500 NITRO EXPRESS PISTOL 😱

Published on April 21, 2022
Duration: 13:51

This review showcases the Gary Reeder African Classic 500 Nitro Express pistol, serial number 001, built on a Thompson Center Contender frame. The video emphasizes the cartridge's immense power through comparisons with other calibers and destructive testing on various materials. Extreme recoil is demonstrated, causing injury, highlighting the need for advanced handling skills.

Quick Summary

The Gary Reeder African Classic 500 Nitro Express pistol, serial number 001, is built on a Thompson Center Contender frame. It fires the 500 Nitro Express cartridge, which is significantly more powerful than common rifle calibers. Extreme recoil can cause hand injuries, and the round demonstrates immense penetration power.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit & Warning
  2. 01:43Gary Reeder 500 Nitro Express Pistol Overview
  3. 02:50500 Nitro Express vs Other Calibers
  4. 03:10Recoil Test & Hand Injury
  5. 05:10Ballistic Test: Slime & Mustard Jugs
  6. 06:25Terminal Effects on Zombie Heads
  7. 09:38Destroying a 40lb Cheese Block

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Gary Reeder African Classic 500 Nitro Express pistol?

It's a custom pistol built by Gary Reeder on a Thompson Center Contender frame, chambered in the extremely powerful 500 Nitro Express caliber. This specific model is serial number 001 and features gold inlay.

How powerful is the 500 Nitro Express cartridge compared to others?

The 500 Nitro Express is significantly larger and more powerful than common rifle rounds like .308, 30-06, .300 Win Mag, and .338 Lapua, as well as the 45-70 and 12-gauge shell.

What kind of recoil can be expected from the 500 Nitro Express pistol?

The recoil is extreme. Even when fired with two hands, it can cause significant hand injuries, as demonstrated in the video where the shooter sustained a laceration.

What materials were tested for ballistic performance with the 500 Nitro Express?

The pistol was tested against multiple 5-gallon jugs of slime, a gallon of mustard, ballistic gel 'zombie heads', and even a 40-pound block of cheese, demonstrating its immense penetration power.

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