Opening a Safe with a Grenade?

Published on January 31, 2020
Duration: 10:06

This video demonstrates a highly dangerous and unconventional method of attempting to breach a SentrySafe using two M67 fragmentation grenades. While the safe is destroyed, the gold bar and most of the cash are recovered. The experiment highlights the destructive power of explosives but is presented as entertainment rather than a practical safe-opening technique. The host, Edwin Sarkissian, exhibits a high level of confidence in handling such volatile materials, though this is framed within an entertainment context.

Quick Summary

Two M67 fragmentation grenades were used to completely destroy a SentrySafe in a desert test. While the safe was obliterated, a gold bar and most of the $10,000 cash inside were recovered, though some currency was damaged. This stunt highlights the destructive power of explosives but is not a practical or safe method for opening a safe.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Safe
  2. 00:30The Grenade Plan
  3. 01:00Loading Valuables
  4. 01:34Rigging the Explosives
  5. 04:40The Explosion
  6. 05:25Post-Explosion Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a grenade open a SentrySafe?

In this experiment, two M67 fragmentation grenades were used to completely destroy a SentrySafe. The explosive force obliterated the safe, scattering debris across the desert shooting range.

What happens to valuables inside a safe during a grenade explosion?

When a SentrySafe was destroyed by grenades, a gold bar and most of the cash ($10,000) were recovered. Some cash was singed and scattered, indicating partial survival of contents despite extreme destruction.

Is it safe to use grenades to open a safe?

No, using grenades to open a safe is extremely dangerous and illegal without proper authorization and training. This video depicts a stunt performed by professionals in a controlled environment, not a recommended procedure.

What are the features of the SentrySafe tested?

The SentrySafe featured a digital keypad with key backup, four large locking bolts, and was advertised as fire-resistant and water-resistant. It was purchased for approximately $250.

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