10mm and Tanfoglio and other things

Published on February 10, 2026
Duration: 10:42

Ben Stoeger, a highly experienced competitive shooter and instructor, emphasizes the paramount importance of firearm reliability. He advises that any pistol failing to complete a single range session without multiple malfunctions should be considered 'trash.' Stoeger also contrasts the effectiveness of 10mm for specific threats like large predators with the superior shootability and training benefits of 9mm for general use and competition.

Quick Summary

Ben Stoeger, a highly experienced competitive shooter, stresses that firearm reliability is paramount. He advises that any gun failing to complete a single range session without multiple malfunctions should be considered 'trash.' Stoeger also contrasts 10mm's niche use against predators with 9mm's superior shootability for general defense and competition.

Chapters

  1. 00:0010mm vs 9mm for Woods Carry
  2. 01:46Tanfoglio and CZ Shadow 2 Comparison
  3. 03:41Springfield Prodigy Reliability Assessment
  4. 04:07Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Use
  5. 04:58Shooting Technique and Grip Advice
  6. 06:39Red Dot Reticle Preferences
  7. 08:05Firearm Durability and Round Counts
  8. 09:19Sig P226 and Tanfoglio Marketing Critique

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ben Stoeger's stance on 10mm versus 9mm for general use?

Ben Stoeger believes 9mm is superior for general use, training, competition, and self-defense due to its better shootability and lower recoil, despite 10mm's effectiveness against large predators.

Why did Ben Stoeger stop shooting Tanfoglio pistols?

Stoeger explains that while Tanfoglio pistols were once top-tier, CZ's Shadow 2 surpassed them due to CZ's continued innovation while Tanfoglio remained stagnant. He prefers the performance of modern platforms.

What is Ben Stoeger's advice regarding unreliable firearms?

Stoeger's blunt advice is that if a firearm cannot complete a single range session without multiple malfunctions, it should be considered 'trash' and disposed of, emphasizing reliability as paramount.

What are Ben Stoeger's preferences for red dot sights?

Stoeger prefers simple 2 or 3 MOA dots over circle-dot reticles, arguing that large circles are distracting and less precise for aiming. He notes that most proficient shooters use simple dots.

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