Big Horn Armory .500 S&W Magnum

This video compares the penetration capabilities of .460 S&W Magnum and .500 S&W Magnum hard cast loads fired from Big Horn Armory lever-action rifles. While both calibers demonstrated immense power through lumber and concrete, the .460 S&W Magnum ultimately proved superior in penetrating mild steel and ballistic gel with an aluminum plate. The .460's higher velocity and the rifle's versatility contributed to its win.

This expert-level review from Line45 delves into the most powerful and deadly calibers for revolvers. It provides detailed ballistic data, historical context, and practical applications for cartridges like the .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, .480 Ruger, .454 Casull, and the exceptionally potent .500 S&W Magnum. The analysis highlights their effectiveness for hunting, self-defense against large game, and their respective recoil management considerations.

This review of the 4-inch Smith & Wesson 500 Magnum highlights its significant recoil, managed partly by muzzle porting. The video demonstrates shooting at various targets, comparing its felt recoil to a .454 Casull. It also showcases the use of Magtech solid copper hollow point ammunition and features insights from John Hickok, a respected figure in the firearms community.

This video details the construction and testing of a replica of the 1882 US patent for a firearm-based rat trap. It demonstrates the mechanism using an 1851 Navy .44 revolver, highlighting the historical context and potential applications. The experiment progresses to testing with more powerful firearms, including a .500 S&W Magnum and a 12-gauge shotgun, showcasing the evolution of destructive potential.

This video compares the felt recoil of the .44 Magnum and the .500 S&W Magnum. Despite the .500 Magnum's larger caliber, the host found the .44 Magnum to be more punishing to shoot. This is attributed to the .500 Magnum's significantly greater firearm weight and its effective muzzle brake, which mitigate recoil more than the lighter Ruger Blackhawk. The host demonstrates shooting both handguns one-handed and two-handed.

This video showcases an extreme ballistics test where a 10-inch crystal ball is subjected to a wide range of calibers, culminating in the immense power of a 4 Bore rifle. The test demonstrates the destructive capabilities of various firearms, from handguns to large-bore rifles, highlighting the significant energy transfer required to shatter such a dense object. The presenter, Scott, exhibits high-level firearms expertise and a humorous approach to extreme testing.

This short showcases the historical 1855 Springfield rifle musket firing a .58 caliber Minie ball. It demonstrates the traditional muzzle-loading process with black powder and a percussion cap. The video highlights the satisfying impact on a gong, offering a glimpse into historical ballistics and firearm handling.

This review covers the Uberti reproduction of the 1860 Henry Rifle, highlighting its historical significance as the first successful lever-action. It details the unique loading mechanism, design flaws like the open magazine, and its evolution from Volcanic Arms to the Winchester 1866. The video demonstrates its rapid-fire capability and discusses its legacy as a precursor to modern lever-action firearms.

The 500 S&W Magnum, built on the X-frame, is a handgun designed for extreme power, dwarfing the .44 Magnum. It demonstrates significant recoil and impressive penetration capabilities, capable of passing through over 2,100 pages of a medical textbook. While not ideal for precision shooting due to blast and recoil, it serves as a powerful novelty or specialized hunting tool.

This video features a detailed look at a Mauser Kar 98K BYF 43, showcasing its historical significance and practical performance. Hickok45 demonstrates its accuracy on steel targets, discusses its all-matching condition, and explains the functionality of stripper clips for reloading. The review also touches on the rifle's historical context, the Mauser bolt-action design's influence, and the 8mm Mauser caliber's characteristics.