Paul is the only guy that can inexplicably make 2014 look like 1995. I love it.
@johnopal316 Жыл бұрын
I expected to see those three flashing circles in the upper right hand corner when it was time to change the film.
@stepbro4978 Жыл бұрын
1985
@alexm566 Жыл бұрын
Plot twist: These videos were all filmed in the 90s
@corporate.security Жыл бұрын
@@alexm566 bruh!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@kathmandu1575 Жыл бұрын
The man stands tall.
@mothman-jz8ug4 жыл бұрын
I've fired several small 25's, and found all of them - even the cheapies - to be surprisingly accurate and no problems with feeding. For a small pocket gun, they would be my first choice. Of course, we have all been told that they lack power to stop a fight. Strangely, I have never heard this from anyone who was shot with one, so I'll withhold judgement for now.
@peternorton56482 жыл бұрын
I recently heard a statistic from a credible LE source that said the in larger amount of murders committed in the USA in a year where a firearm is used is done with small caliber guns like these.
@showproja2 жыл бұрын
@Miles Doyle Well now we know why they named you "Miles!"😆
@gregoryholland61262 жыл бұрын
@Miles Doyle Is… is this the KZfaq version of that guy who stands outside of my town’s post office yelling at everyone?
@metamorphicorder Жыл бұрын
Ive always said this in the .25 is useless conversation, You know who isnt laughing at .25 cals? All the people dead from them.
@eamonwright7488 Жыл бұрын
@Miles Doyle Jesus, I was wondering if my cheap Florida made .25 pocket gun was effective, instead I get a preachy Tolstoy novel. Thx King James
@JeremiahAlphonsus5 жыл бұрын
I’ve been binge watching Paul’s videos for the last 24 hours. This guy is priceless. The best.
@zd55873 жыл бұрын
24 hours? Ha lightweight
@subrosa47923 жыл бұрын
I remember watching my first Paul Harrell video, it was his analysis of the FBI Miami shooting. Paul is a great teacher, and a good video maker! I would love to take one of his classes!
@gryphon13423 жыл бұрын
Those are rookie numbers. You gotta go higher
@uarbor703 жыл бұрын
Me too. And I agree he's a National Treasure. I don't think he's ever uttered a word I don't agree with. He's detail-oriented. He's experienced. And he likes to experiment
@Dawnseeker20003 жыл бұрын
He is quite good, isn't he?
@xxheartbrokexx1004 жыл бұрын
I was under the impression that the .25 acp was designed to be ballistically equivalent to .22 long rifle with the reliability advantages of a centerfire cartridge, certainly appears to be the case.
@Bristecom Жыл бұрын
Yeah, interesting to learn that it was actually killed by the government more than anything else. Go figure...
@scny91426 жыл бұрын
"...can be difficult to use" *nails bullseye on first shot*
@shawnavalos21256 жыл бұрын
Sean Clifford hahaha bro you had dying with this comment.
@outthasky5 жыл бұрын
The camera guy’s frustrated sigh of disappointment after getting showered in soda was priceless
@jacobbaldwin97073 жыл бұрын
Priceless
@Kamidon743 жыл бұрын
Haha right?
@birage98853 жыл бұрын
With a bit of thought, carbonated water would do the same thing, without being all sticky with sugar, just air dry.
@TheMrKlowb3 жыл бұрын
He is the camera guy - pay attention.
@adriangonzalez78503 жыл бұрын
@birage I think it’s because he’s got a vengeance for sugary sodas
@bobbyquisenberry9090 Жыл бұрын
The original James Bond gun in Ian Fleming's James Bond books was a Beretta .25 before graduating to a .32 Walther PPK. A Walther PP was used in the movies! I once had a .25 Beretta, which I had no complaints about, but sold it and bought a .22 Beretta because of the cost of ammo. I put over 5,000 rounds through it with never a misfire with CCI ammo. I never really saw any difference between the .22 and the .25 either, back in the 1980 s, except the price of ammo.
@bhartley86817 күн бұрын
Ian Fleming was issued a .25 in WWII, and he kept it and it wound up in his estate. Listed as a Browning .25, the 1908 model with grip safety, possibly a FN , however the serial number matches a Colt 1908, .25 .
