Gun Of The Week: Smith & Wesson Performance Center M&P9 M2.0 Metal Carry Comp

This review provides an expert look at the CZ Shadow 2 Compact, highlighting its suitability for both concealed carry and competition. The instructor, demonstrating experienced authority, details its features including the optic-ready slide, ambidextrous safety, and aluminum alloy frame. Key takeaways include its out-of-the-box readiness for competition and its compact design derived from the larger Shadow 2 model.

This video provides a first look at the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 Performance Center Carry Comp. Key updates include improved iron sights with less play for better accuracy, deeper side serrations, and top serrations. While the porting offers some recoil mitigation, it's less pronounced than on larger firearms due to the smaller caliber and port size. The frame is identical to the original Bodyguard 2.0 and cross-compatible with its magazines.

This review of the Smith & Wesson Performance Center Bodyguard 2.0, presented by firearms expert Sootch00, highlights its advanced features for concealed carry. Key takeaways include the effectiveness of the compensated slide and barrel for recoil management, improved ergonomics, and its suitability as a deep concealment option. The review also touches on comparisons with other popular micro-compacts and the ongoing debate between .380 ACP and 9mm for self-defense.

This review of the CZ Shadow 2 Compact highlights its exceptional machining quality, drawing parallels to the iconic CZ75. The presenter praises its accuracy, smooth trigger pull, and features like the oversized, reversible magazine release and optics-ready slide. However, the absence of a decocker and firing pin safety are noted as significant drawbacks for concealed carry, despite its overall excellent performance and build quality.

This review of the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 Carry Comp highlights its performance center features, including a ported barrel for recoil reduction and an aluminum frame. The reviewer praises the updated slide serrations for improved traction and the overall aesthetics. Testing indicates a subtle but noticeable reduction in muzzle lift, particularly with faster shooting and hollow-point ammunition.

This review covers the Ruger P90 chambered in 45 ACP, highlighting its 1911-style design with a stainless steel slide and aluminum alloy frame. The firearm features a single/double-action trigger, a decocker, and a unique slide stop mechanism that automatically engages. Despite being out of production, the P90 is praised for its reliability, shootability, and value, especially for those seeking a robust 45 ACP option.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.