Barrett M107 .50 cal Sniper full review, shooting, ammo testing, and explosives with Jerry Miculek

Published on September 21, 2013
Duration: 75:40

This comprehensive review of the Barrett M107A1 .50 caliber rifle, presented by Jerry Miculek, covers its features, disassembly, and extensive live-fire testing. Miculek demonstrates the rifle's handling, accuracy, and the capabilities of various .50 BMG ammunition types, including armor-piercing and incendiary rounds, through a series of drills and destructive testing. The video highlights the rifle's power, the .50 BMG cartridge's versatility, and the practical aspects of operating such a formidable weapon system.

Quick Summary

The Barrett M107A1 is a .50 caliber semi-automatic rifle weighing 27 lbs unloaded, featuring a 20.5-inch match-grade barrel and a highly effective muzzle brake. It utilizes a short-stroke recoil system and accepts 10-round magazines, offering impressive speed drill capabilities with expert shooters achieving six rounds on target in under one second.

Chapters

  1. 00:00:00Introduction & Jerry Miculek's Credentials
  2. 00:59:00Barrett M107A1 Full Review & Features
  3. 02:42:00Barrett M107A1 Disassembly & Reassembly
  4. 07:44:00.50 BMG Cartridge Explained
  5. 09:20:00Ammunition Comparison: .22LR to .50 BMG
  6. 11:04:00.50 BMG Bullet Construction & Types
  7. 13:03:00Specialty .50 BMG Rounds: AP, Tracer, Incendiary
  8. 14:06:00Hornady 750 Grain A-MAX Ammunition
  9. 15:24:00Cartridge Size Comparison Recap
  10. 18:30:00Range Day Setup: M107A1 & Ammunition
  11. 19:11:00First Shots: Build Drill with M107A1
  12. 21:38:00Multi-Target Drill: 6 Rounds Under 1.5 Seconds
  13. 27:29:00Viking Tactics 1-5 Drill with M107A1
  14. 31:29:0011-Round Rapid Fire Challenge
  15. 33:00:00Barrett V-Drill (9 Shots, 5 Targets)
  16. 36:12:00Shooting Soda Bottles with Hornady A-MAX
  17. 38:01:00Target Testing: Cans of Corn & Shave Cream
  18. 41:29:00Testing .50 BMG on 5lb Cans of Corn
  19. 43:24:00Watermelon Destruction Test
  20. 46:57:00Ice Sculpting with the Barrett M107A1
  21. 49:39:00Revenge on Styrofoam Ice Chests
  22. 52:59:00Turtle Cleaning Test
  23. 55:38:00Steel Plate & Concrete Block Penetration Test
  24. 58:15:00Multi-Layered Concrete Block Penetration
  25. 60:34:005-Gallon Water Jug Penetration Test
  26. 63:25:00Incendiary Rounds on Steel Gong
  27. 65:31:00Tracer Incendiary Round on Nemo Pool Toy
  28. 66:46:00Propane & Shotgun Shell Explosion Test
  29. 68:28:00Automobile Destruction Test
  30. 71:58:00Final Thoughts & M107A1 Performance Summary
  31. 73:33:00Barrett's Philosophy & Future Plans

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Barrett M107A1?

The Barrett M107A1 is a lightweight, semi-automatic .50 caliber rifle featuring a 20.5-inch match-grade barrel, an effective muzzle brake with suppressor lock, a 10-round magazine, and a thermoplastic cheek pad. It weighs 27 lbs unloaded and is designed for long-range accuracy and reliability.

How is the .50 BMG cartridge different from standard rifle rounds?

The .50 BMG (Browning Machine Gun) round is significantly larger and more powerful than standard rifle cartridges like the .30-06. It's essentially a scaled-up .30-06, designed for greater penetration, range, and versatility, capable of tracer, incendiary, and armor-piercing applications.

What kind of performance can be expected from the Barrett M107A1 in speed drills?

In speed drills, Jerry Miculek demonstrated impressive performance with the M107A1. He achieved six rounds on a single target in 0.98 seconds and completed a multi-target drill (two shots on three targets) in 1.01 seconds, showcasing the rifle's capability for rapid follow-up shots.

What are some of the destructive testing capabilities of the .50 BMG round?

The .50 BMG round demonstrates significant destructive power, capable of shattering 3.5-inch solid concrete blocks, obliterating 5lb cans of corn, and causing extensive damage to watermelons and even automobiles. Specialized rounds like AP and incendiary further enhance its destructive potential.

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