Copper Heartstopper!...CorBon DPX .40 S&W Self-Defense AMMO Test!

This video provides a detailed ballistic test of Underwood's 155 Grain XTP .40 S&W ammunition, fired from both a Glock 27 (3.5-inch barrel) and a Glock 22 (4.5-inch barrel). The instructor, with clear expertise in firearms and ballistics, demonstrates the ammunition's performance in gel blocks behind a heavy clothing barrier, measuring velocity, expansion, and penetration. The results indicate excellent performance for self-defense, with consistent expansion and penetration across different barrel lengths, though the shorter barrel of the G27 produces more noticeable recoil.

This video from SHOT Show 2025 features Liberty Ammunition, highlighting their performance-based, non-lead ammunition. Gary Ramy discusses the company's focus on creating lighter, faster, and more effective self-defense rounds. The segment includes extensive ballistic gel testing across various calibers, demonstrating superior penetration, expansion, and energy transfer compared to conventional ammunition, with a particular emphasis on stopping threats effectively.

This video tests Winchester White Box 9mm Luger ammunition (115gr and 147gr HP) through a 16-inch barrel Henry Homesteader carbine. It provides detailed velocity data from a chronograph at 28 yards and ballistic gel performance, including expansion and penetration measurements. The instructor notes that while the ammunition performs adequately, its current price point makes it less of a budget option compared to other high-performing rounds.

This video details a comprehensive ballistic gel test of Hornady Custom 147 Grain 9mm ammunition, conducted by an experienced instructor. The test evaluates projectile performance through a heavy clothing barrier using two different handguns, the Canik Mete MC9 and FN 509, with detailed analysis of velocity, penetration, expansion, and weight retention. The instructor provides expert insights into the effectiveness of this ammunition for self-defense based on the empirical data gathered.

This expert-level guide, informed by a firearms instructor, details the shift away from traditional hollow points in 2025-2026 due to advancements in defensive ammunition. It covers Solid Copper Hollow Points, Fluted Solids, Tumble-on-Impact rounds, Bonded Jacketed Hollow Points, and Ballistic Tip ammunition, highlighting their performance characteristics, barrier penetration capabilities, and suitability for various firearm platforms and legal restrictions. The information emphasizes consistency, control, and versatility in critical situations.

The video discusses the critical debate between bullet penetration and expansion in self-defense ammunition. The speaker, Yankee, leans towards penetration, believing it's more crucial for reaching vital organs, especially when encountering barriers like windshields or car doors. While expansion creates a larger wound channel, insufficient penetration can render it ineffective. The discussion highlights that achieving maximum of both is often not feasible, and a balance is sought, with different calibers and bullet designs offering varying trade-offs.

This guide details the field strip and reassembly process for the Mossberg Maverick 88 shotgun, as demonstrated by the Tools&Targets host. It covers the removal and reinstallation of key internal components, emphasizing the platform's simplicity for maintenance. The host, possessing high authority and hands-on experience, provides practical insights into the shotgun's design and operation.

This video details a comprehensive terminal ballistics test of Federal Syntech Defense 9mm ammunition. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, uses professional equipment like LabRadar and standardized protocols to evaluate projectile performance in ballistic gel through a clothing barrier. The test compares results from a Canik Mete MC9 and a Glock 17 Gen 4, providing objective data on velocity, segmentation, and penetration depth.

This video provides an expert-level unboxing and range test of the Taurus Model 856 .38 Special revolver. The host, an experienced firearms enthusiast, conducts empirical trigger weight testing and side-by-side comparisons. He demonstrates proficiency in both single and double-action shooting, achieving tight groups at various distances and with different ammunition types. The review highlights the revolver's accuracy, reliability, and comfortable handling, recommending it as a solid choice for a .38 Special snub-nose.

This comprehensive review from Tools&Targets analyzes the performance of three top .380 ACP ammunition loads: Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep, Underwood Xtreme Penetrator, and Winchester 95-grain FMJ. Using a Ruger LCP Max and standardized ballistic gel testing through a heavy clothing barrier, the analysis provides objective data on velocity, penetration, and expansion. The expert assessment highlights the practical implications for concealed carry and self-defense scenarios.