WATERMELONS vs 5.7x28 .357sig 10mm & .22TCM

Ted from Line 45 discusses the evolving landscape of handgun calibers, highlighting how shooters are increasingly looking beyond 9mm for specific needs. The video explores 30 Super Carry for increased capacity in compacts, 5.7x28mm for flat trajectory and speed, 10mm for significant stopping power, 357 SIG for barrier penetration, and 22 TCM for rifle-like velocity in a pistol platform. The discussion emphasizes that while 9mm remains a standard, newer calibers offer solutions for specialized applications.

This video explores the growing trend of shooters replacing 9mm with alternative calibers in 2025 and beyond. Instructor Ted from Line 45 details the advantages of 30 Super Carry for capacity and recoil, 5.7x28mm for speed and flat trajectory, 10mm for raw power and penetration, 357 SIG for barrier penetration and velocity, and 22 TCM for rifle-like speed in a pistol platform. The discussion highlights how these calibers address specific needs that 9mm may not always meet.

This video explores emerging firearm calibers that are challenging 9mm's dominance in 2025, focusing on their specific advantages for concealed carry and tactical applications. It details the performance characteristics, ballistic data, and practical benefits of calibers like 30 Super Carry, 5.7x28mm, 10mm Auto, 357 SIG, and 22 TCM, highlighting how they offer solutions for shooters seeking increased capacity, flatter trajectories, barrier penetration, or greater stopping power compared to traditional 9mm loads. The presenter, Ted from Line 45, emphasizes that these newer options are not just alternatives but are becoming preferred for specific needs.

This video, presented by an expert firearms instructor, explores emerging handgun calibers that are beginning to challenge 9mm's dominance. It details the ballistics, performance advantages, and specific firearm platforms for calibers like .30 Super Carry, 5.7x28mm, 10mm Auto, .357 SIG, and .22 TCM, offering insights into why shooters might choose these over the traditional 9mm for specific applications.

This video explores newer pistol calibers gaining traction as alternatives to 9mm, focusing on their performance advantages for specific applications. It highlights 30 Super Carry for increased capacity in compact frames, 5.7x28mm for flat trajectory and speed, 10mm for significant power and penetration, 357 SIG for barrier penetration and velocity, and 22 TCM for rifle-like speed in a pistol platform. The discussion emphasizes how these calibers offer solutions to problems 9mm may not address, catering to shooters seeking more specialized performance.

This video from Line 45 explores five calibers quietly challenging 9mm's dominance in 2025: 30 Super Carry, 5.7x28mm, 10mm, 357 SIG, and 22 TCM. Instructor Ted highlights how these calibers offer distinct advantages in capacity, flat shooting, stopping power, barrier penetration, and speed, catering to specific shooter needs beyond the traditional 9mm standard.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides a practical, albeit unconventional, comparison of five common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) by shooting watermelons. The expert demonstrates varying levels of terminal performance, from the .22LR's significant splitting to the .45 ACP's complete watermelon fragmentation, highlighting the differences in hydraulic shock and expansion. The test utilizes specific hollow-point ammunition, including Speer Gold Dot, Aguila Super Maximum, and Underwood XTP, showcasing their effects.

This video provides a practical, safety-conscious comparison of common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) against concrete blocks. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, details the testing methodology and results, emphasizing the risks of ricochet. None of the tested pistol calibers fully penetrated the concrete block's second wall, suggesting their limitations for certain penetration scenarios.

This review of the Taurus TX22 .22 LR pistol details its features, including a 16+1 capacity and excellent trigger. While initial testing with CCI Mini-Mags was flawless, subsequent tests with various ammunition types revealed cycling issues and culminated in a catastrophic failure. The failure was attributed to a squib load followed by a second shot, causing a barrel bulge and ruptured casing, highlighting potential ammunition inconsistencies. The review provides a detailed look at disassembly and damage assessment.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides an experimental comparison of three popular rimfire calibers: .22LR, .22WMR, and .17HMR, using cantaloupes as ballistic mediums. The host, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the distinct terminal ballistics of each round, highlighting how bullet construction and velocity affect target interaction. The comparison offers practical insights into the performance differences between these rimfire cartridges on soft tissue simulants.