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.
This video delves into the history of the Smith & Wesson XM9 pistol prototype, a contender in the Joint Service Small Arms Program (JSSAP) launched in 1977 to replace the Colt M1911A1. The JSSAP aimed for a double-action 9mm service pistol with a 15-round double-stack magazine, with major manufacturers submitting prototypes. The XM9 is described as a modified Model 59, later commercialized as the Model 459. While the Beretta M92 ultimately won the contract and became the M9, the XM9 represents a significant piece of late 20th-century American military firearm development, showcasing the competitive landscape of the era. The video highlights a specific example from Rock Island Auction Co., exhibiting wear that testifies to its role in the trials.
This video explores the iconic Smith & Wesson Model 59, a groundbreaking 9mm pistol that once dominated the market with its high capacity and quality. The reviewer shares a personal connection to the firearm, having grown up with it on his wish list. He compares it to other notable 9mm pistols of its era, like the Browning Hi-Power, H&K P7 M13, CZ 75, and Beretta 92, highlighting the Model 59's significance as a US-produced high-capacity option. The review includes range testing of both the Model 59 and the Model 459, promising surprises and suggesting that these now collectible pistols remain awesome and are likely to increase in value.
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