@xray86delta2 жыл бұрын
I once read " Nobody wants to be shot anywhere with anything!" That fits the 25 acp, too! 😉
@brandonman946 жыл бұрын
"These guns are really hard to shoot, and the sights are really really hard to see. Excuse me." >holds a better group than I ever have
@hammerheadfxdwg20186 жыл бұрын
“The baby Browning has sights but they’re very difficult to use” *5 headshots between the eyes* “For practical accuracy that’s pretty good”
@sugarnads6 жыл бұрын
Nils Valskaar yeah i laughed at that point
@rbdavisphoto6 жыл бұрын
I'm better..When you match a 20 year USMC MstGnySgt with his .45 Colt Commander... you did something amazing.
@edwardmyers87825 жыл бұрын
Nils Valskaar just be glad he did not do it at 50 yards like he does snub nosed presentations
@j.t.cooper29635 жыл бұрын
Lmao.
@chrismorse38625 жыл бұрын
+J.T. Cooper who's the dead guy in your thumbnail
@saibisureddo56572 жыл бұрын
His vocal patterns and usage of syntax hasn't changed in a decade. Not even a little. Such a rock he is!
@colemanbonner3 жыл бұрын
HE SAID “UM!” Ive watched nearly every PH video and today at 4:13 I heard him say “um” for the first time. This is a top-notch presenter and speaker, folks.
@warrenharrison94903 жыл бұрын
I noticed that too. Almost a double take moment.
@music4ever19819 жыл бұрын
Wow, talk about a completely fair, unbiased comparison. Without a doubt, this has got to be the best comparison of handgun calibers that I've ever seen. Thank you for uploading this.
@REVOLVER_NOIR9 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@a.ortega45055 жыл бұрын
Very true paul is a go to for great information and not the usual gun expert snob that Always makes off 22 and small calibers as he tries to make a video .
@stroys70614 жыл бұрын
Paul Harrell is what you call a professional.
@cheloniamydas12007 жыл бұрын
I always appreciate Pauls honest, unbiased, matter of fact approach in his videos. He doesn't have an agenda, he's just trying to help people make a decision
@CaptVanO4 жыл бұрын
Chelonia Mydas He does unbiased analyses
@jessemonroe61542 жыл бұрын
I really like the “boring parts” where he talks the best
@PeterGoyer Жыл бұрын
My wife just bought a 1908 Colt .25 acp manufactured in 1927, it feeds perfectly, is easy for her to shoot and accurate at 7-10 yards. She will use it for her Concealed Carry permit this year. I am setting up reloading for the little cartridge, and it looks like a fun project.
@donwolfberg84198 жыл бұрын
Your video actually comes off as a classic educational video from the 80s, I was very surprised to learn that this video was recorded last year
@krxwnvxk34327 жыл бұрын
LOL!
@Nobody-11B6 жыл бұрын
Don Wolfberg don't judge this guy is the absolute best. Informative and educational without judgment or option filled nonsense. If I had the finances to help support somebody through patreon it would be him.
@litosave52446 жыл бұрын
Fake news fake expert
@kentuckyboy5416 жыл бұрын
some people are old school some are douchebags. you sir, are the latter.....
@Satchmoeddie6 жыл бұрын
These do have that pre digital video media available to the masses, look of "professionalism" to them.
@benschmidt95326 жыл бұрын
Paul: “It has sights, but they can be very difficult to use.” Also Paul (one frame later): *shoots bullseye*
@KageMinowara4 жыл бұрын
Ants: Praise be unto our Lord Harrell for this bounty of soda! \o/
@Dardrum4 жыл бұрын
lmao
@thisismagacountry13184 жыл бұрын
They've built a statue in his honor
@jameskhan64 жыл бұрын
@J N Morgan voting for PPC in the next election is suicide if you're a gun owner. Don't split the vote until we get the ban undone. Erin O'Toole of CPC is def not a centrist and I recommend you check him out. However, vote as you will but if gun ownership is very high on your priority then you'll at least check him out. If you haven't already joined the CCFR, I would highly recommend that as they are fighting the ban in court and please donate to their legal campaign!
@jameskhan64 жыл бұрын
@J N Morgan Otoole on the CCFR channel said he would repeal the firearms act in its entirety and replace it with something more friendly to gun owners. Otoole is also against mass immigration from what I know of him. I like Mad Max but I think he would have better chances if he were in the CPC still but I think he is done with them after his leadership run.
