How Many Candles Does it Take to Stop a 50 Cal?

This video demonstrates a ballistic test using a hay bale as a projectile barrier against various firearm calibers. The Yee Yee Life Host, exhibiting safe firearm handling and structured testing, shows that common handgun and intermediate rifle rounds are stopped. However, a .50 BMG round successfully penetrates the hay bale and the drywall behind it, highlighting significant differences in terminal ballistics.

This video from Line45 provides an expert-level analysis of current ammunition prices, identifying 10 calibers that have seen significant price drops. The instructor, Ted, details specific deals and market trends for 2025, advising viewers on when and how to stock up on affordable ammunition for various firearms. The content emphasizes practical advice for shooters looking to maximize their range time and preparedness.

This video showcases a firearms enthusiast and a Navy SEAL engaging in various shooting challenges and discussions. They test multiple firearms, including revolvers, lever-action rifles, and modern sporting rifles, at different distances. The content highlights shooting accuracy, recoil management, and the subjective enjoyment of different firearm platforms, with a focus on competitive shooting scenarios and friendly challenges.

This guide outlines the process of using Winchester White Box 9mm ammunition for test firing firearms, particularly after repairs or for new handgun validation. The principle is that if a firearm functions reliably with this commonly available and standard-velocity ammunition, it should perform well with most other ammunition types. This method is presented as a benchmark for ensuring general firearm functionality.

This guide details the execution of USPSA Classifier Stage 25-03 in the Limited Optics division, as demonstrated by a high-level competitive shooter. It covers stage preparation, target engagement with a red dot optic, slide-lock reloads, and the critical 'unload and show clear' procedure. The instruction emphasizes adherence to safety commands and efficient stage completion, reflecting master-level performance.

This guide details a ballistic penetration test comparing the 9mm Luger and 7.5 FK calibers using a CZ 75 style handgun and an FK Brno PSD. The test involves firing both rounds into a stack of books to measure penetration depth, demonstrating the superior performance of the 7.5 FK round. The video emphasizes controlled testing methodology and proper firearm handling.

This video demonstrates the ballistic resistance of an excavator bucket against various firearm calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG API. The test, conducted by an experienced individual, shows that while smaller calibers cause minimal damage, larger rounds like the .50 BMG API can penetrate the bucket. The footage provides visual evidence of impact effects and the destructive potential of different ammunition types.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of various calibers against a large pine tree, culminating with a .50 BMG API round. Surprisingly, even powerful rifle rounds like 5.56mm and 7.62mm, as well as handgun rounds like 10mm and .44 Magnum, failed to fully penetrate the tree. The .50 BMG API round, while charring the entry point, also did not exit the back of the tree, demonstrating the significant stopping power of a substantial tree trunk.

This video from Yee Yee Life features an experienced host testing the ballistic penetration of various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG, in an Intex swimming pool. The host demonstrates proper firearm safety and provides detailed measurements of bullet penetration depths, offering unique insights into how different rounds interact with water as a medium. The results highlight significant variations in penetration based on caliber and velocity.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a Secret Service Suburban window against various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. While smaller calibers and even a 10mm and .44 Magnum were stopped with varying degrees of damage, the window was eventually penetrated by a .50 BMG sniper rifle round. The testing provides a clear demonstration of the limits of armored vehicle glass against high-powered rifle threats.