Videos tagged with Hollow Point Expansion

This expert-level analysis details a ballistic gel test of Federal Punch .38 Special +P 120-grain ammunition, comparing performance from 2-inch and 3-inch barrel revolvers. The test highlights how barrel length significantly impacts velocity and the ability of the projectile to overcome clothing barriers and achieve proper expansion. The Federal Punch demonstrated insufficient performance from shorter barrels, failing to expand and clogging with fabric.

This review details a ballistic gel test of Sellier & Bellot XRG Defense .38 Special ammunition. The test, conducted by a firearms instructor, evaluated performance through a clothing barrier using two revolvers. Results indicated significant issues with projectile expansion, leading to a critical assessment of its self-defense effectiveness.

This comprehensive review details a ballistic gel test of the Winchester Black Talon .357 Magnum 180-grain ammunition. Conducted by the Tools&Targets host, the test utilized a Ruger GP100 and Colt Python, measuring velocities with a LabRadar and analyzing wound channels through heavy clothing barriers. The results demonstrate significant expansion and penetration, with projectiles retaining 100% of their weight and expanding to approximately 0.75 inches, showcasing the effectiveness of this older ammunition design.

This video from Gun Talk tests the new Fiocchi Covert X defensive ammunition, specifically designed for concealed carry and short-barreled firearms. The review focuses on terminal performance, including penetration and hollow point expansion, for popular calibers like .380 ACP, 9mm, and .38 Special. It highlights the importance of ammunition selection for self-defense and showcases how Fiocchi's engineered bullet design contributes to reliable performance at typical carry-gun velocities. The video aims to help viewers make informed decisions about concealed carry ammunition.

This test debunks the myth that thick clothing prevents hollow point bullet expansion. Using ballistic gel and a VertX sun hoodie, .380 Auto and 9mm rounds were fired. All tested hollow points, including Winchester, Hornady Critical Defense, and Defiant Munitions TCX, expanded successfully, with the Defiant Munitions .380 showing exceptional performance despite fabric contact.

This video explores the potential failure points of hollow-point ammunition, explaining how obstructions can prevent expansion. It demonstrates this concept through a real-world scenario involving a car door and a controlled water jug test. The test shows a hollow-point bullet failing to expand when fired through an aluminum sheet, causing it to penetrate further than an un-obstructed hollow-point. The content aims to educate viewers on ammo performance and safety.

This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test of the Asym .45 Auto 185gr TAC-XP solid copper hollow point ammunition, fired from a Springfield Armory XD-45. The review covers performance in bare gel and through four layers of denim, analyzing penetration, expansion, and weight retention. The presenter, Andrew B., concludes the ammunition is suitable for defense, emphasizing the importance of user-specific firearm reliability testing.

This video provides a detailed penetration test of the Seecamp LWS .32 pistol using Hornady XTP 60-grain hollow-point ammunition. The test replicates previous conditions using OSB wood boards and cement board, with additional testing in water. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, notes the difficulty in sourcing .32 ACP ammunition and compares the performance of the Hornady XTP to PMC hollow points. The Seecamp LWS .32 demonstrated reliable function throughout the testing.

This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test and review of HSM's 9mm 124gr XTP ammunition, fired from a Smith & Wesson Model 6906. The test simulates real-world conditions by including four layers of denim to represent heavy clothing. Data presented includes velocity, penetration depth, retained weight, and expansion measurements for both bare gel and denim-covered gel. The results are described as "mixed," suggesting varied performance outcomes. The video also highlights Ventura Munitions as a sponsor and mentions Hoppe's No. 9 Gun Bore Cleaner.