KENTUCKY BALLISTICS 500 MAGNUM 💪

This comprehensive review of the Big Horn Armory Model 89 in 500 S&W Magnum, presented by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics, offers expert insights into its performance. The video details the rifle's specifications, demonstrates its accuracy and reliability with various ammunition types at different ranges, and showcases dramatic destruction tests on multiple targets. Scott highlights the rifle's enjoyable shooting experience, effective recoil management due to its design, and practical features like the side-gate loading mechanism, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts considering this powerful lever-action rifle.

This video provides an in-depth review and performance test of the Big Horn Armory Spikedriver lever-action rifle chambered in .500 Magnum. Expertly demonstrated by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics, the review covers ballistic testing against various targets, from soft materials to cinder blocks and a minivan, using different ammunition types. The high-energy presentation highlights the rifle's significant power and recoil management capabilities, offering valuable insights for enthusiasts of large-bore firearms.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics features Scott testing the Big Horn Armory 500 Auto Max, an AR-10 platform rifle chambered in the powerful 500 S&W Magnum cartridge. The review includes detailed testing of the rifle's reliability, barrier penetration capabilities through cinder blocks, and its effectiveness against Premier Body Armor Level III+ plates. Terminal performance is evaluated using ballistic gel, showcasing the significant impact of the 500 Auto Max round.

The Springfield Kuma is evaluated after initial hype, with the reviewer concluding it lives up to expectations. Key features include its roller-delayed blowback system, compact size, and affordability. While reliable and accurate, its recoil is noted as slightly harsher than the Grand Power Stribog, which was previously considered the best PCC under $1000. The Kuma is praised for its features, reliability, and aftermarket support, making it a viable option for various applications.

This review from Kentucky Ballistics features Scott's high-energy demonstration of the Smith & Wesson 629 Performance Center .44 Magnum. He provides detailed specifications, tests its performance on various steel targets and unconventional materials with Underwood Ammo, and shares insights on recoil and handling. The video showcases the destructive power of the .44 Magnum snubnose, offering expert-level insights for firearm enthusiasts.

In this video, Scott from Kentucky Ballistics tests the durability of giant 36-inch steel scissors against various calibers of ammunition. Initially, the scissors are tested for their cutting ability on branches, demonstrating surprising effectiveness before breaking. The main experiment involves shooting the scissors with calibers ranging from .22 Long Rifle up to .50 BMG. While smaller calibers like .22 LR and 9mm cause minimal damage, larger calibers like .45 ACP and .500 S&W Magnum begin to break down the scissors, particularly the plastic handles and eventually the steel blades. The test culminates with a .50 BMG round, which successfully obliterates the scissors.

This video details a catastrophic failure of a Serbu RN-50 rifle chambered in .50 BMG, resulting in severe injuries to the shooter, Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The incident highlights extreme pressure events and the critical importance of firearm safety and immediate medical response. Scott's resilience and commitment to educating viewers despite his injuries are evident.

This video details a comprehensive torture test of the Desert Eagle Mark XIX, conducted by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The firearm was subjected to extreme conditions including water submersion, snow burial, mud immersion, and sand burial. Despite some malfunctions in mud and sand, the Desert Eagle demonstrated notable resilience, functioning after water and snow exposure. The test highlights the firearm's robust construction and the importance of understanding its limitations under adverse conditions.

This video tests the myth of water being bulletproof by firing various firearms, from 9mm handguns to a .50 BMG rifle, into a water tank. Results show that even high-powered rounds like the .50 BMG are significantly slowed or stopped by water, failing to penetrate to the target. The tests demonstrate water's effectiveness in dissipating projectile energy.

This video features Scott from Kentucky Ballistics testing several of the world's largest caliber firearms against a realistic ballistic dummy torso. The expert demonstrates the destructive power of rounds like the .700 Nitro Express (1000 grain) and .600 Nitro Express (900 grain), showcasing detailed firearm engravings and unique actions like the Blaser R8 straight-pull bolt. The testing provides valuable insights into the performance of these extreme hunting calibers on simulated organic material.