Liberty Ammo: Proven Performance | SHOT Show 2025

This video discusses the appropriateness of fragmenting ammunition for self-defense, contrasting it with frangible and standard hollow-point rounds. The speaker, drawing on insights from medical professionals, expresses concerns about the brutality and potential legal ramifications of fragmenting ammo, particularly brands like RIP. While acknowledging its effectiveness in incapacitating targets, the primary focus remains on the ethical and legal considerations for civilian self-defense.

This video provides an expert-level demonstration of which handgun rounds can defeat NIJ Level 3A body armor. The 1ShotTV host, with high authority and extensive experience, tests specialized ammunition like Liberty Civil Defense .357 Sig and Underwood 10mm Extreme Penetrator, alongside common calibers, using ballistic gel and cinder blocks. The results highlight how modern ammunition technology can overcome standard soft armor, with a .45-70 Government round showing extreme destructive power.

This video details a ballistics test of Liberty Ammunition's Civil Defense .40 S&W rounds, focusing on their performance in gel blocks after being fired from Glock 27 and Glock 22 pistols. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, analyzes velocity, fragmentation patterns, and penetration depth, noting the ammunition's consistency and effectiveness despite his personal reservations about its lightweight design.

This guide details the tactical modification of a Rossi 92 rifle in .357 Magnum, incorporating Midwest Industries furniture, a Burris red dot, and a Streamlight weapon light. It includes insights from expert ballistics testing using Clear Ballistics gel and a Ballistics Dummy Lab head, demonstrating the terminal performance of .357 Magnum and .38 Special loads. The host, exhibiting high authority, emphasizes the rifle's effectiveness as a modern self-defense platform.

This video details a ballistic gel test comparing Liberty Ammunition's 10mm Civil Defense (60gr) and Overwatch (70gr) loads. The test measures velocities, penetration, fragmentation, and weight retention, highlighting the performance differences between the lighter, faster Civil Defense and the heavier, slightly slower Overwatch. The presenter notes the consistent fragmentation of both rounds but expresses reservations about their unpredictable flight paths after fragmentation.

This video details an 'ammo hunt' haul, featuring various ammunition types acquired from Rural King and a local shop, along with an online order. The presenter discusses specific calibers like 50 AE, 223 Remington, 22 Magnum, 9mm Luger, 45 Colt, and 7.62x51mm, noting prices and availability. It highlights new test items, including PMC Bronze soft points, T-Series 9mm, and Liberty Ammunition's Civil Defense in 45 Colt, intended for future testing.

This video demonstrates a realistic home invasion self-defense scenario using force-on-force training with Simunition. Expert instruction from Chris Cerino highlights the importance of tactical techniques like the 'Shoulder Bump' for improved weapon handling and cover utilization. The training emphasizes stress inoculation and identifying areas for improvement to increase survivability.

This guide, based on instruction from Mike Seeklander, a professional trainer and competitive shooter, details tactical movement and cover techniques. It emphasizes proactive avoidance, proper use of cover, and minimizing exposure when engaging threats. The techniques are demonstrated using various firearms and accessories, highlighting practical application in self-defense scenarios.

This video demonstrates critical self-defense principles through simulated real-world scenarios, emphasizing the importance of situational awareness, cover, and verbal de-escalation. Instructor Chris Cerino, a high-authority figure, guides participants through mistakes made in high-stress situations and provides actionable training to improve performance. The content highlights the necessity of practical, stress-inoculated training beyond basic concealed carry.

This guide details the operation and shooting of the North American Arms (NAA) Ranger II mini revolver, focusing on its unique break-top design. Expert Ryan Gresham highlights the ease of loading/unloading and its historical appeal, while demonstrating effective shooting techniques for this compact firearm. The Ranger II is presented as a capable option for concealed carry and range enjoyment.