This video delves into the history and trials of the Smith & Wesson XM10 pistol, a contender for the M10 designation meant to supplement the Beretta M9 in the US Army. Following controversies with the M9's slides, the Army initiated a competition. The S&W XM10, an enhanced Model 459 variant with an aluminum slide and steel frame, performed well enough to advance to the second round of trials alongside Ruger and the Beretta M9. Ultimately, the Beretta M9 proved superior, leading to the M10 program being scrapped and the Army fulfilling its needs with more M9s. The video also mentions the H&K P7A13's participation in the earlier XM9 trials.
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