Norma Safeguard 9mm 124gr Ballistics Gel Test | Glock 19 and Beretta Nano

Published on April 27, 2024
Duration: 8:27

This video presents a ballistics gel test of Norma Safeguard 124gr 9mm JHP ammunition, fired from a Beretta Nano and a Glock 19. The test evaluates bullet expansion and penetration through four layers of denim and ballistic gel. The instructor notes inconsistent expansion and suggests the ammunition may be underpowered compared to advertised velocities, impacting performance.

Quick Summary

In a ballistics gel test, Norma Safeguard 124gr 9mm JHP ammunition fired from a Beretta Nano achieved velocities around 990-999 ft/s, with inconsistent expansion. From a Glock 19, velocities were higher (1074-1205 ft/s), showing better expansion on one shot but still inconsistent results overall.

Chapters

  1. 00:33Introduction: Norma Safeguard 124gr JHP Ballistics Test
  2. 00:56Testing with Beretta Nano
  3. 01:47Beretta Nano Shot 1 Results
  4. 02:28Beretta Nano Shot 2 Results (No Expansion)
  5. 02:58Beretta Nano Shot 3 Results (No Expansion)
  6. 03:37Testing with Glock 19
  7. 04:35Glock 19 Shot 1 Results
  8. 05:12Glock 19 Shot 2 Results (No Expansion)
  9. 05:37Glock 19 Shot 3 Results (Good Expansion)
  10. 06:28Bullet Recovery and Analysis
  11. 07:01Instructor's Conclusion: Underpowered Rounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the advertised specifications for Norma Safeguard 124gr 9mm ammunition?

Norma Safeguard 124gr 9mm JHP is advertised with a velocity of 1188 ft/s and 386 ft-lbs of energy. It is specifically marketed as being optimized for use in subcompact pistols.

How did Norma Safeguard 124gr 9mm perform from a Beretta Nano in a ballistics gel test?

From the Beretta Nano, velocities were around 990-999 ft/s. One shot showed expansion with about 17.5 inches of penetration, but two others showed no significant expansion and penetrated further.

What were the results of the Norma Safeguard 124gr 9mm test from a Glock 19?

The Glock 19 yielded velocities around 1074-1205 ft/s. One shot demonstrated good expansion and approximately 18 inches of penetration, while another showed no expansion and penetrated even deeper.

What is the instructor's overall assessment of the Norma Safeguard 124gr 9mm ammunition based on this test?

The instructor concludes that the Norma Safeguard 124gr 9mm ammunition exhibits inconsistent expansion, suggesting it may be underpowered, particularly when velocities fall short of advertised specifications.

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