This Broom is a Shotgun - Street Sweeper

Published on May 6, 2024
Duration: 19:04

This video showcases a custom-built 12-gauge shotgun disguised as a broom, referred to as the 'Street Sweeper'. The creator demonstrates its operation, including loading, firing, and the use of both full-size and mini shells. Extensive testing is performed, including penetration tests in ballistic gel and against steel, as well as accuracy tests at various distances.

Quick Summary

The 'Street Sweeper' is a custom 12-gauge shotgun disguised as a broom, featuring a flashlight and red dot sight. It was tested with full-size and mini shells (buckshot and slugs), demonstrating reasonable accuracy at 30 yards and significant penetration in ballistic gel and sheet metal.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Broom Shotgun
  2. 00:31Creator and Custom Build
  3. 00:44Multi-Purpose Design
  4. 01:00Accessories: Flashlight and Red Dot
  5. 01:21Mini Shells from Gun Prime
  6. 01:56Operation and Trigger Mechanism
  7. 02:44Loading the Shotgun
  8. 03:46First Test Shot
  9. 04:11Mini Shell Test
  10. 05:09Red Dot Accuracy Check
  11. 05:16Watermelon Target Test
  12. 06:03Mini Shells vs. Watermelon
  13. 06:47Ballistic Gel Test Setup
  14. 07:41Ballistic Gel Penetration (Slug)
  15. 08:34Mini Shell Slug Test
  16. 09:22Mini Shell Slug Penetration
  17. 10:00Gel Channel Comparison
  18. 10:41Micro Target Test
  19. 11:23Sheet Metal Test (Slug)
  20. 12:34Buckshot Test on Sheet Metal
  21. 13:15Accuracy Test Setup
  22. 13:23Buckshot Accuracy (15 Yards)
  23. 14:56Buckshot Accuracy (Further Back)
  24. 16:22Accuracy Confirmation
  25. 17:03Accuracy at 30 Yards
  26. 17:30Grip and Operation Design
  27. 17:54Sweeping Functionality
  28. 18:12Final Buckshot Test
  29. 18:26Conclusion and Disclaimer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Street Sweeper' firearm?

The 'Street Sweeper' is a custom-built 12-gauge shotgun ingeniously disguised as a common household broom. It's designed for multi-purpose use, including cleaning and self-defense, with added tactical features like a flashlight and red dot sight.

What types of ammunition were tested with the broom shotgun?

The video tested both full-size and mini shells. Ammunition types included buckshot and slugs. Mini shells from Gun Prime were specifically highlighted for their reduced recoil.

How accurate is the broom shotgun?

Accuracy tests were conducted at distances of 15, 20, and 30 yards using buckshot. The results indicated reasonable accuracy for such an unconventional firearm, with shots hitting targets consistently at these ranges.

What were the results of the ballistic gel tests?

Ballistic gel tests demonstrated significant penetration and damage. Buckshot created a wider, more destructive channel, while slugs also showed substantial penetration, even through multiple layers of sheet metal.

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