Lost Arts Part 5: The Little .410 Shotgun that Could

Published on January 9, 2012
Duration: 5:54

This video tests the extreme limits of a Brazilian-made .410 shotgun by firing higher-pressure and larger-caliber rounds, including 30-30 Winchester and .454 Casull. Despite significant pressure differences and casing failures with the 30-30, the shotgun's bore and action remained undamaged after firing the powerful .454 Casull. The firearm, imported by Firearms Import and Export Corp, demonstrated surprising durability for its origin and perceived low cost.

Quick Summary

A Brazilian-made .410 shotgun was tested with high-pressure rounds like 30-30 Winchester and .454 Casull. While the 30-30 caused casing splits, the shotgun survived the .454 Casull (55,000 PSI) without structural failure, maintaining its bore integrity and function.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Testing the .410 Shotgun Limits
  2. 01:3830-30 Winchester Round Test
  3. 02:00.444 Marlin Round Test & Water Jugs
  4. 02:44.454 Casull High-Pressure Test
  5. 03:24Post-Firing Inspection & Bore Measurement
  6. 04:47Gun Origin and Durability Discussion

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened when a 30-30 Winchester round was fired from the .410 shotgun?

When a 30-30 Winchester round was fired from the .410 shotgun, the brass casing split significantly due to lack of chamber support. However, the firearm itself remained undamaged, though the round lacked power, performing similarly to a .22 LR.

Can a .410 shotgun handle .454 Casull rounds?

In this test, a Brazilian .410 shotgun was fired with .454 Casull rounds (approx. 55,000 PSI). The firearm survived this extreme test without structural failure, with the action still functioning and the bore showing no signs of stretching.

How durable is the Brazilian .410 shotgun tested in the video?

The Brazilian .410 shotgun demonstrated surprising durability. After firing .444 Marlin and .454 Casull rounds, its action still functioned, brass ejected perfectly, and the bore measurement remained unchanged, indicating no structural compromise.

What are the key specifications of the tested Brazilian .410 shotgun?

The tested firearm is a Brazilian-made .410 single-shot shotgun, likely imported by Firearms Import and Export Corp. It has a 1-round capacity and its bore diameter was measured at .387 inches post-testing.

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