Videos tagged with Federal HST Micro

This video by Sully from Line 45 debunks the myth of revolvers being foolproof, detailing six common failure points. It covers bullet creep, high primers, debris under the ejector star, timing issues, internal lock engagement in S&W revolvers, and operator-induced failures like short-stroking. The instructor emphasizes practical checks and maintenance to ensure reliability.

This video details the process of reloading 38 Special ammunition using Federal HST Micro bullets, specifically seating them to the cannelure to increase case capacity and potentially boost velocity. The presenter discusses using HP-38 powder and standard load data, aiming for improved performance over factory loads. The goal is to achieve better expansion and penetration in ballistic gel testing.

This video details a comprehensive ballistics gel test for various .38 Special loads fired from a Smith & Wesson 642 snub-nose revolver. The expert instructor analyzes bullet expansion, penetration, and wound channels, offering critical insights into ammunition performance for self-defense. Key takeaways include the importance of bullet design for reliable expansion in short barrels and safety considerations for handloading .38 Special ammunition.

This ballistic gel test evaluates the Federal HST Micro 130gr .38 Special +P ammunition. Testing revealed that the snub-nose revolver achieved 16 inches of penetration with ideal expansion, while the 4-inch barrel yielded 13.5 inches of penetration. Despite lower velocity from the longer barrel, expansion was still effective.