Videos tagged with FTX

This comprehensive ballistic gel test evaluates Hornady's Critical Defense (FTX) and Custom (XTP) .25 ACP ammunition. The host, demonstrating high expertise, uses a Beretta 21A Bobcat and a LabRadar to record velocities averaging over 900 fps. Results show neither round expanded through a heavy clothing barrier, with FTX penetrating 10.5 inches and XTP reaching 17.5 inches. The expert concludes .25 ACP is underpowered for self-defense, recommending hard-cast bullets over hollow points for this caliber.

This ballistic gel test reveals that removing the polymer insert from Hornady Critical Defense 9mm 115gr FTX ammunition surprisingly increased its expansion diameter while slightly reducing penetration depth. The standard round penetrated 13 inches, while the insert-less round reached 11.25 inches. However, the latter expanded to 0.57-0.58 inches compared to the standard round's 0.46-0.48 inches, suggesting the insert's primary role is controlling expansion for consistent penetration.

This video details preparing for a Milsim West event, emphasizing living in your kit for 40 hours. It covers essential gear like the Eberlestock Fac Track pack and Crye JPC 2.0 plate carrier, weighing 26 lbs and 38 lbs respectively. Key tactical considerations include night vision, communication systems, and weapon PID, highlighting the immersive and demanding nature of these field exercises.

This video calls out gun owners and YouTubers who are not actively training with their firearms, deeming them a liability. The creator emphasizes the importance of consistent training, including dry fire practice, physical training (PT), and formal instruction. They specifically mention FTX style events and direct viewers to @BlueJeanOperator for information. The video also includes links to the creator's Patreon and Instagram.

This video compares the terminal ballistics of .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum rounds fired from Henry Big Boy lever action rifles. Both calibers, loaded with Hornady LeverEvolution FTX ammunition, significantly exceeded advertised velocities and demonstrated impressive energy transfer and penetration in ballistic gel tests. The .44 Magnum showed more violent impact and greater penetration, while the .357 Magnum also performed exceptionally well, validating their effectiveness for hunting and self-defense.

The .50 Beowulf cartridge, developed by Alexander Arms, offers significant stopping power on an AR-15 platform. Despite its large caliber, it uses standard AR-15 lower receivers and magazines, with modifications primarily to the barrel and bolt. Testing reveals substantial recoil, comparable to a .45-70, and impressive energy transfer, demonstrated by its destructive effect on targets and ballistic gel.

This YouTube video features professional angler Mark Rose providing a review of Frogg Toggs rain gear. He discusses the features and differences between the Pilot Pro and FTX rain jacket and waterproof bib sets. The video highlights the benefits of this gear for anglers, with mentions of Mark Rose's ambassadorship with MidwayUSA. While the content is focused on outdoor apparel for fishing, there are no firearms or related topics discussed.

This video explores the effectiveness of the .35 Remington cartridge as a 'brush gun' through a series of practical tests. The host, admitting no prior experience with the caliber, uses a Henry .35 Remington Side Gate Loader to shoot through various brush types, including briars and sticks. The tests reveal how different obstructions affect bullet flight, with a notable instance of keyholing occurring after shooting through thicker sticks at closer range. The video also critiques the performance of Hornady FTX bullets in brush, concluding they can be easily deflected.

This video compares Hornady Critical Duty and Critical Defense 9mm ammunition. Critical Duty (124gr +P) excels in barrier penetration and full-size pistols, achieving 15 inches in gel tests. Critical Defense (115gr) is designed for compacts, prioritizing rapid expansion and less penetration (9.5-10.5 inches) to avoid over-penetration. Barrier tests show Critical Duty maintains integrity while Critical Defense fails.

This video tests Hornady's 115-grain 9mm Critical Defense ammunition using ballistics gel and the FBI heavy clothing test. The results show consistent performance, with the FTX bullet achieving excellent expansion and robust wound channels in both bare gel (9.5 inches penetration) and through four layers of fabric (9.25 inches penetration). The host concludes it's a reliable self-defense round.

This video provides a detailed gel test and review of Hornady 9x18mm 95gr FTX Critical Defense ammunition. The test uses a Bulgarian Arsenal Makarov pistol with a 3.7-inch barrel, firing into Clearballistics gel to assess key performance metrics including velocity, penetration depth, expansion characteristics, and retained projectile weight. The review highlights the performance of this specific defensive ammunition in a popular caliber, offering valuable insights for firearm owners.

This video showcases the extreme power of the Smith & Wesson .460 Magnum revolver using a purple cabbage as a ballistic medium. High-speed footage reveals the cabbage completely vaporizing upon impact, demonstrating the round's immense energy transfer. The S&W Performance Center X-frame revolver, paired with Hornady 200gr FTX ammunition, exhibits impressive flat trajectory and significant recoil, even requiring specialized grips.