@diteamiciedentrate3 жыл бұрын
@J N Morgan well... the biggest ant colonies can build anthills spreading over 1 squared km. Who knows how big could be a statue if they'd put any effort into it :))
@bryansimmons37233 жыл бұрын
In a day of over blown, and I do mean over blown presentation. Paul's careful considered approach is relaxing, refreshing, and even on things I know well, and have put a great deal of thought into, Paul has a way of just adding to it. He is one of the few gun guys that I will actually rewatch videos from.
@broncpal42444 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great vid Paul. I spent over 35 years handling firearms in law enforcement, and everything you tell us Paul, is absolutely 'spot on.' You are one of the very few utube presenters I just can't fault. One thing that was brought home to me over my working years is that in a self defense situation, providing that it is in good working order and you have the necessary skills, any gun is much better than having no gun at all. Please keep up the great vids Paul. Kindest regards.
@PastorJasonHenrichsen3 жыл бұрын
I think it comes down to this: most of us have a small collection of .22 rimfire rounds that failed to fire. But I for one can’t think of a single time I’ve had a centerfire round fail to go bang. John Browning wasn’t stupid. That was the whole point of him creating the 25. Ballistics aside, the reliability of a 25 versus a 22 alone makes most other issues a moot point.
@xxxxxxxx1832 жыл бұрын
@Kjs you dont shoot .22 enough then. Very common to have multiple duds out of a box of .22.
@finnl68872 жыл бұрын
Very different experiences from mine. I have had one dud out of all the 22 I've ever fired. Even that dud wasn't a dud per se, the bullet just had issues, namely being overloaded so the casing ripped up. Just two weeks ago my buddy's 9mm had three bullets that didn't fire. Had the pin strike, just didn't fire. So it definitely happens with center fire
@capnpicard61462 жыл бұрын
I can count on one finger how many duds Ive had out of the tens or maybe even hundres of thousands of .22lr ive fired, but then I stay away from remington ammo so that might have something to do with it.
@jefferyfite71222 жыл бұрын
@@capnpicard6146 Remington Cyclone & Thunderbolt .22 LR had a reputation for being dirty, varying velocities and unreliable. Remington Standard velocity and Golden Bullet types were a lot better. PMC used to be lousy also. CCI Blazers seem to be the best of the budget .22 LR. Most of my duds I had over the year were the ones I mentioned.
@capnpicard61462 жыл бұрын
@@jefferyfite7122 I mostly shoot CCI mini mags and pretty much anything Federal other than American agle. Your mileage may vary but none of my .22's like AE. Ive heard aguila, lapua and elay make some pretty quality .22 but It just impossible to get in my area.
@michaeljlangford4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, it did clear up a lot of bunk for me. Also reminds me that the 1968 law needs major amending.
@dudley56585 жыл бұрын
The winner goes to which ever one you have on you when the need arises.
@MrLoobu2 жыл бұрын
So .25 then because its more likely to go bang.
@flatophall7 жыл бұрын
It's 2016 almost 2017 and .22 ammo is running at a better price. I am so impressed with the professional quality of you videos and tests. thank you so much. It means a lot to the regular Joe out here.
@jaycedavis46746 жыл бұрын
flatophall .22 ammo is way to much money i used to pay 2 cents per bullet 6 years ago lol
@RockandrollNegro6 жыл бұрын
It's back down to .5 cent a round most places. During the Obama era, you would be lucky to find it at .10 a round, so I'm not complaining.
@InfernosReaper5 жыл бұрын
Yeah, that price surge lasting as long as it did got me out of shooting it. I sold my gun and over 1000 rounds of 22 ammo. I had plenty to shoot, but I just couldn't justify spending comparable cost per bullet to 38spec or 40S&W
@stopthephilosophicalzombie90175 жыл бұрын
Paul is a gentleman and a scholar. American ingenuity and individualism isn't dead yet.
@custink222 жыл бұрын
In 2021, 22 ammo is around 20 cents a round last i checked... And it was even more expensive in 2020.
@wes3262 жыл бұрын
Given the reliability of quality .22 ammo in a well operating gun is probably around 99%, I'll take my chances using a .22. Also affords me the ability to practice a lot more and have more fun in general. If you are going to buy one and not shoot it much, then .25 ACP would make sense.
