This video compares the .45-70 Government and 12 Gauge slugs for bear defense, testing them against various barriers including pressure-treated pine, sand, concrete, and steel. The .45-70 consistently demonstrated superior penetration and structural integrity, especially against steel, while the 12 Gauge slug showed significant deformation and energy loss. Both rounds performed well in ballistic gel, creating substantial wound channels.
This video conducts a ballistic gel test and review of Barnaul .410 slugs. It aims to evaluate the velocity and accuracy of this specific ammunition. The description also links to related tests of Brenneke slugs and 2-1/2" Winchester and Remington slugs, suggesting a broader comparative interest in .410 shotgun ammunition performance. The creator also provides affiliate links to various shooting equipment and accessories used in their videos.
The Mossberg 590S shotgun introduces reliable cycling of 1.75-inch minishells without aftermarket parts, significantly boosting capacity for home defense. It features an optics-ready receiver and is threaded for chokes, offering versatility. The review tests various ammunition types, including buckshot, slugs, and specialized loads, demonstrating their performance and the shotgun's handling.
This video features a water column drop test, part three of a series, comparing eleven commercial .410 slugs. The creator aims to assess how aerodynamic drag impacts slugs in flight, building on previous visual inspections and weight/measurement tests. While most slugs showed inconsistencies, the Brenneke slug performed exceptionally well. The video acknowledges limitations due to camera frame rate but highlights the value of this comparative test. Thanks are given to Buckeye Ballistics for providing the slugs and taofledermaus for the original test methodology. Future content will delve into slug/wad/powder construction.
This video, part two of a collaboration with Buckeye Ballistics, focuses on a detailed analysis of various commercial .410 shotgun slugs. The presenter meticulously weighs and measures 11 different slug types, including brands like Brenneke, Winchester, BPS, ATI, AGC, Remington, Herters, Federal, and Sterling. The goal is to understand the physical characteristics of these slugs to identify factors contributing to their performance differences, with more videos planned to follow this in-depth examination.
This video, "410 commercial slug testing Part 1," by Buckeye Ballistics, focuses on the initial inspection and dismantling of various commercial .410 shotgun slugs. The content creator meticulously examines the hulls and removes the slugs from brands like Brenneke, Winchester, BPS, ATI, AGC, Remington, Herters, Federal, and Sterling. The purpose is to identify potential reasons for performance differences between these slugs, with further testing and analysis planned for subsequent parts. This detailed breakdown provides valuable insights for .410 shotgun users interested in ammunition performance and construction.
This .410 slug accuracy test compares Winchester, Remington, and Brenneke loads using a Stevens 301 shotgun with an Improved Cylinder choke. The Brenneke 3-inch 1/4 oz slugs and Winchester 2.5-inch 1/5 oz slugs emerged as the most accurate, achieving tight groups at 40 yards. The host plans to use the Brenneke slugs for future long-range testing up to 200 yards.
This video showcases the destructive power of a 12 Gauge double-barrel shotgun using various ammunition types on targets like expired turkeys, hams, and watermelons. It features Brenneke Tactical Home Defense slugs, Winchester Ranger 00 buckshot, and Polyshok Urban Tactical rounds, highlighting their terminal effects and recoil characteristics. The demonstration includes guest shooter JC from Brass Bandicoot and provides insights into the history and performance of specialized ammunition.
This 12-gauge rifled slug shootout tested nine different loads from a Mossberg 500 at 75 yards. The Federal Power-Shok 1oz load achieved the tightest group, making it the top performer for this specific shotgun. However, significant point-of-impact variations were observed between brands and loads, highlighting the critical need for shotguners to sight in their specific firearm with their chosen ammunition.
The Mossberg 930 Tactical is a versatile 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun suitable for home defense, truck gun, or camp protection. It demonstrates reliability with various loads, from light birdshot to heavy 3-inch magnum slugs like Brenneke Black Magic and Special Forces. The review highlights its tactical features, including ghost ring sights and a Picatinny rail, and compares it briefly to the competition-focused Mossberg 940 JM Pro.
The Chiappa Triple Threat is a unique 12-gauge shotgun featuring three barrels and screw-in chokes, capable of firing three rounds rapidly. It can be configured for compactness by removing the rear stock section. The review tests various ammunition types, including Aguila Minishells, Federal Premium Buckshot, Brenneke slugs, and high-velocity Kent slugs, demonstrating its performance and recoil characteristics.
This video tests Spartan Armor's Level III+ AR550 plate against various 12-gauge shotgun rounds, including slugs and buckshot. The plate successfully stopped all tested rounds, with the AR550 steel and anti-spall coating performing well. A comparison with an unarmored torso highlighted the critical importance of body armor.
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