Are golf clubs bulletproof? [rifle edition]

Published on April 15, 2023
Duration: 0:16

This video tests the 'bulletproof' claim of a golf club against an AR-15 firing 5.56mm. The impact on the golf club head is significant, causing a crater and deformation, disproving its bulletproof nature. The firearm used is an AR-15 style SBR with a Sig Sauer Romeo optic and Law Tactical adapter.

Quick Summary

An AR-15 style firearm chambered in 5.56mm was used to test a golf club iron. The projectile created a significant impact crater and deformation, proving the golf club is not bulletproof against this type of rifle round.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Target Setup: Golf Club on Cardboard
  2. 00:01Firearm Prep: AR-15 Ready to Fire
  3. 00:10Engagement: Shooting the Golf Club
  4. 00:14Damage Assessment: Bullet Impact on Golf Club

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearm was used to test the golf club's durability?

An AR-15 style short-barreled rifle (SBR) or pistol was used. It was equipped with a Sig Sauer Romeo red dot sight and a Law Tactical folding stock adapter, chambered in 5.56mm.

Did the 5.56mm round penetrate the golf club?

The video shows a significant impact crater and deformation on the golf club head, indicating the 5.56mm round did not simply bounce off but caused substantial damage, disproving the 'bulletproof' claim.

What kind of golf club was tested for bullet resistance?

The video specifically tested a golf club iron, identified as a sand wedge, positioned against a target backing for the shooting experiment.

What caliber ammunition was fired at the golf club?

The firearm used was chambered in 5.56x45mm (also commonly known as .223 Remington), which is the standard caliber for many AR-15 platforms.

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