NRA Gun Of The Week: Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 3.8" Compact OSP

This review from TheFirearmGuy provides an expert assessment of the Springfield Armory XDM Elite Compact 3.8 in 10mm, comparing it directly to the Glock 29. The instructor highlights its optics-ready slide, smooth flat-faced trigger, ambidextrous controls, and 11-round capacity magazines, which exceed the Glock 29's 10-round capacity. The firearm is praised for its excellent shooting performance with minimal recoil, making it a strong contender for concealed carry.

The speaker, with over 40 years of firearms experience, discusses various handguns and rifles, offering opinions on brands like Kimber, Glock, and SIG Sauer. He emphasizes the importance of proper firearm maintenance, trigger quality, and the debate between hammer-fired and striker-fired platforms. The discussion also touches on Second Amendment rights, gun control legislation in different states, and personal defense strategies, highlighting the need for firearm safety training regardless of carry laws.

This review of the Bull Armory EDC Pro Compact highlights its exceptional performance after over 10,000 rounds. The instructor, Brett from Nightwood Guns, praises its reliability, accuracy, and recoil management, particularly due to its V8 porting and ergonomics. While acknowledging minor wear and potential issues with plated ammunition and grip safety comfort, he concludes it's the best shooting carry gun he has experienced and an incredible value.

This review covers the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 10mm, highlighting its features like a 4-inch barrel, Dark Flat Earth Cerakote finish, and optic-ready slide. The expert reviewer praises the flat-face trigger and aggressive grip texturing, noting its comfortable handling and effective recoil management during range tests. The pistol demonstrated excellent reliability, making it a strong contender for a compact 10mm carry option.

This video provides an overview of ten Glock pistol models, highlighting their design philosophies, intended uses, and key features. It covers iconic models like the Glock 17 and 19, compact options such as the Glock 26 and 43 series, and specialized variants like the Glock 19X, 45, 22, and 34. The discussion emphasizes Glock's core principles of reliability, simplicity, and ease of use, along with their modularity and aftermarket support.

This live stream features Frank Semeraro discussing various firearms, including his positive experience with the new Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 in 10mm and his updated recommendation for the Ruger MAX-9 over the Glock 19. He also touches on legal updates, personal opinions on firearm ownership, and answers viewer questions about different firearm models and calibers. The stream emphasizes practical advice and personal experience from an instructor's perspective.

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.