The Best New Concealed Carry .380?

About this video

Colion argues that the Springfield Hellcat 380 represents a significant shift in the viability of the .380 ACP cartridge for concealed carry. He breaks down how modern ammunition improvements and the Hellcat’s 11+1 capacity (13+1 extended) address traditional .380 limitations, while offering manageable recoil that encourages practice. Colion positions the pistol as a practical option for shooters sensitive to recoil or those prioritizing shootability and carryability over maximum stopping power.

Key takeaways

• Colion teaches that capacity and shootability can outweigh raw ballistic power—the Hellcat 380’s 11+1 or 13+1 capacity combined with low recoil makes it a viable defensive tool for many carriers
• According to Colion, modern .380 defensive ammunition has evolved significantly and, with proper shot placement and training, closes much of the performance gap with 9mm
• Colion emphasizes that the gun you’ll actually carry and train with consistently is more valuable than a more powerful gun left at home or avoided at the range due to discomfort

Episode details: published October 14, 2025 · 7:56 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. Colion Noir’s legal commentary reflects his positions and teaching, attributed to him — it is not legal advice. His defensive-incident breakdowns are his analysis of reported incidents, attributed to him.

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