Videos tagged with Bullet Deflection

This video demonstrates how bullets interact with a car hood, highlighting the phenomenon of deflection and ricochet. Instruction from an experienced firearms instructor shows that rounds striking at an angle are unpredictable, often skipping off the surface rather than penetrating. The demonstration emphasizes that using a car hood as a stable shooting platform is unreliable, as deflected rounds may miss targets placed behind the vehicle entirely.

This demonstration, led by an individual with a Navy SEAL background, illustrates the critical tactical principle of staying off interior walls during engagements. It visually proves how bullets can skip off drywall surfaces, posing a significant risk to the shooter or friendly forces. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding projectile behavior in confined spaces.

This experiment tests the myth of deflecting a bullet with a hand. While a .45 ACP bullet did deflect slightly and slow down when impacting a ballistic hand during a 'slap' motion, it still passed through, causing significant damage. The 'punch' method was less effective. The conclusion is that while theoretical deflection is possible, it's highly unreliable and results in catastrophic hand injury, making it an impractical defense.

This video debunks the 'brush gun' myth, demonstrating through controlled testing that even traditional brush calibers like the .30-30 Winchester and heavy hitters like the .45-70 Government experience significant bullet deflection when encountering small obstacles. Instructor Chris Baker uses pine furring strips to simulate brush, showing that all tested calibers, including the .223 Remington, are susceptible to trajectory changes and destabilization. The key takeaway is that no bullet is a true 'brush buster,' and hunters should prioritize clear shots and use optics to identify obstructions.

This video demonstrates shooting from within a vehicle, highlighting how windshields significantly deflect initial shots due to their angle and laminated construction. Subsequent shots tend to follow the initial path. Side windows, made of tempered glass, shatter easily. The test also measured sound levels inside the car during firing.

This video tests various rifle calibers to determine their effectiveness when shooting through brush. The key takeaway is that heavier, slower bullets (like .44 Magnum or .577/450 Martini-Henry) are less prone to deflection and tumbling than lighter, faster rounds (like 7.62x39mm or .30-30 Winchester). Mass is identified as the most critical factor for a reliable brush gun.

This expert-level guide from Gunsite Academy's Bob Whaley details the critical techniques for shooting from cover. It emphasizes understanding the distinction between cover and concealment, optimal positioning relative to cover, and utilizing angles to minimize exposure while maximizing visual advantage. The instruction covers proper firearm presentation, movement, and target engagement strategies for defensive scenarios.

Hickok45 discusses Arntzen steel targets, emphasizing their 3/8 inch hardened steel construction. He stresses the importance of flat targets for safe downward bullet deflection and warns against angled or uneven surfaces that can cause dangerous ricochets. The targets are effectively hung using common shepherd's hooks, with recommendations for reinforcing support for heavier targets.