GOOD Budget 10mm AMMO?....AAC 180 Grain XTP Self-Defense Ammo Ballistic Gel Test!

This video from SPN Firearms provides an in-depth look at anticipated Glock Gen 6 handgun releases, drawing on industry insights. The discussion highlights significant shifts, including the discontinuation of .357 SIG and .45 GAP models, and the introduction of new .380 ACP options. Expert predictions cover updated slimline models with higher capacities and the return of popular .45 ACP and .40 S&W platforms.

This video offers a comprehensive review and opinion on various firearms and calibers. The speaker, with over 40 years of experience, discusses his preferences for 10mm handguns, critiques Glock's product strategy, and recommends specific firearms for home defense and shooters with limited hand strength. He also shares insights on the obsolescence of .40 S&W and suggests budget-friendly optics.

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.

The 9mm caliber, once dominant, is seeing a quiet shift in popularity towards higher-powered options like the 10mm and the faster 5.7x28mm. This trend is driven by a renewed interest in firearm power and availability, with manufacturers now offering compact 10mm options and a growing list of brands producing 5.7x28mm firearms. While 9mm remains prevalent, these two calibers are experiencing significant growth.

This video features Mr. Madness conducting an ice penetration test comparing seven different calibers from .22LR to suppressed 5.56 NATO. The test visually demonstrates the significant increase in penetration power and ice displacement as caliber increases, with the 5.56 NATO round creating the largest crater. The host provides a clear, comparative analysis of each caliber's impact.

Frank Semeraro, a prolific firearms reviewer, discusses his current EDC rotation, including a Springfield Hellcat Pro and a Glock 29. He shares insights on building a custom Glock 21, recommends specific revolvers like the Uberti El Patron and Colt Python, and offers opinions on Glock generations, favoring Gen 3. Semeraro also touches on proposed New Jersey gun laws and highlights quality holster options from Nate Tactical.

This review covers the Mossberg Maverick 88, a budget-friendly 12-gauge pump-action shotgun, highlighting its simplicity and reliability for home defense. It details a comparison with the Mossberg 500/590, a full field strip, and the use of the Opsol Mini-Clip adapter with Aguila Minishells to increase capacity and ensure reliable cycling. Range tests confirm the adapter's necessity for 100% Minishell reliability.

This test evaluates Federal Syntech Defense 9mm SJHP ammunition using a Canik Mete MC9 and Glock 17. The ammo consistently segmented into three petals and a core, with the core penetrating 18-18.5 inches and segments stopping around 9 inches. Velocity averaged 1033 fps from the MC9 and 1094 fps from the G17, demonstrating high consistency.

The Taurus Model 856 in .38 Special is a capable snub-nose revolver, offering a smooth trigger and good accuracy for its class. It performs well in both single and double-action at typical defensive ranges, with comfortable grips aiding recoil management. The 856 proves to be a reliable and aesthetically pleasing option for concealed carry or self-defense.

This review tests three .380 ACP ammunition types in a Ruger LCP Max with a heavy clothing barrier over ballistic gel. The Winchester 95gr FMJ, Underwood 90gr Xtreme Penetrator, and Federal 99gr Hydra-Shok Deep were evaluated for penetration and expansion. Despite being FMJ, the Winchester proved to be the most effective due to superior penetration, outperforming premium defensive rounds that failed to expand.