This Is The WORST Carry GUN! (Awful Handguns for CCW)

Published on November 29, 2022
Duration: 13:01

This video critiques 11 compact handguns deemed unsuitable for concealed carry, highlighting their drawbacks in size, weight, capacity, recoil, and practicality. It contrasts these with recommended alternatives that offer better concealability and effectiveness for self-defense. The presenter emphasizes that while some firearms are enjoyable for range use or specific applications, they often fail as everyday carry options.

Quick Summary

Many popular handguns are unsuitable for concealed carry due to their size, weight, capacity, or impracticality. Firearms like derringers, large Magnum revolvers, rifle caliber pistols, and traditional 1911s often fail as effective CCW options because they are too bulky, heavy, or slow to operate under stress.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: The Compact Handgun Market
  2. 00:19Number 11: Derringers (e.g., Bond Arms)
  3. 00:54Alternative: Ruger LCP / LCP II
  4. 01:11Number 10: Big Magnum Revolvers
  5. 01:51Alternative: Ruger LCR in .327 Federal Magnum
  6. 02:15Number 9: Rifle Caliber Pistols
  7. 02:53Alternative: Ruger 57
  8. 03:21Number 8: Most Surplus Pistols (e.g., Tokarev TT-33, CZ 52)
  9. 04:09Alternative: Walther PPK Series
  10. 04:28Number 7: .410 Revolvers
  11. 05:06Alternative: S&W 686 Revolver
  12. 05:26Number 6: Magnum Research Desert Eagle .50 AE
  13. 06:10Number 5: Smith & Wesson Model 29
  14. 06:52Number 4: FN FNX-45 Tactical
  15. 07:46Number 3: Smith & Wesson X-Frame (.460 S&W Magnum)
  16. 08:43Number 2: Glock 40 Gen 4 MOS
  17. 09:15Alternative: Glock 29 (10mm)
  18. 09:21Alternative: Glock 21 (.45 ACP)
  19. 09:42Number 1: 1911s
  20. 12:55Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are derringers considered bad for concealed carry?

Derringers are poor choices for concealed carry due to their limited two-shot capacity, single-action-only trigger, small grips, and short barrels. These features result in significant recoil, slow follow-up shots, and a very slow reload time, making them impractical for self-defense.

What makes large Magnum revolvers unsuitable for concealed carry?

Large Magnum revolvers chambered in powerful calibers like .44 Magnum or .454 Casull are generally too big, heavy, and difficult to conceal for everyday carry. Their immense power is also often excessive for typical self-defense scenarios, and follow-up shots can be challenging.

Are rifle caliber pistols a good option for concealed carry?

No, rifle caliber pistols are generally not recommended for concealed carry. Firing rounds like 5.56x45mm or 7.62x39mm from a short pistol barrel produces excessive flash and concussion, offers poor ballistic performance, and makes the firearm unreliable for self-defense.

Why are traditional 1911 pistols often not ideal for concealed carry?

Traditional 1911 pistols, especially government models, are heavy (around 3-4 lbs loaded), large (over 8 inches long), and have low capacity (7+1 or 8+1 in .45 ACP). This makes them cumbersome to carry discreetly and less efficient compared to many modern, lighter, and higher-capacity alternatives.

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