10mm vs 357 Magnum vs Ballistic Gel

This video provides a detailed look at a 10mm handload featuring 9.0 grains of Hodgdon Longshot powder and a 165gr Sig Sauer V-Crown JHP bullet. An experienced handloader demonstrates the process and conducts chronograph testing through a Glock 29 (3.78-inch barrel) and a 1911 (5-inch barrel), yielding velocities of 1225 fps and 1325 fps respectively. The data highlights the impact of barrel length on ballistic performance.

This video compares the terminal ballistics of 10mm Auto and .357 Magnum by firing them into a frozen lake. The visual evidence suggests the .357 Magnum created a slightly larger and deeper impact crater in the ice, indicating potentially greater energy transfer in this specific test. The presenter, Mr. Madness, demonstrates a casual yet experimental approach to caliber comparison.

This review by Ted from Line45 critically examines six popular firearms often marketed towards seniors, highlighting why they may be impractical for self-defense. The analysis focuses on recoil management, ease of manipulation, and overall utility under stress, advising against choices that prioritize perceived safety or lightness over functional effectiveness. Expert insights are provided on the physics of recoil and firearm design.

This review of the COP 357 Magnum pocket pistol highlights its unique four-barrel design chambered in .357 Magnum. The host demonstrates its sequential firing mechanism and the intense recoil associated with the caliber. The video also touches on practical considerations like the difficulty of operating the break-action in cold weather, offering insights from an experienced firearms content creator.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics delves into the history and performance of Winchester's controversial Black Talon ammunition. Host Scott debunks myths about the ammunition being banned, explaining it was voluntarily withdrawn from the civilian market due to public pressure. Through extensive ballistic gel and body armor testing across various calibers, the video demonstrates the actual penetration and expansion capabilities of Black Talons, concluding they were not armor-piercing for handguns and were later rebranded as Ranger SXT.

This comprehensive review pits the Sig Sauer MCX Rattler LT in 5.56 NATO, 7.62x39mm, and .300 Blackout against each other. Through ballistic gel tests, speed drills, and long-range shooting, the video provides detailed performance comparisons. The hosts, demonstrating high authority, highlight the strengths of each caliber, with the 5.56 version ultimately earning a preference for its balance of recoil and performance.

This video details a catastrophic failure of a Serbu RN-50 rifle chambered in .50 BMG, which exploded due to extreme pressure exceeding 85,000 PSI. The incident resulted in severe injuries to the shooter, Scott, including a broken orbital bone, nose, lacerated jugular vein, and punctured lung. The analysis points to the breech cap shearing off its threads as the failure point, highlighting the dangers of exceeding firearm pressure limits.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics puts the Desert Eagle Mark XIX through a series of extreme environmental torture tests. The firearm demonstrates impressive initial resilience, functioning perfectly after water submersion and snow exposure. However, it encounters significant malfunctions when subjected to mud and sand, highlighting potential failure points in extreme conditions. The test is conducted by Scott, a recognized authority in destructive firearm testing.

This video features a series of extreme caliber tests using a zombie torso dummy. The .700 Nitro Express is tested with a 1000-grain soft point round, followed by .600, .500, and .470 Nitro Express calibers. Additional tests include the .460 Weatherby Magnum and .500 Jeffery, showcasing the immense power and recoil of these large-bore firearms.

This Liberty Safe National Classic Select underwent extreme torture tests, including a flamethrower fire simulation and ballistic impacts. While it withstood .45 ACP, .50 AE, .500 S&W Magnum, and .450 Marlin rounds, a .308 Win round penetrated, and .50 BMG rounds easily breached the safe. Despite significant damage, the safe's frame remained intact against mechanical force.