OLD vs NEW!....More Than Just Plating & Packaging?

Published on January 6, 2023
Duration: 14:38

This video compares the older Federal Premium Punch 124-grain 9mm ammunition with the newer Federal Punch 124-grain variant. The test involves ballistic gel testing with a heavy clothing barrier and velocity measurements using a chronograph. While velocities were similar, the gel tests revealed a pattern in projectile expansion, with the older nickel-plated rounds consistently showing better expansion than the newer ones.

Quick Summary

A ballistic gel test comparing old Federal Premium Punch 124-grain 9mm to the newer Federal Punch 124-grain revealed performance differences. While velocities were similar (1051 fps vs. 1032 fps), the older, nickel-plated rounds consistently showed better expansion in gel, indicating potentially superior terminal ballistics.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Setup
  2. 00:34Ammunition Comparison: Old vs. New Federal Punch
  3. 01:51Velocity Test: Old Federal Premium Punch
  4. 02:33Velocity Test: New Federal Punch
  5. 03:41Ballistic Gel Test: Old Federal Premium Punch
  6. 04:43Ballistic Gel Test: New Federal Punch
  7. 05:13Second Round Gel Test: Old vs. New
  8. 06:21Gel Test Results & Analysis
  9. 08:34Penetration Measurements
  10. 10:19Projectile Examination & Expansion Analysis
  11. 11:40Projectile Weight Measurements
  12. 12:27Expansion Measurements
  13. 13:01Conclusion: Old vs. New Federal Punch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the old Federal Premium Punch and the new Federal Punch 9mm ammunition?

The primary visual difference is that the older Federal Premium Punch 124-grain 9mm ammunition features nickel plating on the projectile and 'Premium' branding, while the newer Federal Punch 124-grain variant lacks nickel plating and the 'Premium' designation.

How did the velocity of the old and new Federal Punch 9mm ammunition compare?

The average velocity for the older Federal Premium Punch 124-grain was 1051 feet per second, while the newer Federal Punch 124-grain averaged 1032 feet per second, a difference of 19 fps.

Did the Federal Punch 9mm ammunition expand differently in ballistic gel?

Yes, the older Federal Premium Punch 124-grain showed more consistent and complete expansion in ballistic gel, with projectiles measuring around .622 to .647 inches. The newer Federal Punch 124-grain exhibited less consistent expansion, with some projectiles not fully opening.

What kind of barrier was used in the Federal Punch 9mm ballistic gel test?

The ballistic gel test incorporated a heavy clothing barrier consisting of a layer of denim, a layer of fleece, and two layers of cotton t-shirt material to simulate real-world conditions.

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