Kimber Rapide Scorpius 10mm Review & Shoot

This video features a comparison of five different 1911 pistols, including a brand-new Dan Wesson Specialist, a WWII-era Remington Rand, a used SIG Sauer GSR, a Kimber Classic Lightweight, and a Colt Series 70 Gold Cup National Match. The participants, including a firearms instructor and a beginner shooter, provide their impressions on handling, recoil, trigger feel, and accuracy. While all guns performed reasonably well, the Dan Wesson Specialist and the SIG Sauer GSR were highlighted for their performance and feel.

This video features a review and range test of the Rock Island Armory (RIA) 1911 pistol. The host discusses its aesthetics, including the grips and coloring, and compares it to other 1911 models. Shooting impressions highlight its feel, accuracy, and the effectiveness of its VZ grips. The video also touches on the historical significance and accessibility of 1911 platforms.

The Dan Wesson DWX is presented as a hybrid firearm, blending the ergonomic, low-bore-axis characteristics of the CZ Shadow 2 with the performance and trigger of a 1911 platform. It offers a full steel frame for stability, a single-action-only trigger around 3 lbs, and a double-stack capacity of 18-19 rounds. The design aims for a balance of speed and control, making it suitable for dynamic shooting without feeling uncontrollable.

This review of the FN 510 Tactical highlights its potential as a hiking or bear defense pistol, particularly due to its 10mm caliber and 22-round magazine capacity. While the reviewer initially expressed reservations about FN handguns, the 510 Tactical impressed with its improved trigger, suppressor height sights, and overall shooting performance, despite noticeable recoil and tight magazines. The firearm's ability to withstand the recoil of the 10mm round, unlike previous experiences with other 10mm pistols, makes it a strong contender for the reviewer's future carry needs.

This expert review of the Nighthawk DS9, presented by Hwansik Kim, offers an in-depth look at its performance and features. Kim, an experienced shooter, provides a detailed assessment of the trigger pull, ergonomics, and accuracy, comparing it to high-end alternatives like Atlas and Glock. The review highlights the DS9's tactical-friendly features and balanced feel, concluding with a positive purchase recommendation.

This review covers the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 in 10mm, highlighting its features like a ported barrel, optics cut, and 15-round capacity. The firearm is presented as a stout yet controllable option suitable for both personal defense and backwoods protection. The instructional tone from an experienced speaker provides practical insights into its handling and potential applications.

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.