Videos tagged with Hickory Flatbs

This video tests three exotic shotgun shells for their explosive impact. The Bearclaw, containing multiple AR-15 bullets, and the Meat Tenderizer, which produced a significant explosion, are compared against the Extreme Marine, a combination of birdshot, buckshot, and a slug. The Meat Tenderizer is identified as the 'energy king' for its destructive power on a water jug.

This video compares three types of smoke-generating devices for tactical obscuration. The TLSFX SP90 hand-strike smoke bomb is highlighted for its rapid, thick white smoke output, effectively obscuring a range quickly. A grenade-launched smoke bomb from Ordnance Group, fired via a TAC 79 launcher, offers milder masking capabilities for its size. An expired emergency smoke flare from Hickory Flatbs produces a long-lasting, intensely orange smoke, though with less immediate masking power than the SP90.

This video demonstrates the differences between red and green signal flares, highlighting their operational mechanics and visual effects. It showcases a signaling kit that includes whistles, sound caps, and hearing protection, emphasizing the importance of auditory safety. The demonstration reveals specific loading procedures for the flares and their distinct visual outputs, with the green flare being described as an 'illumination grenade' for high visibility.

This video tests the effectiveness of specialized 12 Gauge shotgun shells from Hickory Flatbs, designed to fragment like 'hopscotch pieces' but made of lead. The test uses ballistic gel to measure penetration, revealing that while the projectiles fragment, they achieve significant penetration depths of 8-12 inches, making them potentially suitable for home defense without over-penetration risk.

This video tests the effectiveness of 12 gauge 'Jack' shotgun shells from Hickory Flatbs. Using clear ballistics gelatin and a Geoffrey Arms Filthy Pheasant shotgun, the test reveals that the unique 'jack' projectiles penetrate 8-12 inches. Notably, the projectile's design prevents overpenetration, making them a potential consideration for home defense scenarios where minimizing collateral damage is crucial.

This video demonstrates the 'Hot Mama' shotgun shell, a combination flashbang and bear spray. The instructor tests its effectiveness and potential drawbacks, noting the intense burn and stinging sensation even without direct impact. The sound is deemed potentially effective at deterring bears, but the back-drift of the cloud is a significant concern.

This video explores the potential of explosive shotgun shells, specifically the Hickory Flatbs ammunition tested in a GeForce Arms Filthy Feasant shotgun. While not producing Hollywood-style fireballs, the ammunition demonstrated a small, quick explosion with significant shrapnel upon impact with steel targets and a cinder block, raising questions about its tactical utility.

This video explores various "Dragon's Breath" ammunition types for 12 gauge shotguns, testing their effectiveness and unique characteristics. It showcases rounds ranging from less lethal rubber duck projectiles to highly destructive full metal slugs and buckshot combinations, highlighting their potential impact and intended applications. The content emphasizes the novelty and power of these specialty rounds, with a focus on their performance in destructive testing scenarios.

This video tests a Hickory Flatbs 12 gauge "Cayenne Pepper Blast" shotgun round, designed to simulate tear gas effects. The test confirms the round produces a significant, unpleasant cloud of pepper smoke, effectively incapacitating an area for a short duration. While not a traditional tear gas grenade, it serves as a potent, albeit temporary, irritant.