Does .40 S&W Pack a PUNCH?

This video details a ballistic gel test of Sig V-Crown .40 S&W 165-grain ammunition fired from Glock 22 and Glock 27 pistols. The instructor, with extensive experience testing V-Crowns, highlights impressive expansion and adequate penetration, noting that clothing barriers would increase penetration. The test provides valuable data for those prioritizing expansion in defensive handgun rounds.

Instruction from Ted of Line 45 provides expert insights into building an ammunition stockpile before potential shortages. The guide details which calibers are most vulnerable, like .22 LR and 9mm, and explains the impact of supply chains and import restrictions. It emphasizes strategic stockpiling for different uses, from training to self-defense, to ensure preparedness.

This video reviews ten of the deadliest 9mm self-defense ammunition loads for 2026, focusing on their terminal performance, expansion characteristics, and suitability for various self-defense scenarios. It highlights innovative designs like NovX's poly-copper matrix and Lehigh Defense's Honey Badger, alongside established performers like Federal HST and Speer Gold Dot. The discussion emphasizes the balance between stopping power, penetration, and avoiding over-penetration, offering insights for concealed carry and duty use.

This video details a ballistic gel test of PPU Defense Line .40 S&W 180gr Jacketed Hollow Point ammunition fired from a Glock 22 (4.5-inch barrel) and a Glock 27 (3.5-inch barrel). The test measures muzzle velocities, penetration depths, and projectile expansion. The results indicate limited expansion and significant penetration, with the longer barrel providing a velocity advantage.

This video details a comprehensive ballistic test of CorBon DPX .40 S&W ammunition, featuring a 140-grain solid copper expander projectile. The test utilizes a heavy clothing barrier and ballistic gel, with velocities measured from both a Glock 27 (3.5-inch barrel) and a Glock 22 (4.5-inch barrel). The results demonstrate significant expansion and consistent penetration, highlighting the ammunition's effectiveness for self-defense.

This guide details the installation of the Arredondo +5/+6 Glock Magazine Extension, as demonstrated by Gear And Guns. The process involves disassembling the factory magazine, replacing the spring and follower with the included Arredondo components, and attaching the extension body. The video highlights the secure fit, durable construction, and textured baseplate for improved grip, making it a valuable upgrade for action shooters.

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.