Tisas 1911A1 Service .45acp Review & Shoot

This video features a review and range test of the Rock Island Armory (RIA) 1911 pistol. The host discusses its aesthetics, including the grips and coloring, and compares it to other 1911 models. Shooting impressions highlight its feel, accuracy, and the effectiveness of its VZ grips. The video also touches on the historical significance and accessibility of 1911 platforms.

This video provides an expert-level review of the Charles Daly Nebula 1911 Empire Grade chambered in .45 ACP. The demonstration highlights its unique Nebula PVD finish, laminate wood grips, and performance during live fire. The reviewer, identified as having high authority, showcases proper firearm handling and range safety throughout the segment.

This review highlights the Carabao J 1911, a high-end custom firearm chambered in .45 ACP. The presenter emphasizes its luxurious materials, precision CNC machining, and advanced technology, comparing it to aircraft-grade components. The firearm is noted for its exceptionally smooth recoil and premium feel, positioning it as a status symbol and a collector's item for those with discerning taste and significant financial means.

This review of the Kimber 1911 DS Warrior highlights its surprising performance and quality for its sub-$1,000 price point. The instructor praises its tight slide-to-frame fit, smooth operation, and accurate shooting characteristics, noting it feels comparable to more expensive models. It's presented as an excellent entry-level option for those seeking a double-stack 1911.

The Dan Wesson DWX is presented as a hybrid firearm, blending the ergonomic, low-bore-axis characteristics of the CZ Shadow 2 with the performance and trigger of a 1911 platform. It offers a full steel frame for stability, a single-action-only trigger around 3 lbs, and a double-stack capacity of 18-19 rounds. The design aims for a balance of speed and control, making it suitable for dynamic shooting without feeling uncontrollable.

This video provides a preliminary review of the Fusion Firearms Redemption pistol, highlighting its ported and cut barrel, new grip design, and compatibility with a 60-round magazine. The reviewer notes the pistol's potential but also its finicky nature, assigning it a score of 8.6 and promising a full review soon.

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.