This will happen if you cement your gun

Published on February 8, 2021
Duration: 13:00

This experiment tests the durability of firearms encased in concrete and shot with a .50 BMG rifle. The Glock 19 and Hi-Point C9, despite being heavily impacted and clogged with concrete, were able to fire after extraction. The .38 Special also survived but had its barrel filled with debris. The test highlights the surprising resilience of these firearms under extreme stress.

Quick Summary

Firearms encased in concrete can be freed by shooting the concrete block with a powerful .50 BMG rifle. This experiment showed that a Glock 19 and Hi-Point C9, despite damage and debris, could still fire after extraction, demonstrating surprising resilience.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Cemented Guns
  2. 00:42The Plan: .50 BMG vs Concrete
  3. 01:19Shooting the .38 Special
  4. 02:34Shooting the Hi-Point
  5. 04:13Shooting the Glock 19
  6. 05:36Function Test: Hi-Point
  7. 06:30Function Test: Glock 19

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a gun survive being encased in concrete and shot?

Yes, this experiment shows that firearms like the Glock 19 and Hi-Point C9 can survive being encased in concrete and shot with a .50 BMG rifle. While damaged and clogged with debris, they remained functional to some extent.

What happens when you shoot concrete with a .50 BMG rifle?

Shooting concrete with a .50 BMG rifle creates a significant shockwave and impact that can shatter the concrete block. This force can free embedded objects, like firearms, though it may also cause damage to them.

How durable is a Glock 19?

The Glock 19 demonstrated remarkable durability in this test, firing successfully even after being encased in concrete and shot. Minor damage to the slide release was noted, but the pistol remained functional.

Can a Hi-Point C9 still fire after extreme stress?

Remarkably, the Hi-Point C9 was able to cycle and fire after being freed from concrete via a .50 BMG shot. It did experience a slide malfunction later due to internal debris, indicating stress-related issues.

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