how many JAWBREAKERS does it take to stop a bullet?

Published on July 28, 2016
Duration: 6:54

This experiment tests the stopping power of jawbreakers against 9mm bullets. A 9mm FMJ round was stopped by the first jawbreaker, while a 9mm hollow point was stopped by the third. The jawbreakers also proved incredibly durable, even denting an aluminum baseball bat, highlighting their density and hardness.

Quick Summary

It took one 2.5-inch jawbreaker to stop a 9mm 115-grain FMJ bullet. A 9mm 135-grain Hornady Hollow Point penetrated two jawbreakers before being stopped by the third. Jawbreakers also proved extremely hard, denting an aluminum baseball bat.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Jawbreakers vs Bullet Experiment
  2. 00:34Test 1: 9mm FMJ vs Jawbreaker
  3. 01:44Test 2: 9mm Hollow Point vs Jawbreakers
  4. 02:34Bullet Recovery and Observation
  5. 02:54Jawbreaker Durability Test: Baseball Bat
  6. 05:15Final Results: Bat Damage & Jawbreaker Hardness

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jawbreakers does it take to stop a 9mm FMJ bullet?

In the experiment conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, it took just one 2.5-inch diameter jawbreaker to completely stop a 9mm 115-grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) round fired from a Glock 19.

What happened when a hollow point 9mm bullet hit the jawbreakers?

A 9mm 135-grain Hornady Hollow Point bullet shattered the first two jawbreakers and was stopped by the third jawbreaker, indicating greater energy transfer compared to the FMJ round.

Are jawbreakers durable?

Yes, jawbreakers are surprisingly durable. In a test, a jawbreaker was hit with an aluminum baseball bat, remaining intact but causing a significant dent in the bat, demonstrating its extreme hardness.

What firearm was used in the jawbreaker stopping power test?

The primary firearm used in the experiment was a Glock 19 pistol, chambered in 9mm caliber. Different types of 9mm ammunition were tested against the jawbreakers.

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