Videos tagged with Large Caliber Revolvers

This video features an expert-level comparison of the Smith & Wesson 460 Magnum and 500 Magnum revolvers, demonstrating their ballistic capabilities through rigorous testing. The presenter, Scott, showcases the firearms' power by testing their impact on steel, penetration through a vehicle, and effects on various mediums, highlighting the distinct performance characteristics of each caliber. The demonstration emphasizes the significant recoil and destructive potential of these large-bore handguns, particularly with heavy-for-caliber ammunition.

This guide details a practical test of two of the world's largest revolvers: the Magnum Research BFR 500 Linebaugh and the Smith & Wesson Model 500. It focuses on comparing their projectile penetration capabilities using different ammunition types, including hollow points and heavy solid lead bullets, as demonstrated by enthusiast Edwin Sarkissian. The testing highlights significant differences in terminal ballistics based on bullet construction and weight.

This review delves into the rare .577 Bland-Pryse 'stopping revolver,' a formidable Victorian-era firearm designed for dangerous game defense in colonial India. The video highlights its massive .577 caliber, break-action mechanism, and historical context, comparing it to modern cartridges and other historical revolvers. The expert analysis emphasizes the gun's impracticality for general use but its significant stopping power for its intended purpose.

This video provides an expert-level comparison of two formidable revolvers: the Smith & Wesson 500 Magnum ES and the Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan. The host, demonstrating high authority and extensive range experience, details their specifications, weights, and ammunition. The S&W 500 Magnum ES, a discontinued model, is shown to be heavier and produces significant muzzle blast, while the Ruger Alaskan offers a more compact yet potent .454 Casull option. The review emphasizes their suitability for extreme self-defense scenarios.