwhelming performance, particularly in terms of velocity and terminal ballistics, suggesting it may not live up to expectations for a 10mm round. The reviewer concludes that this ammunition is not a worthwhile purchase compared to other options.

This video details the break-in experience of a Kahr CT380 pistol after approximately 250-300 rounds. The presenter notes that the firearm began running flawlessly after this period, with perfect springs and very little recoil. The trigger is also described as perfect. A slide stop issue was attributed to shooter error and resolved once the gun was broken in.

This demonstration by Misha's Guns effectively contrasts the performance of Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) and Armor Piercing (AP) .30-06 ammunition. Firing from an M1 Garand at a steel plate, the video clearly shows the FMJ round creating only a surface mark, while the 1943 Lake City AP round penetrates the steel with a clean hole. The expert demonstrates proper handling of the M1 Garand and identification of vintage ammunition.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics features a direct penetration test comparing 9mm and 10mm calibers. Using standard Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) ammunition, the test demonstrates the superior penetration depth of the 10mm cartridge over the 9mm. The host, Scott, provides clear visual evidence and concise results, highlighting the differences in terminal ballistics between these popular handgun rounds.

This video creatively demonstrates the terminal ballistics of different calibers (.22 LR, 9mm Luger, 5.56mm NATO) by firing them into clay. It highlights the increasing destructive power from the .22 LR to the 5.56mm NATO, which completely obliterates the clay block. The visual comparison provides an engaging way to understand caliber differences.

This review covers the Altor Single Shot Pistol, highlighting its unique breech-loading mechanism and manual operation. The video demonstrates the loading, firing, and unloading process, emphasizing the slow manual of arms required for this budget firearm. Despite its simplicity, the pistol fires a 9mm cartridge and exhibits recoil typical of lightweight firearms.

This video showcases the Trailblazer Firearms LifeCard, a unique .22LR pistol designed to resemble a credit card. It demonstrates the firearm's simple operation, including loading a single cartridge, cocking, firing at a steel target, and manually extracting the spent casing. The review highlights its extreme concealability and straightforward folding mechanism for storage.

This compilation demonstrates various reloading techniques for different firearms, including the unique LifeCard, Bersa Thunder 380, and CZ P-07. It highlights efficient magazine insertion and slide manipulation for quick reloads in a dynamic shooting environment. The video emphasizes practical application of reloading skills for sustained shooting.