how many pans it takes to stop a bullet?

Published on May 9, 2016
Duration: 4:15

This video tests how many pans are needed to stop a 9mm bullet. Both standard and hollow point 9mm rounds were tested against a stack of cookware. The results showed that six pans were sufficient to stop both types of ammunition, though the hollow point caused more deformation.

Quick Summary

Six pans were sufficient to stop both standard and hollow point 9mm bullets in a ballistic test. While penetration depth was similar, the hollow point caused more dramatic deformation on the final pan.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Mother's Day Pan Test
  2. 00:37First Shot: Standard 9mm Bullet
  3. 00:54Damage Assessment After First Shot
  4. 02:16Second Shot: 9mm Hollow Point Test
  5. 03:04Final Results & Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pans did it take to stop a 9mm bullet in the test?

In the ballistic test conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, it took six pans to successfully stop both a standard 9mm round and a 9mm hollow point round, preventing any penetration through the final pan.

What type of 9mm ammunition was used in the pan test?

The test involved two types of 9mm ammunition: a standard 9mm round and a 124-grain Federal 9mm hollow point round. Both were fired at a stack of cookware.

Did the hollow point 9mm bullet penetrate further than the standard round?

No, both the standard 9mm round and the 124-grain hollow point round were stopped by the sixth pan. However, the hollow point caused more significant deformation to the pan.

What brands of cookware were used in the ballistic test?

The video featured various pots and pans, with specific mentions or visible branding including 'Great Gatherings', 'Paula Deen Collection', 'Big Lots', and 'Burro Brand'.

Related News

All News →

More General Videos You Might Like

More from Edwin Sarkissian

View all →