@valuedhumanoid65745 жыл бұрын
Even his "old" videos are still top shelf. Paul has such a way of making complicated things seem simple. And he has a wicked sense of humor. When that soda jug sprayed him, you could hear the sigh of irritation like he's thinking "of all the directions it could have sprayed, it chose me". I love this guy. And this is the most dangerous man in any room. Quiet, soft spoken, unassuming, and oh so deadly. This guy could kill you without getting angry, and *THAT* is one dangerous cat
@r.shanethompson79332 ай бұрын
Paul has seen the Elephant (more than once) and came out on top. There is no substitute for that and if I'm gonna listen to someone else on this subject it's close to a requirement.
@thisguy65254 жыл бұрын
3:22 Fun fact: during the filming of this presentation, the range became crowded, so Paul used his magical powers to shrink down next to a normal cinder block wall.
@rob68502 жыл бұрын
One of many factors that can affect individual chronograph readings
@wolfewispr5 жыл бұрын
I've been shot with a .22 lr from a small pocket pistol. let me tell ya... IT HURTS A LOT!!! i was lucky and only got shot in the arm. (Bar fight where two guys were fighting and i was an innocent bystander in the bar. one pulled the pistol and fired missing his expected target and hit me in the arm) I can tell you from experience if you get shot with a .22 lr you are done. you don't want to keep advancing on someone. Pay no attention to people who have never been shot who come on youtube trying to tell you that the .22 lr is too weak for self defense. They have never been shot by any caliber firearm. so they are not speaking from expertise or experience. They have no clue unless they have been shot with that caliber. one bullet was enough for me.... nevermind getting shot more than once....
@NotTheBomb4 жыл бұрын
Ray Davis you should watch the video of the officer who carries 145 rounds. Some people require more then one.
@luke14fleming4 жыл бұрын
I agree that I'm probably done after getting hit by a pellet rifle but there are definitely people that wouldn't even notice. Especially if some kind of drugs are involved
@gw16524 жыл бұрын
Ray Davis You were not fighting and likely weren’t in fight or flight mode and weren’t overwhelmed with adrenaline so of course you felt it. When pumped up on drugs/chemicals I.e.adrenaline, it’s not the pain that stops a man, it’s literally stopping the functions of the body. Please think about different ends of the spectrum.
@jeffrey45474 жыл бұрын
i been shot by a 22 long rifle and drove a 66 no power steering with a 4 speed to the hospital and it took 56 min to get there it didn't hurt for about 15 min but boy did it after that but would not slow me down just u need to hit a good spot then they drop i got shot in the hand from a tweeker trying to break in are shop but he lost that battle i have a mix german shepperd and timber wolf doesn't make a sound lets just say he all most didn't make it to hospital . i just jumped in my truck and left him with the dog my friend saved his life and called the dog off
@berrytharp13344 жыл бұрын
I had my head blown off by a stick of dynamite. I just duct taped it back to my neck and finished my shift in the mine. Really didn't hurt unless I thought about it.
@BlixTheGoblin7 жыл бұрын
I can tell youre a smart guy Paul, most of the other ammo comparisons on youtube fail to see the subtle nuances that can skew results from being perfectly fair. Good job brother
@CrazyPetez4 жыл бұрын
Very enlightening video, thanks. For what it’s worth, I’ve been carrying around a .25 slug in my back for 57 years. A negligent discharge into my left bicep traveled around my rib and lodged a couple of inches from my spine. Army doctors said no need to remove it, so there it sits. No lasting Ill effects.
@ThreenaddiesRexMegistus4 жыл бұрын
That Baby Browning is quite an impressive little gun. The main thing I took away is just have a gun. And you’re more likely to have one handy if it’s tiny. Great video, as usual!
@jdh917417 жыл бұрын
Paul: You worked really hard at making a good presentation. Well done.
@welingtonalvares9 жыл бұрын
That's a nice video to show people that .25acp is not junk, i have bought guns and i feel by hand no differences between then and i knew about the fps information you gave us, but some people keeps talking about something they don't know, in my opinion.22lr is for training and plinking, for backup and self defence .25 acp is adequate.
@Ishmael32618 жыл бұрын
+Tom Well Just to reference your own words about some people talking about something they don't know. I and most real gun people will tell you a .25 is NOT adequate for self defense and a .380 backup gun is much much more powerful at pretty much the same size. The .25 is not really GOOD for anything, not sure why it hasn't died yet.
