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This video from Yee Yee Life tests the ballistic penetration of various firearm calibers through stacks of playing cards. It demonstrates how many decks of standard Bicycle cards are needed to stop rounds from .22 LR up to .50 BMG. The experiment highlights the surprising stopping power of dense paper against different bullet types and velocities, with the .50 BMG requiring 18 decks for complete stoppage.

With ammunition costs rising, this expert guide from GUN NEWS highlights smart shooter strategies for maintaining proficiency without breaking the bank. The video recommends several firearm platforms known for their lower per-round costs, including .22 LR rifles like the Ruger 10/22, Pistol-Caliber Carbines (PCCs) in 9mm, modern air rifles, inline muzzleloaders, and affordable surplus military rifles. It emphasizes that choosing the right platform can significantly reduce training expenses while still allowing for high-volume practice.

This video tests the projectile resistance of a giant jawbreaker candy against various firearm calibers. While birdshot and .22 LR cause superficial damage, .380 Auto and 9mm rounds significantly fracture the candy. High-powered rifle rounds like 7.62x39 and 6.5 Creedmoor completely obliterate the jawbreaker, demonstrating the vast difference in destructive power between handgun and rifle cartridges.

This video from Yee Yee Life features an experiment testing the ballistic penetration of Feastables chocolate bars against various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. The results show a clear correlation between caliber size and penetration depth, with larger calibers easily passing through dozens of bars. The host, demonstrating safe firearm handling, provides an entertaining look at projectile energy transfer.

Ted from Line45 provides an expert guide on essential calibers to stockpile in anticipation of a potential 2026 ammunition crunch. He details why specific rounds like .22 LR, 9mm, .223/5.56, 12-gauge slugs/buckshot, 7.62x39mm, and .308/7.62 NATO are prone to shortages due to production, demand, and geopolitical factors. The advice emphasizes maintaining reserves for training, defense, and hunting.

This video from Yee Yee Life conducts a practical, albeit informal, ballistics test to determine how many bamboo cutting boards are needed to stop various common bullet calibers. The experiment progresses from a .22 LR, which is stopped by the first board, up to a .50 BMG, which penetrates all eight boards. The host demonstrates safe handling and showcases a variety of firearms used in the tests, providing a visual comparison of bullet energy versus material resistance.

This comedic skit humorously emphasizes the critical importance of wearing eye protection at the shooting range. It illustrates a handgun malfunction, specifically a stovepipe, and uses a visual gag with a spent casing to drive home the safety message. The creator showcases tactical gear and a Sig Sauer P365 XL, demonstrating firearm handling in a range environment.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG, against a tree. Surprisingly, even the powerful .50 BMG round failed to penetrate the tree completely, demonstrating the significant stopping power of natural barriers against firearms.

This video explores the hypothetical concept of using a human body as a suppressor, simulating the scenario with ballistic gel. A Derya Arms .22 rifle is fired into a ballistic gel head, with the host noting the shot sounded 'dead silent'. The experiment demonstrates the penetration depth of a .22 LR round through the simulated head.

This test evaluates the ballistic protection of a Belgian M1 steel helmet against various calibers. While it stopped birdshot, .22, and .380 Auto rounds, it failed to defeat 9mm and .223 Remington rounds, indicating it is not suitable for protection against common handgun or rifle threats.