Shield RMSx - competition optic on RMSc footprint - 1500 round review

This video from the "I Carry" series showcases the CZ Shadow 2 Carry 9mm pistol, highlighting its features for everyday carry. The review details its all-metal construction, moderate size for a compact pistol, and traditional double-action/single-action (DA/SA) mechanism. It emphasizes the pistol's optics-ready slide (RMSc footprint), iron sights, and ergonomic design. The video contrasts it with polymer-frame, striker-fired options, positioning the Shadow 2 Carry as a premium choice for those who prefer the feel and safety of a DA/SA system for concealed carry, while also mentioning a CRKT Fial pocketknife and a Falco A133 leather holster.

This video debunks the myth that an AR-15 round would 'blow off' an ear by conducting a practical experiment with pig ears. The results show that even high-velocity rounds like 5.56mm and .223 Remington, as well as heavier calibers like 45-70 and 8.6 Blackout, create small, clean holes through thin tissue, similar to a hole punch. The host explains this is because the tissue is too thin for the bullet to transfer enough energy for catastrophic cavitation, unlike in ballistics gel.

This short showcases high-performance 'Space Guns' from the Open Division at the Double Tap Championship. It highlights custom 2011-style pistols, specialized race holsters from brands like Safariland and Double Alpha Academy, and features a first-person view of a shooter using a frame-mounted red dot optic during a stage. The video emphasizes the advanced technology and customization involved in top-tier competition handguns.

Tim Herron, a USPSA Grand Master, explains efficient iron sight usage by contrasting traditional front sight focus with a target-oriented approach. He advocates using the rear sight for gross aiming and the front sight for fine-tuning, likening it to a backhoe vs. spade. Training with red dots can improve iron sight performance by fostering target focus.

This review compares the Staccato P, Springfield Armory Prodigy, and Bul Armory Tac 4.25, focusing on manufacturing, ergonomics, trigger, and shooting dynamics. The Bul Armory Tac 4.25 demonstrated superior reliability with tested ammunition and offered the crispest trigger. The Prodigy was the softest shooting but had a noticeable grip safety gap and feeding issues. The Staccato P offered a good balance but was also susceptible to feeding issues with certain ammo.