Can A 460 Magnum Blow Off Your Finger?

Published on July 14, 2025
Duration: 1:25

This experiment demonstrates the significant danger posed by the cylinder gap on high-powered revolvers. Firing .460 S&W Magnum and .454 Casull rounds from a Taurus Raging Hunter resulted in severe damage to a hot dog placed near the gap, illustrating the potential for serious injury to a finger. The lower-pressure .45 Long Colt showed considerably less effect, highlighting the caliber's impact on gas expulsion.

Quick Summary

The cylinder gap on revolvers is a dangerous space where high-pressure hot gases escape during firing. Experiments show that powerful rounds like the .460 S&W Magnum and .454 Casull can cause severe damage to objects placed near this gap, highlighting the risk of serious injury to fingers.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Cylinder Gap Danger Experiment
  2. 00:07Firearm: Taurus Raging Hunter & Calibers
  3. 00:26Understanding the Cylinder Gap
  4. 00:34Testing .460 S&W Magnum
  5. 00:45Testing .454 Casull
  6. 00:56Testing .45 Long Colt
  7. 01:00Results & Safety Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cylinder gap on a revolver and why is it dangerous?

The cylinder gap is the small space between the revolver's cylinder and the barrel. During firing, high-pressure hot gases escape through this gap, which can cause severe injury if a finger or body part is too close.

Can a .460 Magnum cause injury from the cylinder gap?

Yes, firing a .460 S&W Magnum from a powerful revolver like the Taurus Raging Hunter can expel gases with enough force to cause significant damage, as demonstrated by experiments using hot dog proxies.

Does the .454 Casull pose a similar risk from the cylinder gap?

Yes, the .454 Casull has shown to be equally, if not more, dangerous than the .460 S&W Magnum in terms of cylinder gap gas expulsion, causing substantial damage in tests.

Is the .45 Long Colt less dangerous regarding cylinder gap effects?

The .45 Long Colt, being a lower-pressure cartridge, results in significantly less gas expulsion and damage from the cylinder gap compared to magnum calibers like the .460 S&W and .454 Casull.

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