Sinterfire .380 ACP Ballistic Gel Test Special Duty Self Defense - Sig P238

The Sig P238 Spartan is presented as a fast-shooting pocket pistol in .380 ACP, ideal for concealed carry and self-defense. Its .380 caliber offers advantages in follow-up shot speed. The review highlights rapid fire capabilities in challenging snowy conditions and notes the Spartan edition's unique aesthetics and slightly increased weight compared to standard P238 models.

This video provides a first look at the Sig Sauer P238 pistol, tested in extreme cold weather. The reviewer highlights its compact size, flat shooting characteristics, and satisfactory performance for its intended use as a concealed carry or EDC firearm. The P238 is chambered in .380 ACP with a 7+1 capacity.

This review compares the Springfield 911 ($198) and the Sig Sauer P238 Spartan ($440) for pocket carry. Despite the significant price difference, the Springfield 911 is highlighted for its superior trigger quality, even outperforming the more expensive Sig Sauer in this regard. Both pistols were tested for performance and handling at an outdoor range.

This review covers the Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 380, highlighting its exceptional value at $125, which includes a holster, two magazines, and a lockbox. The firearm demonstrated reliable function during live-fire testing, with the speaker noting its aggressive ejection pattern and surprising power for a subcompact. It's presented as a solid entry-level option for self-defense and concealed carry.

The Springfield Hellcat .380 is presented as a top-tier .380 ACP pistol, particularly for concealed carry. The review highlights its significantly reduced recoil compared to its 9mm counterpart, making it easier to manage during rapid fire. Its compact size and effectiveness are emphasized, earning it the moniker 'nasty pocket rocket'.

This video from Springfield Armory features the Hellcat pistol chambered in .380 ACP. The content includes a discussion and potential rant regarding the .380 caliber, comparing it as either an upgrade or a downgrade to other options. The analysis focuses on the viability and performance of the .380 Hellcat for various applications.

This video compares the terminal performance of five common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) by shooting watermelons. The test demonstrates a significant increase in destructive power from .22LR up to .45 ACP, with the larger calibers causing more explosive expansion and fragmentation. Specific hollow-point ammunition from Speer, Aguila, and Underwood was used, highlighting the importance of bullet construction for terminal ballistics.

Buckeye Ballistics conducted a comparative test of common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) against concrete blocks. The host, demonstrating significant firearm and ballistics knowledge, emphasized extreme safety precautions due to ricochet risks. The test revealed that while larger calibers showed more damage, none could fully penetrate the concrete block's second wall, suggesting limitations for self-defense scenarios against hardened barriers.

This Taurus TX22 review details its performance with various .22 LR ammunition. While initially reliable with CCI Mini-Mags and cycling standard velocity rounds well, it encountered malfunctions with sub-sonic and high-velocity loads. A catastrophic failure occurred due to a squib load followed by a second shot, resulting in a bulged barrel and damaged magazine.

This video compares the terminal ballistics of .22LR, .22WMR, and .17HMR rimfire cartridges using cantaloupes as targets. The .22LR showed a clean pass-through with minor damage, the .22WMR caused an explosive front-face disintegration, and the .17HMR, despite its speed, disintegrated internally with no exit. The test highlights how different rimfire rounds perform on soft tissue simulants.