This guide details an experiment testing the effectiveness of phone books as improvised body armor against various firearm calibers. The video, presented with energetic and humorous commentary by Matt Carriker, demonstrates that while some handgun rounds can be stopped by a sufficient number of phone books, rifle rounds easily penetrate. The testing highlights differences in penetration based on caliber, velocity, and bullet type.
This video tests the penetration power of a .50 BMG round fired from a Serbu RN-50 rifle into approximately 40 stacked phone books. The Hornady 750-grain A-MAX projectile successfully penetrated 26 phone books before being recovered, showing significant deformation. The test highlights the destructive capability of the .50 caliber round.
This YouTube video, titled 'GLOCK 19 VS PHONE BOOKS', likely explores the durability or penetration capabilities of a Glock 19 pistol by testing it against phone books. The description provides links to the creator's website and Instagram, suggesting a focus on firearm-related content and potentially product promotion. While the exact nature of the test isn't detailed, the title clearly indicates a comparison involving a specific firearm model and an unusual testing medium.
This YouTube video, titled "bullet vs phone books," likely features a ballistic test or demonstration comparing the penetration power of bullets against phone books. The description provides links to the creator's website and Instagram, suggesting a focus on firearm-related content or product showcases. While specific firearms or calibers are not mentioned in the provided text, the title strongly implies a test involving ammunition and its impact on a common object, common in ballistic testing and firearm enthusiast content.
This video explores the penetration capabilities of 7.62x51mm tracer rounds by shooting through phone books at dusk. The description includes links to an Amazon store, Patreon, USCCA, and a music channel. A comprehensive disclaimer emphasizes that the content is for documentary, educational, and entertainment purposes only, and all shooting is conducted under professional supervision on approved ranges. It strongly advises viewers against imitation and stresses that any actions depicted are at their own risk. The creators also state they are not a gun store and do not sell firearms or parts, nor do they provide instructions for firearm modification.
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