What happens if u bend a shotgun barrel?

Published on November 27, 2023
Duration: 0:59

This video demonstrates the severe consequences of firing a shotgun with a bent or obstructed barrel. Expert firearms content creator Edwin Sarkissian uses a remote firing setup in a desert environment to show how a flattened or 90-degree bent barrel can rupture upon firing. The experiment highlights the critical importance of barrel integrity for safe firearm operation.

Quick Summary

Firing a shotgun with a bent barrel is extremely dangerous. The immense pressure can cause the barrel to rupture at the point of deformation, creating hazardous shrapnel. This destructive test shows a 12 Gauge shotgun barrel bent to 90 degrees rupturing upon firing, highlighting the critical need for barrel integrity.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Obstruction Setup
  2. 00:11First Test Fire (Flattened Muzzle)
  3. 00:29Underwater Firing Test (Irrelevant to Bent Barrel)
  4. 00:4590-Degree Barrel Bend Test & Rupture

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if you fire a shotgun with a bent barrel?

Firing a shotgun with a bent barrel is extremely dangerous. The pressure can cause the barrel to rupture at the bend, creating shrapnel and potentially damaging the firearm or injuring the shooter. This video demonstrates such a failure.

Can a shotgun barrel be bent without catastrophic failure?

While a slight deformation might not immediately cause failure, a significant bend, especially to 90 degrees, drastically compromises the barrel's structural integrity. Firing under such conditions almost guarantees a rupture due to extreme pressure concentration.

What safety precautions are necessary for destructive firearm testing?

For destructive firearm testing, essential safety measures include using remote firing mechanisms (like pull-strings), ensuring a clear and safe testing area (e.g., a desert), wearing full PPE, and understanding the potential for unpredictable projectile and shrapnel trajectories.

What is the purpose of flattening a shotgun muzzle?

Flattening a shotgun muzzle creates an obstruction. While this video shows it deforms the barrel further, the primary purpose in such experiments is to test how the firearm handles internal pressure when the projectile's exit path is restricted, often leading to barrel damage.

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