Quartermaster: Federal's New Punch Ammo Packs A Punch

This video emphasizes that defensive ammunition selection should be based on performance and testing in the specific firearm, not marketing or brand reputation. Key performance indicators include reliable penetration (12-18 inches FBI benchmark), consistent expansion through barriers like clothing, and controllability for fast follow-up shots. The speaker, Ted from Line 45, highlights that barrel length, gun weight, and recoil tolerance significantly impact ammunition performance, making personal testing crucial.

This video forecasts periodic ammunition shortages for seven popular calibers starting in 2026, driven by increased gun sales and potential civil unrest. The speaker, identified as knowledgeable in firearms and ammunition trends, details the reasons behind the anticipated scarcity for calibers like 9mm, 5.56/.223, 22 LR, 45 ACP, 380 ACP, 10mm Auto, and 6.5 Creedmoor, emphasizing that popular calibers are most affected.

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.

This video details a ballistic gel test of Hornady Custom .40 S&W 180gr XTP ammunition fired from a Glock 35. The test evaluates bullet performance in bare gel and through four layers of denim, measuring penetration depth, retained weight, and expanded diameter. The instructor, demonstrating significant expertise, notes factors like gel calibration and temperature, concluding the ammunition performed well.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of the .40 S&W caliber, specifically testing Federal Punch 165gr JHP ammunition through ballistic gel. The instructor, demonstrating experienced authority, uses a chronograph and detailed measurements to compare performance from different Glock barrel lengths (3.5" and 4.5"). The results showcase the Federal Punch .40 S&W's effectiveness in terms of expansion and penetration, debunking common criticisms of the caliber and this ammunition type.

This video details a ballistic gel test comparing Winchester Silvertip 110gr JHP and Federal Punch 120gr +P JHP .38 Special ammunition through a heavy clothing barrier. The test, conducted by an experienced instructor using a Rock Island Armory Model 206 revolver, measured velocity, penetration, and projectile expansion. The Winchester Silvertip demonstrated superior performance with significant expansion and a consistent wound channel, while the Federal Punch failed to expand and showed deep penetration with minimal disruption.

This guide, informed by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, details the critical differences between buckshot and birdshot for home defense. It covers their physical characteristics, penetration capabilities through walls, and effectiveness at close range. The advice emphasizes choosing a load based on concerns about over-penetration while stressing the universal importance of training, target identification, and using a light for any home defense scenario.

This guide details the field stripping process for a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington, Publisher of American Handgunner. It covers essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly, and reassembly, emphasizing techniques to prevent damage. An alternative 'cheat' method for faster disassembly is also demonstrated, along with advice on using specialized tools for tight components.

This video showcases an exceptionally rare find: a first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker, discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The expert speaker details its museum-quality condition, dating it to 1875, and analyzes the authentic patina and wear, including specific gutta-percha grip details and muzzle wear from holster friction. The firearm's discovery context among homestead ruins adds to its historical narrative.

This guide, presented by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, outlines an efficient '5-minute clean' for modern semi-automatic pistols like the Glock 26/27. It emphasizes that over-cleaning is unnecessary and can cause premature wear. The process focuses on targeted cleaning of critical areas like the barrel and slide rails, with minimal lubrication applied only to high-friction points. Proper function checks after reassembly are also highlighted.