Will A Flare Gun Shoot Shotgun Shells?!

Published on March 13, 2021
Duration: 5:08

This video demonstrates the dangerous impossibility of firing a 12-gauge shotgun shell from a plastic Orion flare gun. Modifications were made to the flare gun's tapered barrel to allow the shell to seat, but the plastic construction failed catastrophically under the pressure. The experiment highlights the critical difference in pressure handling between flare guns and actual firearms, emphasizing safety.

Quick Summary

Plastic flare guns cannot fire 12-gauge shotgun shells. The barrel's taper prevents seating, and the plastic construction cannot contain the shell's pressure, leading to dangerous explosions. This experiment highlights the critical safety differences between flare guns and firearms.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Flare Gun vs Shotgun Shells
  2. 01:00Safety Setup & Barrel Modification
  3. 02:06The Dangerous Test Fire
  4. 03:08Explosion Analysis & Damage Report
  5. 04:54Conclusion: It's Impossible & Dangerous

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a flare gun fire a shotgun shell?

No, a standard plastic flare gun cannot fire a 12-gauge shotgun shell. Flare gun barrels are tapered to prevent seating larger projectiles, and their plastic construction cannot withstand the immense pressure generated by shotgun ammunition, leading to dangerous explosions.

Why did the flare gun explode when firing a shotgun shell?

The plastic barrel of the Orion flare gun was not designed to contain the high pressure of a 12-gauge shotgun shell. The pressure caused the barrel to rupture and explode, preventing the shell from firing properly.

Is it safe to modify a flare gun to shoot shotgun shells?

Absolutely not. Modifying a flare gun to fire shotgun shells is extremely dangerous. The materials and design are fundamentally different, and attempting this can lead to severe injury or death due to catastrophic failure of the device.

What is the difference between a flare gun and a shotgun?

Flare guns are designed to launch pyrotechnic signals and are typically made of plastic, with low pressure tolerances. Shotguns are robust firearms built from strong metals to safely handle the high pressures generated by firing metallic cartridges.

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