Guns & Ammo Buzz: Ruger RXM 9mm - An American Alliance

This review of the Ruger RXM highlights its surprising performance and modularity. Expert reviewer Ryan Gresham details the pistol's features, including its optics-ready slide, modular Fire Control Insert (FCI), and Glock-pattern magazine compatibility. The review emphasizes its exceptional reliability, demonstrated by an 8,400-round torture test with zero malfunctions, making it a noteworthy contender in the polymer pistol market.

This review of the Ruger RXM, presented by Brian C. Sheetz, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its unique collaboration with Magpul. Key features include a striker-fired, semi-automatic action, a 4-inch barrel, and a 15-round capacity in 9mm Luger. The RXM is optics-ready for RMR, DeltaPoint Pro, or RMSC sights and boasts an internal chassis system developed by Ruger with a Magpul-designed grip frame. The review highlights its mechanical design, trigger safety, and the absence of a magazine disconnect safety.

This video overhauls the Ruger RXM, transforming it from a budget-friendly option into a high-performance firearm. Key upgrades include the Radiant Ramjet Afterburner for significant recoil and muzzle rise reduction, and the Icarus grip module for enhanced ergonomics and control. The video details how these modifications, along with an optic and magazine extensions, dramatically improve the pistol's feel and performance, making it a more capable platform for various shooting applications.

This video highlights the Ruger RXM as a top-tier 9mm pistol, recommending it over the Glock 19 for new buyers. Key features discussed include the Magpul grip module, Trijicon front night sight, flared magwell, and optic-ready slide.

This video from Tactical Considerations, hosted by Mike, provides an expert-level review of five highly recommended pistols for 2025. Drawing on extensive experience in military, law enforcement, and firearm testing, Mike details the strengths of each firearm, including the Walther PDP Pro-X, Springfield Echelon, Ruger RXM, Glock 47 Gen 5, Smith & Wesson Shield Plus, and Bull Armory TAC PRO. The review covers key features, performance aspects, and price points, offering valuable insights for firearm enthusiasts and potential buyers.

This video provides a range report on the Ruger RXM pistol, highlighting its features and performance after firing 500 rounds. The reviewer found the pistol to be a bargain at $399, noting its comfortable Magpul grip module, Glock Gen 3 compatibility, and optic-ready slide. It performed reliably with both included Magpul magazines and Glock 19 magazines.

This review provides an expert look at the Heizer Defense PS1 Pocket Shotgun, a unique single-shot firearm chambered in .410 and .45 Colt. The video highlights its durable stainless steel or titanium construction, integrated grip storage, and impressive reliability demonstrated through extensive stress testing. Manufactured in Missouri, the PS1 is positioned as a novel option for concealed carry or self-defense, with production and pricing details also discussed.

This review provides an expert look at the Gilboa Snake, a unique double-barrel AR-15 variant. The design, originating from Israel, focuses on maximizing firepower in short engagement windows. Key features include dual magazine wells, a proprietary gas piston system, and independent dual triggers for civilian compliance. The presenter, Liam Brien, demonstrates a high level of technical expertise regarding its operation and legal configurations.

This video compares the recoil of the Desert Eagle in .44 Magnum and .50 AE calibers. The .44 Mag features a new muzzle brake, while the .50 AE uses a 300-grain Speer Gold Dot. Simultaneous firing highlights the visual difference in muzzle flip and recoil impulse between the two powerful handguns.

This video provides an expert analysis of 9mm vs. .45 ACP performance using high-speed cameras. Instructors Patrick Sweeney and Jim Tarr from Guns & Ammo demonstrate how factors like bullet mass and energy affect recoil, slide cycling, and muzzle rise, concluding that 9mm generally offers superior control.