EARL DIBBLES BALLISTICS

This expert guide, presented by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics, demonstrates the extreme danger of using modern smokeless gunpowder in a muzzleloader. The experiment clearly shows that muzzleloaders are designed for slower-burning black powder, and substituting modern powders leads to catastrophic failure due to immense pressure differences. The video emphasizes that this practice is akin to creating a 'pipe bomb' and should never be attempted.

This video tests the durability of firearms against various barrel obstructions. A 12-gauge shotgun catastrophically failed when subjected to dirt and sand, with barrels splitting. In contrast, an AR-15 (Diamondback DB15) proved highly resilient, successfully firing through dirt, sand, clay, organic materials, and even water without sustaining damage. The test highlights significant differences in firearm design and material resilience under extreme stress.

This experiment tests the durability of a Tevlaphee tire boot against various firearm calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. While smaller calibers caused only superficial damage, even powerful rounds like the .500 Magnum and 10 Gauge shotgun failed to dislodge the boot. It took a .300 Win Mag to damage the internal rod and a .50 BMG to completely destroy the mechanism, proving the boot's robust design.

This video tests the effectiveness of using a pillow as a makeshift silencer, a common trope in movies. The host conducts a sound test by firing a firearm into a pillow multiple times and compares the resulting sound to firing without the pillow. The visual evidence shows the pillow accumulating bullet holes, indicating it was used as a backstop.

This video tests the effectiveness of pure silver bullets in various calibers against a werewolf ballistic dummy. While silver offers deep penetration, it shows minimal expansion similar to FMJ rounds, especially at lower velocities. Higher velocity rounds like .308 and .50 BMG demonstrate more deformation, with the .50 BMG completely obliterating the dummy's head.

This video demonstrates the extreme danger of squib loads, where insufficient powder causes a bullet to lodge in the barrel. Firing a second round behind a lodged bullet can lead to catastrophic firearm failure, as shown with a 12-gauge shotgun and a .30-06 rifle experiencing barrel bulges and splits. While a 9mm pistol surprisingly cleared the obstruction, the host emphasizes this is not guaranteed and vigilance for 'pop and no kick' is crucial for safety.

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.