Top 5 Double Stack Compacts For Concealed Carry

This review of the Smith & Wesson M&P Carry Comp 9mm highlights its versatility for concealed carry and combat. The pistol features a 4.2-inch barrel, aluminum frame, and a robust optics mounting system. Notably, it demonstrated exceptional reliability by firing 2000 consecutive rounds without a single malfunction, making it a strong contender in its price range.

This review of the Ruger LCP II in .22LR highlights its 'Light Rack' feature, making it easy to operate. While acknowledging the general unreliability of .22LR ammunition, the reviewer finds this model's ergonomics and ease of racking to be a significant advantage, especially for its intended role as a pocket pistol or backup gun. It's noted to fit LCP Max holsters, and a kydex pocket holster with a push tab is recommended for secure draws.

This review highlights the new Ruger RXM Subcompact, positioning it as a highly reliable and innovative Glock clone with an easily swappable FCU. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, emphasizes its modularity, allowing for caliber conversions and compatibility with Glock magazines. The review details the ease of FCU installation and takedown procedures, comparing it favorably to other systems and noting its excellent ergonomics and concealability.

This video from SPN Firearms provides a comparative look at the Springfield XD-S pistol series across 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP calibers. The review highlights the performance of Doubletap Hollow Point ammunition in each caliber, with specific mention of 200-grain rounds for the .40 S&W. The presenter, demonstrating significant experience with the XD-S platform, also showcases popular holsters like the Hawk Holster Stash and Blacksmith Tactical OWB. The overall assessment praises the XD-S series for its reliability and value, particularly on the used market.

This expert-level review introduces the new HK VP9x Tactical, highlighting its key upgrades for tactical applications. The firearm features suppressor-height sights, a 13.5x1 LH threaded barrel, and an optics-ready slide. It maintains a full-size grip with improved ergonomics, including removed finger grooves and a slightly flared magwell, paired with a shorter compact slide for a unique configuration. The review emphasizes practical features and includes a live-fire demonstration.

This review of the Taurus TX22 highlights significant reliability issues, particularly with .22 Long Rifle ammunition, leading to frequent malfunctions like stovepipes and failures to feed. The reviewer, an experienced firearms instructor, found the pistol to be inaccurate and unsuitable for self-defense, strongly advising against carrying it. The video suggests that Taurus offers better pocket pistol options and that a .380 ACP variant might have been more appropriate.

This "Sweet Gun Sounds Part 2" ASMR short showcases satisfying auditory experiences from various firearms. It features the distinct sounds of an AK-style 9mm pistol, the iconic M1 Garand 'ping', a Smith & Wesson M&P 12 shotgun, an AK rifle with a drum magazine, a Glock pistol in a Kydex holster, and an IWI Tavor X95 bullpup rifle. The video highlights mechanical manipulations and accessory attachments, appealing to firearm enthusiasts through precise audio.

This review compares several handguns considered superior to the Glock 19, highlighting features like higher capacity magazines, optics readiness, improved triggers, and better ergonomics. Models like the FN 509, Sig P320, Walther PDP, CZ P-10 C, and S&W M&P9 M2.0 are presented with their key advantages. The video encourages viewers to explore options beyond Glocks, even while acknowledging Glock's popularity.

For a first gun, striker-fired pistols are recommended for their simplicity and consistent trigger pull. While single-stack 9mms like the M&P Shield are good for concealed carry, their snappiness can be challenging for new shooters. The Glock 19 is a solid all-around choice, but may require sight upgrades. The Sig Sauer P320 stands out for its modularity, allowing easy customization of frames and calibers, making it a top recommendation for beginners.

Modifying internal components on a self-defense carry gun, such as a Glock 23 with an aftermarket trigger shoe and Ghost connector, can lead to dangerous malfunctions. This video demonstrates a critical failure where the pistol fires upon trigger reset, akin to a binary trigger. Such modifications require extensive live-fire testing to ensure safety and reliability for concealed carry.