Ruger LCP II ammo testing reliability. Gave Winchester super X another try, this time good results

This review of the Smith & Wesson M&P 22X highlights its ergonomics, trigger feel, and ambidextrous controls, which are reminiscent of the standard M&P line. The firearm demonstrated a preference for standard velocity .22 LR ammunition for optimal accuracy, with higher velocity rounds leading to less consistent groups. The reviewer also details how to adjust the rear sight, a process made simple with an accessible Allen screw.

This video provides an in-depth accuracy test of the CMMG .22LR conversion kit for AR-15 platforms, comparing its performance to standard 5.56/.223 ammunition. The instructor, with apparent experience in firearms testing, details the impact of rifle twist rates on .22LR accuracy and evaluates several .22LR ammunition types at 50 yards. The results indicate an average group size of approximately 2.5 inches, with CCI Standard Velocity performing best, highlighting the kit's suitability for plinking and training rather than precision shooting.

This video details extensive ammunition testing for the Ruger LCP II in .22 Long Rifle. The reviewer found that round-nose ammunition, particularly CCI Mini Mags and Federal 36 Grain Jacketed Hollow Points, consistently performed reliably. Flat-nose projectiles, like Winchester Super X, often experienced feeding issues due to their profile, though smaller truncated hollow points like Remington Yellow Jackets fed better. The manual recommends high-velocity ammo, but consistent feeding is paramount for this firearm.

This video from GFG provides an expert review of 10 firearms that are currently experiencing poor sales and are considered poor investments. The speaker, an experienced firearms enthusiast, details specific issues with each model, including reliability problems, market saturation, high ammunition costs, and brand perception. The analysis covers a range of pistols and rifles, offering insights into why certain firearms are not moving off gun store shelves in 2026.

The video showcases an extensive collection of .22 caliber firearms, including rifles, pistols, and revolvers, as the creator fulfills a subscriber milestone promise. The presenter demonstrates shooting a vast array of firearms, ranging from lever-action rifles and bolt-action precision rifles to semi-automatic pistols and revolvers, highlighting specific models and their performance. The content provides a comprehensive overview of the creator's .22 LR and .22 Magnum collection, offering brief shooting impressions and showcasing the diversity within the caliber.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides an objective, experimental comparison of various 'mouse guns' and their effectiveness against watermelons, simulating terminal ballistics. The expert reviewer, John, demonstrates the performance of .22LR, .22WMR, .25ACP, .32ACP, and .380ACP calibers using specific defensive ammunition. The .380ACP Ruger LCP delivered the most significant damage, highlighting its role as a minimum for self-defense, while even less powerful rounds like .22 Short showed surprising effectiveness due to bullet design.

This review focuses on a vintage 1980s Smith & Wesson Model 60 'no dash' revolver, identified as a new favorite by the reviewer. The expert firearm collector highlights key vintage features such as the pinned barrel, hammer-mounted firing pin, and original wooden grips. The revolver's history of ownership in Concord, Massachusetts, adds to its provenance.

This review by Cranky Gun Reviews provides a detailed, analytical comparison of three minimalistic .22LR survival rifles: the Chiappa Little Badger, Ruger 10/22 Takedown, and Henry US Survival. The expert reviewer assesses each rifle based on critical survival criteria including deployment speed, portability, weight, capacity, ergonomics, sights, floating ability, and price, offering practical insights for choosing the best option for specific needs.

This review of the Savage Model 301 break-action shotgun highlights its budget-friendly nature, ideal for survival scenarios. The expert demonstrates its simple operation, safety features like the hammer block transfer bar, and easy two-piece takedown for portability. Performance with various .410 bore ammunition types is discussed, along with its value proposition under $200.

This guide details a DIY approach to handloading 410 shotshells, focusing on cost savings and utilizing repurposed tools alongside specific MEC press components. The process involves trimming 3-inch shells to 2.5 inches, depriming, resizing with a dedicated die, and priming. It then covers measuring powder (14 grains of Winchester 296), seating wads, adding shot (half an ounce of #6), and performing both pre-crimping and final crimping using MEC accessories. The presenter emphasizes the challenges of achieving perfect crimps without a full MEC press setup.