Videos tagged with Concealment vs Cover

This video tests common household objects and vehicle components as ballistic cover against various calibers including .22 LR, 9mm, .223, 12 gauge, and 300 Blackout. The experiment uses ballistic dummies to determine if objects provide cover (stopping rounds) or concealment (not stopping rounds). Results indicate that most everyday items offer minimal to no effective cover against common firearm calibers, with only certain materials and calibers showing potential to stop rounds.

This video provides a detailed tactical analysis of an officer-involved shooting stemming from a domestic disturbance where an order of protection was violated. Experts John Correia and Mike Willever break down the body-worn camera footage, highlighting officer entry tactics, engagement procedures, and critical lessons learned regarding marksmanship under stress, proactive reloading, and the difference between concealment and cover. The analysis emphasizes the importance of communication and tactical awareness in high-stress situations.

This YouTube video from Polenar Tactical investigates whether car doors can stop bullets, debunking the myth that they offer effective cover. While acknowledging they provide concealment and are better than no protection, the video demonstrates through live-fire testing at a shooting range that car doors are not reliable ballistic barriers. The creators encourage viewer engagement by asking for suggestions on what to shoot next and urge sharing due to YouTube's content policies.

This analysis from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia, breaks down a self-defense incident where a defender successfully stopped an armed robbery. The video highlights the importance of early threat detection, drawing a firearm, issuing commands, and tactical movement post-engagement. It also touches on the complex issue of company policy versus personal safety when carrying a firearm.

This video details a deliberate, one-man room clearing technique for civilian self-defense scenarios, emphasizing situational awareness and tactical movement. Instructor Brendan of TRB guides viewers through clearing narrow angles, maintaining a stable base, and using angles of approach (45, 90, 150 degrees) to gain visual control of the room. Key principles include avoiding the threshold, securing a point of domination, and understanding the difference between concealment and cover.

This video provides expert instruction on one-man room clearing techniques, drawing from former Israeli Special Ops experience. It details critical concepts like 'event horizons,' tactical footwork, muzzle discipline, and the 'slicing the pie' method. The emphasis is on a calculated, aware approach to solo entry, avoiding the common mistake of rushing.

In this experimental video, renowned firearms educator Hickok45 tests the ballistic resistance of a household dryer against various common firearms and ammunition. The results demonstrate that while a dryer may offer concealment, it does not provide adequate ballistic cover against most handgun and rifle calibers, with rounds easily penetrating the appliance and backstop.