Does Sabre BLADE Black Tip Cut the Mustard?....5.56 AR-15 Self-Defense AMMO Test!

Published on June 30, 2023
Duration: 12:09

This video tests Saber Blade Black Tip 5.56x45mm ammunition in 62-grain and 75-grain weights. The test includes velocity measurements using a chronograph and terminal ballistics testing with gel blocks behind a heavy clothing barrier. Both weights demonstrated significant expansion and fragmentation, with the 75-grain round achieving slightly deeper penetration.

Quick Summary

Saber Blade Black Tip 5.56 ammunition, tested in 62-grain and 75-grain weights, demonstrated significant expansion and fragmentation in ballistics gel tests. The 62-grain averaged 2927 fps and penetrated 13 inches, retaining 58% of its weight. The 75-grain averaged 2701 fps, penetrated 14 inches, and retained 51.7% of its weight.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Setup
  2. 00:18Ammunition Overview: Saber Blade Black Tip
  3. 02:04Velocity Test: 62 Grain
  4. 03:40Velocity Test: 75 Grain
  5. 04:57Gel Test Setup
  6. 05:2562 Grain Gel Shot
  7. 06:2075 Grain Gel Shot
  8. 06:36Gel Test Results & Analysis
  9. 08:25Projectile Examination
  10. 10:05Conclusion & Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the velocities of the Saber Blade Black Tip 5.56 ammunition tested?

The 62-grain Saber Blade Black Tip averaged 2927 fps, while the 75-grain variant averaged 2701 fps from a 16-inch AR-15 barrel. These results were close to, or met, the manufacturer's stated velocities.

How did the Saber Blade Black Tip 5.56 ammunition perform in ballistics gel?

Both the 62-grain and 75-grain Saber Blade Black Tip rounds showed significant expansion and fragmentation. The 62-grain penetrated 13 inches, and the 75-grain penetrated 14 inches, with substantial weight loss due to fragmentation.

What was the weight retention for the Saber Blade Black Tip 5.56 rounds?

The 62-grain projectile retained approximately 58% of its original weight (36.0 grains), and the 75-grain projectile retained about 51.7% (38.8 grains) after passing through the gel block.

Did the Saber Blade Black Tip ammunition meet expectations for self-defense?

While effective in causing disruption and penetration, the instructor noted a high degree of fragmentation, leading to significant weight loss, which was not entirely aligned with expectations for maximum weight retention in self-defense rounds.

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