Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Review and Shoot 9mm S&W

This video showcases several new and updated firearms released in 2026, covering a range of categories from PDWs and concealed carry pistols to AR-style platforms and precision bolt-action rifles. It highlights technical specifications, design features, and intended applications for each firearm, providing insights into advancements in firearm technology and manufacturing. The presenter offers a mixed sentiment, appreciating the innovation while noting the premium pricing of some models.

This video reviews two budget-friendly Taurus handguns, the 740 Slim and the PT140 Pro, highlighting their value for under $200. The instructor emphasizes that while he reviews .40 S&W models, 9mm variants are typically available. He praises the ergonomics, triggers, and reliability of these often-overlooked firearms, suggesting they offer excellent performance for their price point, making them viable options for concealed carry and self-defense.

The Staccato C4X is presented as a highly capable, compact 2011 pistol suitable for concealed carry and competition. The review highlights its all-steel slide and barrel, aluminum frame, and polymer grip, noting its compatibility with Glock magazines. Key features include an integrated expansion chamber for muzzle flatness, an ambidextrous safety and slide stop, and a crisp single-action trigger. The presenter found it reliable over 3,000 rounds and accurate enough for competitive shooting, ultimately choosing it as his new CCW over a full-size model due to its balance of shootability and concealability.

This video provides an in-depth review and comparison of the Kimber CDS9 and CDS9 Classic pistols, highlighting their suitability as 9mm concealed carry firearms, especially for summer. The presenter emphasizes the significant price drops on these models, making them competitive with other popular micro-compacts. Key aspects discussed include shootability, capacity, trigger performance, ergonomics, and overall value proposition compared to firearms like the Glock 26, Glock 43X, SIG P365 XMacro, and Springfield Hellcat.

This video explores the growing trend of compact Pistol Caliber Carbines (PCCs), often referred to as 'backpack guns,' focusing on four 9mm models. The presenter, 'A Regular Gun Guy,' shares his personal experience and opinions on the Orr Armament SLR-9, Grand Power Stribog SP9A3, Springfield Hellion, and Sentry Arms AP-5. He highlights their suitability for concealed carry, ease of use for new shooters, and their increasing popularity in the firearms market.

This video explores emerging handgun calibers that are gaining traction as alternatives to the ubiquitous 9mm. It highlights the .30 Super Carry for increased capacity in compact frames, the 5.7x28mm for its flat trajectory and reduced recoil, the 10mm for its significant power increase, the .357 SIG for barrier penetration, and the .22 TCM for its rifle-like velocity in a pistol platform. The presenter, Ted from Line 45, suggests these calibers offer solutions to specific shooting needs that 9mm may not always address.

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.