Custom 509 - FN America

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 guide details a comprehensive ballistic gel test procedure for Underwood 9mm +P 115 Grain Sporting JHP ammunition, as demonstrated by an expert instructor. It covers test setup, firearm preparation, velocity and penetration measurements, and projectile analysis, providing critical data for self-defense ammunition evaluation. The expert's methodology ensures reliable and comparable results across different firearm platforms.

This video outlines five key areas Glock could improve on their modern pistols for 2025. The instructor, with extensive experience carrying Glocks, suggests enhancements to the factory trigger's feel and travel, offering a less mushy and more responsive experience. He also proposes adjustable grip angles, deeper slide serrations for better purchase, a more robust MOS system for optics, and a double undercut on the trigger guard to improve ergonomics and recoil management. These modifications aim to elevate the Glock's out-of-the-box performance without compromising its core reliability.

This video details 19 aftermarket upgrades for Glock pistols in 2023, focusing on enhancing ergonomics, performance, and functionality. It covers a range of modifications including improved grips, triggers, sights, barrels, and accessories like lights and magazine extensions. The presenter emphasizes how these upgrades can make Glocks easier to use, more reliable, and more precise for various applications such as concealed carry, home defense, and competition shooting.

This video provides an expert overview of the Agency Arms, Atlas Gunworks, and Alias collaboration firearm, presented by Roger Barrera of QVO Tactical. Key features discussed include the Atlas metal grips, Agency Arms slide serrations, a PVD coated barrel with a unique hexagon crown, and the Agency Optic System (AOS) with a Trijicon RMR HD. The firearm boasts a crisp 2.5 lb trigger pull.

This video provides an in-depth look at the new Osight XR enclosed emitter red dot optic, highlighting its robust 7075-T6 aluminum construction, RMR footprint, and innovative features. The speaker, with high authority, details the unique magnetic charging system with an LED display, the integrated deployable backup sights, and the versatile multi-reticle options (2 MOA dot, 6 MOA dot, 32 MOA circle). The optic boasts an impressive 300,000+ hour battery life and 8 daylight/3 NV brightness settings, making it a practical choice for various firearm platforms.

This video features a critique of a home defense AR-15 build by former Navy SEAL Jeff Gonzales. Key takeaways include the importance of a suppressor for indoor use, the critique of an overly complex sling, and recommendations for reliable optics. The discussion highlights the trade-offs of short-barreled rifles (SBRs) for home defense and emphasizes practical gear selection over complexity.

This guide details the tool-less field stripping process for the Beretta ARX-160, as demonstrated by a Beretta factory representative. It covers the quick-release barrel, stock, trigger group, and bolt assembly, emphasizing ease of maintenance. The representative highlights the rifle's modularity and ambidextrous features, noting its current military availability with future civilian plans.

This entry details the Fostech .50 Cal Drum Magazine, designed for Barrett M107 and 82A1 rifles, featuring a 20-round capacity and billet machined aluminum construction. It also touches upon the Fostech Rader .308 rifle. The information is presented with high technical focus from a manufacturer representative.

This video from ARFCOM News details a ballistic gel test of Remington's 158gr SJHP .357 Magnum ammunition fired from a 16-inch Rossi Model M92 carbine. The test highlights how carbine-length barrels significantly enhance .357 Magnum performance, achieving velocities comparable to some .300 Blackout loads and demonstrating substantial penetration and expansion in ballistic gel. The analysis touches on terminal ballistics theories and the unique behavior of high-velocity pistol rounds fired from rifles.