@GoatRoper9114 жыл бұрын
In the dirty South where it is hot AF and humid, these little gems hide in your shorts everywhere you go. Good luck with that and a full sized rig. Those stay in the truck, you just need to break engagement and this works fine. Great video Paul, as usual.
@chasesf12 жыл бұрын
Great vid. I’ve been in law enforcement and the security field since 2010, and I’ve seen these little mouse guns do some serious up close and personal damage. I’d recommend a Beretta 25 acp Bob Cat in 25 acp if your going the mouse gun route. If you want to use a 22, I’d go with a revolver due to questionable reliability from rim fire rounds. If one doesn’t go off, pull the trigger till it does. The 22 mag smith and Wesson 7 shot PD is a excellent choice. Just my 2 cents. Stay safe, vigilant, and protect other’s my good people✊
@conradsenior5843 Жыл бұрын
I second that. Good advice.
@danielleriley2796 Жыл бұрын
Shove even a little gun in someone’s guts and fife till the targets clothes jam the gun and you will have done some serious damage. So yeah I don’t want to be shot by any gun.
@r.shanethompson79332 ай бұрын
Bill Jordan was asking S&W to make that gun when he wrote "No Second Place Winner" in (iirc) 1960's. It took them long enough but S&W finally got it done. If Mr.Jordan thought it was a good idea, it's damn sure good enough for me!
@MrWegank7 жыл бұрын
You sir, are awesome! I'm a NRA instructor and I learned a ton in your 2 videos I watched! Bravo, keep up the good work! 👍🍻
@PaulHarrell7 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Glad you found the info useful.
@brabhamfreaman1666 жыл бұрын
MrWegank Watch the rest. You have my word you will not be disappointed and, despite Paul's self-deprecating comments about his 'yakking', those parts are absolute gold. Guy's a natural orator and teacher.
@97doggie6 жыл бұрын
bad sound to try and listen to
@WhoWouldWantThisName5 жыл бұрын
Only two videos? You should really be brushing up for your own students. That said, thanks for your service as an instructor.
@jad34153 жыл бұрын
The sound of freedom at 12:38 :)
@jimfreeman899113 күн бұрын
It's a hawk, not a bald eagle.
@richardhoepfner16335 жыл бұрын
Back for seconds. Always informative and always entertaining. Now how about .25 vs the new and improved Meat Target? Thanks again Paul.
@littlesherlock23134 жыл бұрын
Richard Hoepfner hopefully we can also see it with the new and improved high tech fleece bullet stop
@Hawk19664 жыл бұрын
Can you imagine being the guy(s) who rent the pit shortly after Paul? "Why are there ants every!?" 😂
@BradleyStegall4 жыл бұрын
He was using their guns. they just came to get them back.
@Hawk19664 жыл бұрын
@@BradleyStegall huh? What?
@johnnybarbar74354 жыл бұрын
@@Hawk1966 Tiny guns for tiny ants was his implication I believe.
@Hawk19664 жыл бұрын
@@johnnybarbar7435 my comment was simply about all the sugar from the soda jugs and oranges or grapefruits plus the bits of meat scattered about after a Paul Harrell video shoot. This must certainly draw ants as well as bees and other bugs.
@weaintfree4 жыл бұрын
Hawk- lmao 🤣.......no kidding!
@rmwtsou5 жыл бұрын
Your accuracy with that little .25 is amazing!
@johneli1234567895 жыл бұрын
It did have an 80's feel to it, I love this video. Very interesting!
@skylerstevens88873 ай бұрын
I was just recommended to this and although 480P is bad even all these years ago what great videos. You will be missed.
@stevenmorris22932 жыл бұрын
The man that dispels all gun myths 👍😊
@andrewchristiansen83114 жыл бұрын
8:11 camera person gets orange soda'd and you here them sigh. Like I hate you Paul.... LOL
@epickett634 жыл бұрын
He needs hazard pay... :-)
@TheMrKlowb3 жыл бұрын
He is the camera guy - pay attention.
@d.g.n93924 жыл бұрын
Very good comparison and demonstration. I pocket carry either a beretta 21a or a compact 9mm. I’m comfortable with each. Important is to have it with you always
@craigsavarese86315 жыл бұрын
“Make sure you are shooting at the right portion of the target if you know what I mean.” Say no more... nudge, nudge, wink, wink...
