Hornady Custom .25ACP 35gr JHP Ballistic Gel Test & Review 25 Auto

This video provides a ballistic gel test and review of Hornady Custom 10mm Auto ammunition featuring the 180-grain XTP projectile. The presenter, with experience in firearms instruction, tests the ammunition through Glock 20 and Glock 29 handguns, measuring velocity and observing terminal performance in ballistic gel. While the ammunition demonstrated consistent performance and good expansion, it was deemed underpowered for typical 'big dog' 10mm loads when compared to competitors like Buffalo Bore and Underwood.

This video provides an expert-level ballistic gel test comparing Hornady Critical Defense (FTX) and Hornady Custom (XTP) .25 ACP ammunition. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, uses a Beretta 21A Bobcat and a LabRadar chronograph to meticulously analyze terminal ballistics, including velocity, penetration, and projectile expansion. The findings suggest .25 ACP is an underpowered caliber for self-defense, with neither tested hollow-point round expanding effectively.

This video tests Hornady Custom 124-grain XTP 9mm ammunition fired from a 3-inch Taurus GX4 and a 4.5-inch P80. The testing involved chronographing velocities and ballistic gel tests to evaluate expansion and penetration. The results suggest the Custom line is loaded hotter, leading to more consistent XTP expansion compared to other loads tested.

This YouTube video features a ballistic gel test and review of Hornady Custom .40 S&W 180gr XTP ammunition. The creator details various equipment used in their videos, including steel targets, cameras, editing software, hearing protection, safety glasses, ballistic gelatin powder, scales, calipers, denim, range finders, shooting rests, chronographs, target stands, and various splatter targets. The video focuses on the performance characteristics of the specific ammunition in a controlled gel test environment.

This video provides a range review of the Phoenix Arms HP25A chambered in .25 ACP. The reviewer, despite initial low expectations due to the firearm's reputation and low cost, found the pistol to be surprisingly reliable and accurate for its class. The review covers the firearm's basic specifications, safety features, and performance during shooting tests at 10 and 25 yards.

This video discusses the iconic Walther PPK, a handgun that set the standard for concealed carry pocket pistols. The speaker details its history, including its invention in 1929 (PP) and 1931 (PPK), its association with James Bond, and its various chamberings. The video highlights the PPK's straight blowback design and fixed barrel, noting the recoil can be sharp, requiring training. It also touches on the impact of the Gun Control Act of 1968, the introduction of the PPKS, and various manufacturers who have produced the PPK over the years, including Ranger Manufacturing and Smith & Wesson. The speaker offers a strong opinion on the quality of different production runs, favoring the 380 ACP version made in Arkansas and criticizing the 22 LR version made in Germany. The video concludes by addressing Walther's announcement of a multi-year pause on PPK production, attributing it to a focus on modern handguns and potentially lower profit margins on the PPK.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides a practical, albeit unconventional, comparison of five common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) by shooting watermelons. The expert demonstrates varying levels of terminal performance, from the .22LR's significant splitting to the .45 ACP's complete watermelon fragmentation, highlighting the differences in hydraulic shock and expansion. The test utilizes specific hollow-point ammunition, including Speer Gold Dot, Aguila Super Maximum, and Underwood XTP, showcasing their effects.

This video provides a practical, safety-conscious comparison of common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) against concrete blocks. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, details the testing methodology and results, emphasizing the risks of ricochet. None of the tested pistol calibers fully penetrated the concrete block's second wall, suggesting their limitations for certain penetration scenarios.

This review of the Taurus TX22 .22 LR pistol details its features, including a 16+1 capacity and excellent trigger. While initial testing with CCI Mini-Mags was flawless, subsequent tests with various ammunition types revealed cycling issues and culminated in a catastrophic failure. The failure was attributed to a squib load followed by a second shot, causing a barrel bulge and ruptured casing, highlighting potential ammunition inconsistencies. The review provides a detailed look at disassembly and damage assessment.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides an experimental comparison of three popular rimfire calibers: .22LR, .22WMR, and .17HMR, using cantaloupes as ballistic mediums. The host, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the distinct terminal ballistics of each round, highlighting how bullet construction and velocity affect target interaction. The comparison offers practical insights into the performance differences between these rimfire cartridges on soft tissue simulants.