50 Cal Explosive Bullets vs Torso

This video tests the fragmentation and lethality of various bullet impacts. While .50 BMG on wood and dirt showed minimal fragmentation, an AK-47 impacting stone caused dangerous spalling that injured a ballistic gel skull. .223 rounds hitting AR500 steel also produced spalling fragments that penetrated the gel, indicating steel targets pose the greatest risk from fragmentation.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a 100-year-old bank safe against various calibers, culminating in a .50 BMG sniper rifle. While smaller calibers like .22 LR and 9mm only chip paint, larger rounds like the .50 AE and 12 Gauge slug cause significant damage but do not penetrate. The .50 BMG round, however, easily pierces both doors and a ballistic dummy.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of various firearms rounds in a swimming pool, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. Surprisingly, higher velocity rifle rounds like the .223 and .308 fragmented quickly, while the .50 AE Desert Eagle traveled the furthest at 190 inches. The .50 BMG sniper rifle, despite its power, only penetrated 61 inches, likely due to massive energy displacement.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of various high-caliber firearms against a 100-year-old WWI safe. Despite attempts with 9mm, .50 AE, .500 Magnum, .308 AP, and .416 Barrett rounds, none fully breached the safe's thick steel construction. Even a .50 BMG Silver Tip API round caused significant internal damage but failed to exit the rear.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of a .50 BMG round against ceramic tiles. The Serbu BFG-50A rifle, firing American Eagle 660 grain FMJ ammunition, successfully penetrated 14 out of 24 ceramic tiles. The test highlights the significant power of .50 caliber ammunition and its potential for destructive testing.

This video tests the penetration power of .50 BMG rounds through ice. A 660gr FMJ and a blue-tip incendiary round were stopped by the third bucket of ice, while a solid brass round penetrated to the fourth bucket. The experiment highlights that even powerful .50 BMG rounds can be stopped by a relatively small amount of ice.

This video demonstrates the proper technique for loading the M1 Garand to prevent 'Garand Thumb'. It emphasizes maintaining downward pressure on the top round to control the bolt's cycling. The content debunks the idea that 'Garand Thumb' is inevitable, attributing it to inexperience and improper handling.

The Altyn helmet, a Russian titanium model, is tested for its ballistic capabilities. While effective against 9mm NATO and 00 buckshot, it fails to stop rifle rounds like 5.56x45mm and .308 Winchester. The visor cracks under birdshot impact. Despite its historical reputation, its extreme weight and lack of rifle protection make it outdated compared to modern composite helmets.

This ballistic test by Garand Thumb reveals that NIJ Level 3A rated ballistic masks, while stopping some projectiles, fail to adequately protect the wearer due to extreme backface deformation. Hits from a .44 Magnum caused fatal deformation, and rifle rounds completely penetrated. The conclusion is that these masks are largely ineffective and potentially dangerous, recommending helmets and proper training instead.

This video delves into the notorious 'Garand Thumb' phenomenon, explaining its mechanics and pain level through direct testing. It covers the M1 Garand's history, technical specifications, and proper loading techniques to avoid injury, including the 'bladed hand' method. The content also features novice testing and concludes with advice on training and firearm ownership.