Top 15 Hilariously Bad Guns I Would Never Carry

Published on May 3, 2024
Duration: 8:52

This video reviews 15 firearms deemed unsuitable for concealed carry, explaining their shortcomings and offering better alternatives. It covers firearms like 410 revolvers, derringers, large magnum revolvers, rifle caliber pistols, certain surplus pistols, the Taurus Curve, and budget 9mm options, highlighting issues such as poor ballistics, size, reliability, and handling.

Quick Summary

Firearms like 410 revolvers, derringers, and rifle caliber pistols are poor choices for concealed carry due to issues such as unpredictable ballistics, limited capacity, excessive recoil, and poor reliability. Novelty firearms should not be trusted for self-defense.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Compact Handguns
  2. 00:21Why 410 Revolvers Fail for Carry
  3. 01:05Better Alternative: Smith & Wesson 686
  4. 01:32Derringers: Cool but Impractical
  5. 02:12Better Alternative: Ruger LCP/LCP2
  6. 02:36Big Magnum Revolvers for Carry
  7. 03:15Better Alternative: Ruger LCR
  8. 03:43Rifle Caliber Pistols for Carry
  9. 04:26Better Alternative: Ruger 57
  10. 04:55Surplus Pistols: Risks and Issues
  11. 05:46Better Alternative: Walther PPK
  12. 06:12Taurus Curve: Flawed Concept
  13. 07:34SCCY CPX: Budget 9mm Problems
  14. 08:44Better Alternative: Canik TP9

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes 410 revolvers a poor choice for concealed carry?

410 revolvers are unsuitable for concealed carry because they lack velocity, have unpredictable buckshot patterns, are large and heavy, and are generally considered novelty items rather than practical self-defense tools.

Why are derringers not recommended for concealed carry?

Derringers offer only two shots, have single-action-only triggers, tiny grips, and very short barrels, resulting in high recoil, slow follow-up shots, and difficult reloads, making them impractical for self-defense.

What are the issues with rifle caliber pistols for concealed carry?

Rifle caliber pistols chambered in rounds like 5.56mm or 7.62x39mm create excessive flash and concussion, deliver poor ballistic performance from short barrels, and are considered novelty items, not reliable defensive tools.

What are common problems with surplus pistols for concealed carry?

Many surplus pistols lack safety features like being drop-safe, have reliability issues (e.g., firing out of battery), poor magazines, and difficulty finding quality defensive ammunition, making them inefficient for concealed carry.

What are the main criticisms of the SCCY CPX series for concealed carry?

The SCCY CPX series is criticized for a very poor trigger with no reset indication and significant reliability issues, often experiencing multiple malfunctions per magazine, making it an unreliable choice for self-defense.

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