Is It REALLY "Always Good?"

This video from Banana Ballistics tests the penetration capabilities of various 9mm self-defense rounds through interior drywall. It compares the performance of FMJ, frangible, and several hollow-point bullet designs, including Federal HST, Hornady XTP, Speer Gold Dot, and others, to determine which rounds offer the least wall penetration in a miss scenario and optimal expansion when hitting a target. The testing highlights the importance of bullet design for self-defense effectiveness.

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 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 video provides a detailed comparison and performance test of various 5.7x28mm ammunition types, focusing on the highly sought-after SS190 Black Tip. The presenter, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the recoil characteristics of the FN 5.7 and Ruger 57 pistols. Ballistic gel tests reveal penetration and wound cavity differences between FN Blue Tip, SS198 Green Tip, and SS190 Black Tip. A critical test evaluates each round's ability to penetrate Level IIIA body armor, highlighting the Black Tip's superior performance.

This video provides a practical, experimental guide to understanding how winter clothing can impede self-defense ammunition performance. The host, demonstrating high authority in tactical gear and ammunition testing, uses ballistic gel to show that common JHP rounds in .380 ACP and 9mm Luger often fail to expand when fired through heavy clothing, leading to over-penetration. The 10mm Auto is highlighted as a caliber that can maintain expansion under these conditions.

This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test of DoubleTap's 125-grain solid copper HP 10mm ammunition, evaluated by a firearms instructor. The test assesses velocity, expansion, and weight retention from both a Glock 20 and Glock 29. The instructor concludes that this load offers impressive performance for personal defense, with excellent expansion and 100% weight retention, making it a strong contender for top-tier 10mm defensive rounds.

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.