8 Craziest Improvised Weapons Built In Prison

Published on October 14, 2023
Duration: 12:49

This video explores the extreme ingenuity of inmates in constructing functional firearms and weapons from everyday materials. It showcases a range of improvised devices, from hardened toilet paper shivs to complex .22 caliber zip guns and even a 12-gauge slam-fire shotgun disguised as a club. The content highlights the resourcefulness and dangerous creativity found within prison systems.

Quick Summary

Inmates demonstrate extreme ingenuity by crafting weapons from everyday items. This includes hardened toilet paper shivs, modified staple guns firing .22 caliber rounds, and even 12-gauge slam-fire shotguns built from pipes.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Prison Ingenuity & Weaponry
  2. 00:43Toilet Paper Shiv Construction
  3. 02:23Toothbrush Shiv & Razor Blade Mods
  4. 03:41Chickenwire Glass Shiv Explained
  5. 05:12.22 Knuckle Duster Zip Gun Build
  6. 06:46.22 Staple Gun Firearm
  7. 08:12.22 Cap Gun Conversion
  8. 09:36Double Barreled Match Head Pistol
  9. 10:5712 Gauge Slam Fire Shotgun Club

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some common improvised weapons made in prison?

Inmates create a variety of weapons, including sharpened shivs from materials like toilet paper or toothbrushes. More complex items include zip guns made from scrap metal, modified staple guns, and even functional shotguns constructed from pipes.

How are shivs made from toilet paper?

Prisoners wet and tightly pack toilet paper, allowing it to dry until it's as hard as wood. This dense material can then be sharpened to a point, sometimes further hardened with glue.

Can toy guns be converted into real firearms?

Yes, toy cap guns have been converted into functional zip guns. This involves replacing the toy barrel with a metal pipe and modifying the firing mechanism, often using rubber bands for power.

What is a slam-fire shotgun?

A slam-fire shotgun is a type of firearm where the trigger mechanism is bypassed. The hammer or firing pin is manually driven forward to strike the primer, typically using a simple pipe-within-a-pipe design.

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