The Best 5.7 Pistol in 2025? Ranking Every 5.7 Handgun

This review of the Kel-Tec PR57 highlights its innovative, compact design, chambered in 5.7x28mm. The firearm features a unique blind magazine system holding 20 rounds, a cylindrical slide for easy manipulation, and a rotary locking mechanism. It's designed for affordability and concealability, challenging traditional handgun design norms.

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 video explores the evolving landscape of handgun calibers, moving beyond the traditional 9mm. The presenter, Ted from Line 45, details several alternative calibers gaining traction in 2025, including 30 Super Carry for increased capacity in compacts, 5.7x28mm for flat trajectory and speed, 10mm for significant power and penetration, 357 SIG for barrier penetration and velocity, and 22TCM for rifle-like speed in a pistol platform. The discussion highlights the specific advantages and use cases for each caliber, suggesting a shift towards more specialized choices for concealed carry and self-defense.

This review of the Kel-Tec PR57 highlights its unique features, including a non-detachable magazine loaded via stripper clips, a thin profile ideal for concealed carry, and a rotating barrel system for soft recoil. Despite initial skepticism, the reviewer found the PR57 to be surprisingly functional and reliable, offering 5.7x28mm ballistics in a comfortable-to-shoot package. Key considerations include limited holster options and a high optic mount.

This video reviews five firearms renowned for their exceptionally low recoil, making them easier to shoot accurately and faster. It covers a range of categories including subcompact pistols, competition 9mm handguns, pistol caliber carbines, futuristic 5.7mm pistols, and a high-performance 12-gauge shotgun. The focus is on how engineering and design choices mitigate felt recoil, enhancing the shooting experience for various skill levels and applications.

This video reviews five firearms lauded for their exceptionally low recoil, making them fun and fast to shoot. The selection spans various categories, from concealed carry pistols like the Ruger Security-380 and the high-end Nighthawk TRS Comp, to a pistol-caliber carbine (Stribog SP9A3), a 5.7x28mm handgun (Smith & Wesson M&P 5.7), and a competition 12-gauge shotgun (TTI 3G Gen12). The presenter emphasizes speed, smooth shooting characteristics, and the ability to stay on target with minimal recoil impulse.

This video, presented by Alex C of TFBTV, identifies five of the most reliable firearms across different categories. The assessment focuses on mechanical simplicity, historical production numbers, and documented performance in demanding conditions. The chosen firearms include the Glock (handgun), Uzi (SMG), Mauser 98 (bolt-action rifle), Remington 870 (shotgun), and IWI Galil (self-loading rifle), with detailed explanations for each selection based on expert criteria.

This guide details the process of loading and firing a cap and ball revolver, emphasizing the multi-step procedure required for each shot. It highlights the historical significance but impracticality for modern concealed carry. The video features Alex C., a recognized firearms expert from TFBTV, demonstrating the techniques with technical accuracy and a humorous tone.

This video from TFB TV, hosted by James Reeves, provides an expert-level comparison of the Ruger Mini-14 and the AR-15, highlighting eight key areas where the Mini-14 may be considered superior. Reeves, demonstrating high authority with technical terminology and empirical testing, details advantages in low profile, stock trigger quality, maneuverability due to its operating system, sight radius, piston operation, accuracy improvements in modern variants, CHF barrels, and stainless steel construction. While acknowledging the AR-15's modularity and ergonomics, the Mini-14 is presented as a compelling alternative for specific use cases.

This video from TFBTV explores five excellent surplus rifles available for under $500, focusing on their historical significance, operational features, and current market value. The hosts, Alex C and Patrick R, demonstrate a high level of expertise, discussing specific models like the Lee Enfield, Yugo Mauser 98, Swiss K31, MAS 49/56, SKS, and Mosin Nagant M38. They highlight the affordability of these firearms and the availability of surplus ammunition, making them attractive options for collectors and shooters alike.