Good News or Blue Box Blues?...Magtech .380 ACP Self-Defense AMMO Ballistic Gel Test & Review!

This video provides a comprehensive ballistic gel test of the Cutting Edge PhD .380 ACP self-defense ammunition. The instructor, with extensive experience, tests the ammunition's performance through a heavy clothing barrier and into ballistic gel, measuring velocity and penetration. While acknowledging the ammunition's ability to fragment as advertised, the instructor expresses a personal preference for rounds offering deeper penetration, particularly in the .380 ACP caliber.

This video presents a ballistic gel test of the new Fiocchi Covert X .380 ACP ammunition, evaluating its performance in short-barreled handguns. The test reveals significant differences in expansion and penetration based on barrel length, with the ammunition failing to expand from a 2.75-inch barrel but showing better results from a 3.8-inch barrel. The reviewer expresses disappointment with the performance from shorter barrels, deeming it a failure for its intended purpose.

This video from Exile Armory LLC showcases a variety of firearms available for purchase, highlighting specific models, calibers, and prices. The presenters discuss new sponsorships, including Base Racing Fuel, and mention other local businesses supporting their racing endeavors. The video also features a segment on firearm safety and a motivational message about kindness and avoiding negativity.

This video conducts a ballistic gel test comparing Remington Golden Saber .380 ACP Standard and Compact variants. The test reveals significant discrepancies between advertised and actual velocities, with both loads performing adequately in gel despite velocity concerns. The compact version demonstrated superior expansion and penetration compared to the standard load.

This video from Exile Armory LLC provides a comprehensive overview of newly arrived firearms and NFA items, including suppressors, pistols, rifles, and shotguns. The presenter, demonstrating experienced authority, details specific models, calibers, features, and pricing for a wide array of firearms. Viewers are encouraged to contact the store for more information or specific inquiries.

This video from ClassicFirearms features instructors Eliza and Jason discussing their top 5 pistols not chambered in 9mm. They cover a range of calibers including 10mm, .22LR, .380 ACP, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP, highlighting features relevant to concealed carry, home defense, and training. The discussion provides insights into recoil management, capacity, and suitability for different shooter skill levels.

This guide details the field strip and reassembly process for the Mossberg Maverick 88 shotgun, as demonstrated by the Tools&Targets host. It covers the removal and reinstallation of key internal components, emphasizing the platform's simplicity for maintenance. The host, possessing high authority and hands-on experience, provides practical insights into the shotgun's design and operation.

This video details a comprehensive terminal ballistics test of Federal Syntech Defense 9mm ammunition. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, uses professional equipment like LabRadar and standardized protocols to evaluate projectile performance in ballistic gel through a clothing barrier. The test compares results from a Canik Mete MC9 and a Glock 17 Gen 4, providing objective data on velocity, segmentation, and penetration depth.

This video provides an expert-level unboxing and range test of the Taurus Model 856 .38 Special revolver. The host, an experienced firearms enthusiast, conducts empirical trigger weight testing and side-by-side comparisons. He demonstrates proficiency in both single and double-action shooting, achieving tight groups at various distances and with different ammunition types. The review highlights the revolver's accuracy, reliability, and comfortable handling, recommending it as a solid choice for a .38 Special snub-nose.

This comprehensive review from Tools&Targets analyzes the performance of three top .380 ACP ammunition loads: Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep, Underwood Xtreme Penetrator, and Winchester 95-grain FMJ. Using a Ruger LCP Max and standardized ballistic gel testing through a heavy clothing barrier, the analysis provides objective data on velocity, penetration, and expansion. The expert assessment highlights the practical implications for concealed carry and self-defense scenarios.