@pharmagator4 жыл бұрын
"Sometime she gies..."
@thunkjunk2 жыл бұрын
I don't know what that means can you explain for me? I'm assuming that particular stopping power requires a more sensitive target to be effective - the face.
@jimmcgettigan13265 жыл бұрын
Back in the late 70s a gun dealer friend recommended the 25 over the 22 because the 22s jammed more often and had much more lead build up to clean.
@taylorwest40964 жыл бұрын
That and centerfire primer is in general more reliable.
@coiledsteel83444 жыл бұрын
Taylor West - Yes! Rimfire vrs Center Fire. 19th Century had Large Calibers in Rimfire.
@markfergerson21453 жыл бұрын
I bo8ught one of the Ravens for giggles in the mid 70s. I may have gotten a Wednesday gun but it was clean, atleast as accurate as Paul's and never malfunctioned even with the cheap steelcased ammo.
@testname44643 жыл бұрын
Rimfire/rimmed cartridges in general are hell in semi-autos. Afterall, .25 ACP was designed to have the same ballistics as .22, but in a center-fire package
@thedochannel60402 жыл бұрын
For shure but my 22 sig with modern amo performs better than my cz 75...witch is a legend when it comes to relaybilty.
@damienrotter4917 жыл бұрын
best video I've seen for comparison between 25 ACP and 22LR. proves both deadly at Short distances
@aronsingletary5 жыл бұрын
"The real difference is you". I think you could outshoot me even if you had a mouse gun and I was using my target pistol.
@Julian-bq9qv3 жыл бұрын
I NEVER get tired of re watching this man's videos.
@1968CudaGuy4 жыл бұрын
Love these older Paul Harrell videos. Kind of a snapshot in time. Even in the six years since this video the new 22lr ammo and firearms have kept improving. When I'm going lightweight I carry a S&W M&P 22C with magazine conversions to 14rds and two additional 14rd mags.. Running CCI Stingers for carry ammo I'm happy with 43 rounds of 22lr.
@Crazydad90 Жыл бұрын
This is my exact set up! Wasn't expecting to find this!
@GaryDrumm4 жыл бұрын
Honestly, the "boring part of the video" where you talk, is probably the most interesting and educational part.
@VMEMotor52 жыл бұрын
Really cool to look back at your older videos. That ammo drought in 2014 is nothing compared to what we have now, 7/18/21. That said, I have a Baby Browning .25, a Beretta 21A .22 and am currently shopping for a Beretta 950 .25 even though I normally carry either a 9mm, .45, or even a revolver in .38/.357, these little pocket guns certainly have their place.
@metalbuggy Жыл бұрын
Yep I've kept a lil Beretta Jetfire, and a couple Bobcats since the mid 90s. After searching for 25yrs, I finally found what I've wanted, a Beretta model 20! It's the size of the Jetfire, but double action like the Bobcat. It's perfect!
@VMEMotor5 Жыл бұрын
@@metalbuggy Very cool. I've never even seen a 20 in the flesh.
@metalbuggy Жыл бұрын
@@VMEMotor5, it took me 25yrs of looking! I wish Beretta would have made it longer.
@davehart7943 Жыл бұрын
I'm also looking for a Beretta 950 .. Let me know if you find one .. lol ..
@metalbuggy Жыл бұрын
@@davehart7943 Those lil buggers are getting rare too! I'll keep ya in mind if I see one at my LGS
@em1osmurf5 жыл бұрын
40 years ago, when firing a .25 RN during a robbery attempt, across the counter in a Pizza Inn restaurant, its performance was excellent. one shot did the job.
@David-jv4fw4 жыл бұрын
The boring part of Paul's videos are some of the best parts of all his episodes, which speaks volumes upon volumes of his insight, because his demonstrations are what I would call professional.
@ericsorenson69028 жыл бұрын
Best 25acp test I've seen thanks.
@franklinkarrass58304 жыл бұрын
I actually look forward to your “boring” part of the videos. Perhaps I’m a bit strange, but I never fail to learn something new. Thanks Paul. 👍🏻
@ToggBott4 жыл бұрын
My father decided to clear out his house in preparation to moving... i ended up being given my mothers old .25 ACP from QFI. as i wasnt familiar with this particular firearm i decided to do a bit of research on it and low and behold, i find a Paul Harrell video on .25 ACP. ... thanks Paul, now, let me get back to researching this pistol.
