ADVANCED Locks vs. ANTIQUE Locks, Which is Stronger???

Published on June 7, 2022
Duration: 24:26

This video from Demolition Ranch, hosted by Matt Carriker, tests the durability of various locks against increasing firearm calibers. It showcases the Beretta ARX 100 and Barrett M107A1, demonstrating how modern firearms can overcome even robust security measures. The testing highlights the significant difference in resistance between antique and modern locking mechanisms when subjected to ballistic force.

Quick Summary

Demolition Ranch tested various locks against multiple firearm calibers. Antique locks were vulnerable to higher calibers, while modern high-security locks offered better resistance but were ultimately destroyed by .50 BMG rounds from a Barrett M107A1.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Magic Trick
  2. 01:21Beretta ARX 100 Overview
  3. 03:33Futuristic Vault Lock Introduction
  4. 05:27Military-Style High Shear Lock Overview
  5. 06:25Antique Wells Fargo Lock Showcase
  6. 07:54Testing with .22 LR
  7. 09:30Testing with 9mm
  8. 11:27Beretta ARX 100 Performance
  9. 13:12Testing with 5.56 NATO
  10. 16:06Testing with 7.62x39
  11. 18:38Testing with .50 BMG

Frequently Asked Questions

Which firearms were used to test the locks in the Demolition Ranch video?

The video features a Henry lever-action .22 rifle, a Canik 9mm pistol, the Beretta ARX 100 firing 5.56 NATO, an AK-47 firing 7.62x39, and a Barrett M107A1 firing .50 BMG rounds.

How did antique locks perform against firearm rounds?

Antique locks, like the Wells Fargo model, showed significant damage from higher caliber rounds (5.56 NATO, 7.62x39, .50 BMG) and were ultimately destroyed by the .50 BMG, though they resisted .22 LR and 9mm.

Are modern high-security locks bulletproof?

While modern locks like the futuristic vault lock and military-style high shear lock showed impressive resistance, even they were eventually penetrated and destroyed by the extreme power of .50 BMG armor-piercing incendiary rounds.

What is the Beretta ARX 100?

The Beretta ARX 100 is a semi-automatic rifle chambered in 5.56 NATO, featuring a gas piston system, fully ambidextrous controls, and a quick-change barrel, known for its modern ergonomics.

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