Modern Cheese Vs WW1 German Mouser

Published on December 11, 2021
Duration: 9:32

This video compares the penetration capabilities of a WWI-era Mauser C96 in 7.63x25mm Mauser against a modern Glock 19X in 9mm Luger. Both firearms were tested against sheet metal and blocks of cheddar cheese. Surprisingly, both calibers demonstrated similar penetration depths in the cheese, with the 9mm slightly outperforming the 7.63x25mm in the sheet metal test.

Quick Summary

In a unique penetration test, a WWI-era Mauser C96 (7.63x25mm) and a modern Glock 19X (9mm) were compared. While the 9mm slightly outperformed the 7.63mm in sheet metal, both calibers showed identical penetration depth in mild cheddar cheese blocks.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Mauser C96 Introduction & Caliber Comparison
  2. 01:16Sheet Metal Penetration Test: Mauser vs Glock
  3. 03:27Cheese Block Penetration Setup & Mauser Loading
  4. 05:459mm Cheese Test Results & Comparison
  5. 07:16Final Inspection & Conclusion: WWI vs Modern

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the WWI Mauser C96 perform against the Glock 19X in a sheet metal test?

In the sheet metal test, the 7.63x25mm round from the Mauser C96 penetrated five 24-gauge discs. The 9mm round from the Glock 19X was slightly more effective, penetrating six discs before stopping.

What were the results of the cheese penetration test between the Mauser C96 and Glock 19X?

Surprisingly, both the 7.63x25mm Mauser and the 9mm Luger rounds demonstrated similar penetration capabilities in mild cheddar cheese, with both stopping at the sixth block.

What caliber is the Mauser C96 'Broomhandle' pistol?

The Mauser C96 'Broomhandle' pistol featured in the video is chambered in the 7.63x25mm Mauser caliber. This was historically significant for its time.

Is the Mauser C96 a rifle or a pistol?

The Mauser C96, often called the 'Broomhandle' pistol, is a semi-automatic pistol. It was developed in the late 19th century and saw service in WWI.

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