@GlockPointer3 жыл бұрын
I have one, a true Saturday night special. It jams every other round or so. Gotta be a 10# trigger pull.
@jonslife35333 жыл бұрын
@@GlockPointer yeah , those vary wildly from you'll have one that'll almost never jam to one that you can't get it to run right , usually though most I've seen that are jam o matic have damaged springs or haven't been broken in , or are utterly shot from wear or factory incompetence If it feels gritty , just work the action till that feeling eases up or stops Then oil it If the springs look bent , they're typically just hardware type springs , so you can order them online and not bother with hunting down a specific replacement Just get the size , gauge and strength right If holes seemed to be weirdly shaped or oversized , and the pins are loose , go a size up on spring pins
@tonysajkowski35343 жыл бұрын
This is the best demo ive seen. Thanks
@red9man21309 жыл бұрын
Hi, VERY well done video comparison! Frankly I was shocked at the penetration of BOTH the .22LR and .25 ACP Hollowpoints! Most "experts" will tell you go with FMJ on both for penetration. You addressed both the Historical and practical aspects of both cartridges. The MAIN point you stressed, which in my Opinion that is most relevant in a self defense scenario with both Rounds is targeting the right area! Excellent vid thoroughly enjoyed it!
@mickeyauthement68987 жыл бұрын
EXCELLENT Video ! First honest comparison of the two calibers in small handguns I have ever seen. Definitely sheds a different light on them. I sometimes smile to myself when I tell someone that I do own a 6.35 mm pistol and they are "impressed" yet when I tell them I also have a .25 caliber they remark about how bad that caliber is. LOL
@mitchellsorensen33335 жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you for having an unbiased, informational and concise video that helped with my questions about the difference in these two rounds. Please keep making videos like this.
@Charliemmafan4 жыл бұрын
You have some of the most informational videos on KZfaq regarding guns and calibers so thank you for making them.
@MonstaFaas9 жыл бұрын
Excellent Presentation and I really appreciate the time and effort with sincerity that you took in making this video. Wish we had more Instructors/Presenters like you. Thank you so very much again.
@kevindunnell71507 жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul. At last I am clear on this subject, much appreciated.
@paul421712 ай бұрын
Paul is a National Treasure!
@lessharratt87194 жыл бұрын
One of the most favorite things I like about your channel is that I watch some of your videos many times.
@StanLiao7 жыл бұрын
Mr. Harrell, your talks are not boring at all!! I enjoy watching you shoot and listening to your very instructive talks. I have subscribed and look forward to watching all your other videos, past and future; and I will definitely recommend your channel to my friends. Keep up the good work!
@jeffriley38555 жыл бұрын
Stan Liao .
@scottishminor59118 жыл бұрын
I've never understood the use of these pocket pistols, mostly due to lack of exposure. Now I feel more educated and might just go buy one for some plinking. Nice video.
@ragimundvonwallat89618 жыл бұрын
+ScottishMinor before when people spoke of pistol its what they refered to,full size handgun where for army officers and the usual caliber was 30 32 or 38. but because hollywood ...everyone wanted to get the big thing up to .50 (lol) no one really is able to shoot it in real life situation,nor no one carry those....but hey look cool with friends
@shawnmichaelwallintheesire87225 жыл бұрын
Thank you Paul that was very informative and i really like the side by side comparisons.
@crazyfugger67035 жыл бұрын
Even four years later this is still a GREAT video..!!! Great Job Paul!
@wonderloaf6 жыл бұрын
6:13 Good to know if I'm having a bad day Paul can shoot a smile onto my face lol
@dmacmillion7 жыл бұрын
I use a .32 acp as every day carry (fits right in my pocket) and it made me feel good to hear someone like you say they carry a .25 around most of the time. I'd like to see more videos about mouse guns. Keep up the good work.
@David-ei5lq3 жыл бұрын
Complete, clear and concise. Great job!
@EscapeVelo5 жыл бұрын
Your production value has improved greatly!
@rodhosilyk7 жыл бұрын
Nice job; I always thought the 22 was more powerful by far, but I can see from your video it is pretty much the equal of the 25. Thanks!
@chrisbrownaz6 жыл бұрын
I love .22 rifles but for pocket guns I'm on team .25 ACP.
