Videos tagged with 4 Gauge

This video provides an expert-level review and demonstration of the rare Russian KS-23 4-gauge shotgun by Kentucky Ballistics. It covers the firearm's unique history, technical specifications including its 4-gauge (23mm) caliber and pump-action, and showcases its immense power through live-fire testing with various ammunition types, including slugs and less-lethal rounds. The demonstration highlights its breaching capabilities and extreme terminal performance, offering insights from a recognized expert in large-bore firearms.

This video provides an expert-level disassembly of a rare 4-gauge shotgun shell. The instructor, demonstrating high authority, meticulously details the components, including lead shot, wadding, and gunpowder, using precision tools like digital scales and calipers. The process highlights the significant size and weight of the components, offering a unique look into the construction of this large-caliber ammunition.

This guide details the restoration of a rare 4-gauge shotgun shell, transforming a heavily tarnished brass casing into a mirror-finish collectible. It covers mechanical cleaning using a Lyman tumbler and detailed polishing with a Tekhmann rotary tool, culminating in primer installation. The process emphasizes the satisfying ASMR aspects of firearm component restoration.

This video demonstrates a detailed, multi-stage manual reloading process for a niche 4-gauge shotgun shell. The expert instructor guides viewers through priming, powder loading, wad insertion, projectile seating with a 'Megaslug', and finally sealing the shell with melted polymer/wax. The process highlights specialized tools and components required for this large-caliber reloading.

This guide details the process of testing experimental antler and horn projectiles across various calibers, from 9mm to .50 BMG, using ballistic gel torsos. The video, presented by a high-authority firearms entertainer, emphasizes safety with lead sleds for larger calibers and demonstrates significant terminal effects, often exceeding standard ammunition performance in terms of structural damage.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics explores the surprising lethality of candy projectiles fired from a 4-gauge shotgun and a Can Cannon. Instructor Scott demonstrates how different candies, like Jolly Ranchers and Gummy Bears, can cause significant damage to a ballistic dummy, while others like Skittles and M&Ms have minimal impact. The experiment highlights the effects of mass, density, and projectile shape on terminal ballistics, concluding with a demonstration of the .577 T-Rex's destructive power.

This video provides an expert-level review of the massive Russian KS-23 4-gauge shotgun, presented by Garand Thumb. It details the firearm's origins from rejected 23mm anti-aircraft barrels, its scaled-up Winchester 1300 design, and its intended use for riot control. The review includes intense recoil demonstrations with a 1000-grain slug, ballistics testing on dummies and gel, and comparisons to standard 12-gauge shotguns, highlighting the KS-23's extreme power and unique characteristics.

This YouTube video showcases the testing of a 4 bore shotgun. The description expresses gratitude to Nick Horten for the opportunity to experience this firearm. It highlights the 4 Bore/gauge caliber of the shotgun and encourages viewers to enjoy the content. Links to the channel's Instagram and Facebook pages are provided, along with a call to subscribe and enable notifications for future uploads.

This guide details the operation of the Darne Canardière Portative, a shoulder-fired punt gun. It covers loading with specific 4-bore cartridges, operating the rolling block action, aiming, and managing recoil with features like the rope breaching ring. Expert instruction highlights the historical context and technical aspects of this unique firearm.

This video provides an expert look at the 4 Gauge Winchester Wildfowler shotgun from the Cody Firearms Museum, presented by curator Ashley Hlebinsky. The massive 19.5-pound firearm, manufactured in England, was made for Thomas Bennett, second president of Winchester. The presentation highlights the gun's historical significance and impressive scale.