Federal HST vs Speer GOLD DOT vs Hornady CRITICAL DUTY | 4 Layer DENIM Ballistics Gel TEST

This video debunks the myth that thick clothing can stop bullets, demonstrating through ballistics gel tests that even multiple layers offer minimal resistance to most common firearm rounds. It also highlights how heavy fabrics consistently clog hollow point ammunition, preventing expansion and turning them into FMJ-like projectiles. Specialized 'barrier blind' ammunition like Hornady Critical Duty and G9 is shown to overcome this clogging issue, achieving reliable expansion.

This YouTube video conducts a ballistic gel test of Hornady Critical Duty 9mm ammunition, specifically investigating its performance without a "plug" (presumably to simulate barrier penetration). The test uses a Canik Mete MC9 and a Glock 17, with the gel "loaded" with heavy clothing to simulate real-world self-defense scenarios. The video aims to compare these results to Hornady Critical Defense ammunition. It emphasizes that the content is for informational purposes and all shooting is conducted safely on a private range.

This review compares .380 ACP hollow point ammunition against Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) rounds using ballistic gel tests. The Springfield Armory Hellcat .380 was used with Hornady Critical Defense and Federal HST hollow points, alongside CCI Blazer FMJ. Results showed FMJ over-penetrated, while hollow points expanded and stopped within the first gel block, demonstrating superior terminal performance for self-defense.

This video conducts a comprehensive barrier test comparing 9mm and .45 ACP ammunition across lumber, sand, concrete, and ballistics gel. The 9mm caliber demonstrated superior penetration in lumber and ballistics gel, ultimately winning the overall challenge. While both calibers struggled with sand and concrete barriers, the 9mm's performance in gel, including a slightly wider wound channel, suggests its effectiveness in self-defense scenarios.

This video presents a 100-yard ballistics gel test of four different 7.62x39mm ammunition types: Sabre Blade Black Tip, Hornady SST, Federal Soft Point, and a Speer Gold Dot handload. The test is conducted using a Ruger Ranch Rifle with a 16-inch barrel. The video aims to visually demonstrate projectile expansion and penetration in ballistic gelatin for each load, providing insights for firearm owners interested in terminal ballistics of this common caliber.

Buckeye Ballistics conducted a comprehensive 9mm velocity test across four barrel lengths (3.38", 4.5", 7.5", 10.5") using various ammunition types. The tests revealed significant velocity gains with increased barrel length, especially for lighter, high-velocity rounds. The host's data-driven approach and detailed analysis provide valuable insights into 9mm ballistic performance.

This video rigorously tests the self-defense capabilities of various airguns against a realistic human head ballistic target. The expert instructor demonstrates that low-power BB guns like the Daisy Red Rider offer minimal threat, while even full-auto CO2 BB guns fail to penetrate the skull. However, a high-velocity Gamo pellet rifle proves capable of causing significant damage, cracking the skull. The instructor concludes that BB guns are unsuitable for self-defense, and while pellet rifles are dangerous, they lack the immediate stopping power of conventional firearms.

This video tests the BulletSafe VP3 Level IIIA vest against various calibers up to .44 Magnum using a realistic human torso dummy. While the vest stopped all tested rounds, including a .44 Magnum and 12-gauge buckshot, significant backface deformation and blunt force trauma were evident, especially with higher-energy rounds. The dummy's shoulder blade was broken by buckshot, and severe bruising was indicated by the .44 Magnum impact.

This review of the Crosman DPMS SBR full-auto BB gun highlights its realistic AR-15 SBR aesthetics and select-fire capability. The host demonstrates its operation, including loading with a speedloader and the dual CO2 power system. Performance metrics like 1400 RPM and 430 FPS are discussed, along with its accuracy and destructive potential on targets like watermelons. The device is recommended for realistic training or plinking where live firearms are impractical.

This video tests the effectiveness and dangers of using a flare gun for self-defense. While a flare gun can ignite materials and cause internal damage to a ballistic torso, its single-shot capacity, slow reload, and high risk of starting fires make it an irresponsible and dangerous choice for defense. The test highlights the unpredictable nature and significant fire hazard associated with using flare guns in a defensive scenario.