BEAR GUNS 🐻

Published on September 26, 2022
Duration: 11:38

This video tests five handguns for bear defense effectiveness using ballistic gel. The Glock 29 in 10mm Auto achieved 68 inches of penetration, while the S&W 500 Magnum penetrated over 64 inches. The .44 Magnum showed less penetration than the 10mm. Recommendations favor the Glock 29 for compactness and the S&W 500 for raw power.

Quick Summary

The Glock 29 (10mm Auto) achieved 68 inches of penetration in ballistic gel with Underwood 200gr FMJ ammo. The S&W 500 Magnum with Underwood 500gr hard cast ammo penetrated over 64 inches. The .44 Magnum showed less penetration than the 10mm.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: What is a Bear Gun?
  2. 02:20Glock 29 (10mm) Ballistic Gel Test
  3. 04:14S&W Combat Magnum (.44 Magnum) Test
  4. 05:12S&W 460 Magnum Test
  5. 06:40S&W 500 Magnum Test
  6. 07:43Magnum Research BFR (.45-70) Test
  7. 09:42Conclusion & Bear Gun Recommendations

Frequently Asked Questions

Which handgun performed best for bear defense in the ballistic gel test?

The Glock 29 in 10mm Auto achieved an impressive 68 inches of penetration with Underwood 200gr FMJ ammo. The S&W 500 Magnum with Underwood 500gr hard cast ammo penetrated completely through over 64 inches of gel.

How did the .44 Magnum perform against ballistic gel for bear defense?

The S&W Combat Magnum (.44 Magnum) with a 3-inch barrel and Underwood 245gr FMJ ammo penetrated 45.5 inches of ballistic gel, which was less than the 10mm Glock 29 tested.

What are the recommended handguns for bear defense from this test?

Scott recommends the Glock 29 for its compact size and high penetration, and the S&W 500 Magnum for its maximum raw power and straight-line penetration capabilities.

What type of ammunition was used for the bear defense tests?

Various Underwood Ammo loads were used, including 200gr FMJ for the 10mm, 245gr FMJ for the .44 Magnum, and 360gr hard cast for the .460 Magnum, and 500gr hard cast for the .500 Magnum.

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