Rube Goldberg Machine... But With GUNS!!!

This guide details the installation of Slick Shot stainless steel nipples on a Pietta 1860 black powder revolver. The upgrade aims to improve reliability by preventing cap fragments from jamming the cylinder and potentially enhancing ignition consistency due to a larger internal passage. The process involves unscrewing old nipples and installing the new ones, with a specific note on using Remington #10 caps.

This entry details a high school student's ambitious, albeit dangerous, project to build a .50 caliber projectile launcher using a hydrogen and oxygen gas propulsion system. It highlights the technical ingenuity involved, the legal ambiguities surrounding homemade devices, and critical safety considerations that ultimately prevented the device from being fired. The narrative also touches upon the consequences of seeking professional help and the subsequent ATF involvement.

This guide details a comparison between using an ultrasonic cleaner and a dishwasher for cleaning a black powder revolver. The experiment, conducted by an experienced shooter with 20 years of black powder experience, found the ultrasonic cleaner to be effective, while the dishwasher method resulted in light rust and bluing loss. The speaker strongly recommends the ultrasonic cleaner for firearm maintenance.

This video from Johnny Q tests the efficacy of using a common water bottle as a firearm suppressor. The test involves attaching a Kirkland water bottle to a Glock 19X and firing it. The results clearly show that the water bottle is ineffective as a suppressor and is destroyed in the process, highlighting the dangers and futility of such makeshift modifications. The presenter emphasizes proper firearm handling and acknowledges ATF regulations humorously.

Dustin Winegar, a specialist in historical firearms, provides a detailed guide on preparing new black powder revolvers for use. The process involves thorough disassembly, removal of shipping oil with degreasers, meticulous drying, and application of Ballistol lubricant to protect the metal and facilitate future cleaning. This ensures the firearm is properly maintained and ready for its first range session.

This guide details the installation of the Lage MAX-11/15 upper receiver, a modification that transforms a Mac-11 or Mac-10 pistol into a rifle-style firearm. Expert Ian McCollum emphasizes the importance of adhering to ATF regulations to ensure the firearm remains compliant. The process involves attaching the upper receiver to a registered machine gun lower, ensuring proper function, and confirming it cannot be fired independently.

This video from DemolitionRanch, hosted by Matt Carriker, explores the capabilities of high-powered, regulated air rifles like the AirForce Texan SS and Sam Yang Dragon Claw. Carriker demonstrates their impressive power, accuracy, and surprisingly quiet operation due to integrated suppressors, highlighting a legal loophole where these airguns and their suppressors are not subject to NFA regulations. The content showcases ballistics testing and comparisons, emphasizing the expert knowledge of the host in firearms and related legalities.

This video features Nicholas Irving, a former Special Operations sniper, demonstrating and discussing various high-powered firearms. Irving, author of 'Way of the Reaper,' shares insights on sniper rifles like the Barrett M107A1 and SR-25, discusses the recoil of the S&W 500 Magnum, and tests the penetration capabilities of different calibers against an engine block. The content highlights practical applications and the effectiveness of these weapons in tactical scenarios.

This video demonstrates the dangerous consequences of firing incorrect ammunition calibers in firearms. Experienced instructor Matt Carriker shows how .380 ACP in a 9mm firearm and 9mm in a .40 S&W firearm can lead to cycling failures and severe brass deformation due to improper headspacing. The experiment highlights the critical importance of using the correct ammunition for each firearm to ensure safe operation and prevent damage.

This video from DemolitionRanch, featuring firearms expert Matt Carriker, tests the ballistic resistance of Flex Tape when used as improvised body armor. The experiment involves layering Flex Tape onto cardboard and testing its effectiveness against .22 LR, 5.7x28mm (FN PS90), and 9mm (CZ Scorpion Evo 3 S1) rounds. The results demonstrate that even extensive layering of Flex Tape is insufficient to stop common firearm calibers, highlighting the importance of proper ballistic materials.