Videos tagged with Barrel Damage

This video discusses the potential risks of using modern ammunition in older firearms, specifically mentioning the M1 Garand and a Mosin Nagant. It highlights that while modern ammunition is generally less corrosive than older types, using it in firearms designed for less powerful rounds can still cause damage. The presenter notes that modern 7.62x54R ammunition for the Mosin Nagant is non-corrosive, making it a safer and more convenient option than the original corrosive rounds.

This video demonstrates the dangerous consequences of firing a .50 BMG rifle with a pre-existing barrel split. The presenter fires two rounds through a Serbu RN-50 with a damaged barrel, observing how the split progresses and impacts the bullet's performance. The experiment highlights the extreme risks associated with using compromised firearm components.

This guide outlines 12 critical red flags to watch for when purchasing any firearm, new or used. It emphasizes inspecting for amateur modifications, understanding legal violations like straw purchases, identifying online scams, and checking for structural damage such as frame cracks or barrel issues. The video stresses the importance of proper documentation, resisting high-pressure sales, and always opting for professional inspection to avoid costly mistakes and safety hazards.

This guide details the experimental procedure for testing the dangers of a squib load, as demonstrated by 1ShotTV. It outlines the setup for remote firing a Glock 17 with an induced squib load to assess firearm integrity and potential hazards. The expert-level demonstration emphasizes safety protocols and provides critical insights into firearm failure modes under extreme stress.

This video, titled "Poteva finire male...😨" (It could have ended badly...😨), discusses a firearm malfunction where altered pressure travel led to a discharge during the initial ignition phase. This resulted in excessive pressure, swelling of the cartridge chamber, and damage to the barrel. Fortunately, the charge wasn't excessive, and the rest of the mechanics appear functional. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding what happened in such critical situations and includes a disclaimer about safety protocols and authorized personnel performing the analysis. It promotes subscribing to the Vampire Guns channel and following them on social media.

This video details an experimental test of firing a Mossberg 500 shotgun with its barrel submerged in water. The experiment, conducted by Matt Carriker, demonstrates the severe consequences of firing a shotgun under such conditions. The first test with birdshot resulted in the choke tube being blown out, while a subsequent test with a slug caused the barrel to split open dramatically. The footage highlights the destructive power of water pressure on firearm components when the barrel is obstructed.

This video, titled 'Ringing Barrels,' focuses on a critical firearm safety and maintenance issue: the danger of firing a damaged or 'dead' barrel without proper correction. The description emphasizes the necessity of addressing such issues before attempting to use the firearm, implying a focus on gunsmithing or the consequences of neglecting firearm care.

This video details a critical inspection point for firearms, specifically a pre-war 1938 Walther PP. The instructor, a generalist who admits to not being a detail-oriented individual, highlights a mistake he made by not inspecting the bore. He demonstrates how to perform a basic takedown of the Walther PP to visually and tactilely inspect the barrel for bulges, a dangerous condition caused by over-pressurized ammunition. The lesson emphasizes the importance of bore inspection for firearm safety and value.