@Floridapirate14 жыл бұрын
i agree, the .22 semi autos I've seen jam up often and .22 ammo is very dirty....
@davida53794 жыл бұрын
this vid is Outstanding!!! Thanks for taking the time to show all comparisons.
@Aaron-ro9vr5 жыл бұрын
You should have seen how wide open my eyes got after the first 2 or 3 shots of 25 at 7 minutes in. Paul, you're a great American. Thanks for keeping the bar high for us gun owners and triggering us to practice often.
@Aaron-ro9vr5 жыл бұрын
@Harry Peterson 3 or 4 times. Mostly central Wisconsin.
@frankbutta93445 жыл бұрын
This was the first Paul Harrell video I saw, and his calm demeanor seemed odd to me. Paul’s reasoning and presentation skills were much different than any other presenter I had seen. A couple years later, and Paul is my go to guy, and I’m a proud Patreon supporter of his channel.
@KBLinABQ7 жыл бұрын
Nice job, Paul. I too am a military guy and now a firearms instructor. Having just discovered the small calibers as viable self-defense options (no double entendre intended), I would appreciate a video on my latest fascination, the .32 ACP. Thanks for all the great videos!
@frisk1513 жыл бұрын
This is a cool throwback Paul video. Don't care about older school non- "HD" audio / video! Thanks!!
@revmarcell64495 жыл бұрын
I think that if I am using a revolver, the .22 is the best choice. The .22 is a very deadly round. In an auto loader the only choice is the .25.
@andyostertag4 жыл бұрын
@Rev Marcell: the Beretta Bobcat has double strike capability. Have the 21a & 32acp Tomcat. Very nice arms for me. Fires quality ammo (Federal Auto-match, CCI mini mag on 22lr and Geco 7.65 on the Tomcat) VERY reliably
@MrAlin3116 жыл бұрын
Extremely educational and well done video and possibly the best and most logical 25acp -22lr comparison out there
@joedoe17236 жыл бұрын
paul = rockstar of firearms knowledge!
@ethangonzales4425 жыл бұрын
Really like how simple straight to the point you are not to mention the logic behind your explanations
@gizmogpg3 жыл бұрын
This so informative.... and entertaining ! I'll take this over anything on tv any day ! Thanks, Paul !!
@M1ST3RHYDE8 жыл бұрын
Thank you Sir, for this video. before my grandfather passed he gave me his 1908 25 ACP. I am happy to say I have it but always wondered the type of questions that you managed to answer in your video. I will look out for the Speer gold dot ammo.
@jamesslick47904 жыл бұрын
"Pepsi Assassin" is a good name for a band.
@i.l.69566 ай бұрын
Good video on specific topic! Thank you for education, Paul!
@ronaldwells44272 ай бұрын
Thanks again, Paul. You're a King! ❤
@NewbergUSA3 жыл бұрын
I like the 8 round Ruger .22 LCR (a revolver). Reliable revolver action, 8 round cylinder, lightweight, fits the hand. The reason that 22 ammo is sometimes hard to find is that EVERYONE is hording a ton of it. So buy a couple of bricks or in an apocalyptic meltdown ammo dearth make sure you have friends; they'll have 22 ammo. You won't find many folks with 25 acp but everyone will have some 22!
@micaw71085 жыл бұрын
I recently subscribed to Paul's channel, so I've a fair bit of catch-up to do, but I really like Paul's approach -- he does a great job of being unbiased, scientific, and still very realistic comparisons (I.e. he doesn't always forego real-world uses to stick to 100% "fair"). And they're easy videos to watch.
@sheldonfingerman70052 жыл бұрын
Well done. Thanks for posting.
@GT-sj3si3 жыл бұрын
Your videos are always so informative! I greatly appreciate your approach and sense of humor. Keep up the good work.
@gregucho9696 жыл бұрын
Well done, Paul! I always enjoy your vids, whenever they were posted.
@ronaldcolman62115 жыл бұрын
I've watched this video a few times in the last couple years, but never noticed the perfectly timed hawk screech just as you mentioned Raven and Phoenix. That was perfect. 12:39
@rickvia84354 жыл бұрын
Great comparison. Thanks for the post.
@drakehammond27 Жыл бұрын
thank you for sharing, paul. your knowledge and experience are invaluable