The Captive Bolt Gun (Movie Myth Or Legitimate ???)

Published on August 5, 2024
Duration: 13:10

This video tests the real-world capabilities of the CASH Special captive bolt gun, often depicted as a weapon in movies. Demonstrations on ballistic gel, soda cans, Furbys, coconuts, and even a ballistic dummy head show its significant impact. The test confirms its ability to break through door locks, debunking a common movie myth, though it fails to damage a cinder block.

Quick Summary

The CASH Special captive bolt gun uses .22 blanks to fire a piston, primarily for livestock stunning. Tests confirm it can break through door locks, a common movie myth, but it fails to damage a cinder block, showing its limitations.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit: Movie Parody
  2. 01:54Introduction & Guest
  3. 02:17Captive Bolt Gun Overview (CASH Special)
  4. 03:46Ballistic Gel Test
  5. 04:52Soda Can Test
  6. 05:19Furby Test
  7. 06:14Coconut Test
  8. 06:59Ballistic Dummy Head Test
  9. 08:50Door Lock Test (Myth Busting)
  10. 10:59Cinder Block Test (Limits)
  11. 11:43Conclusion & Real-World Use

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a captive bolt gun and how does it work?

A captive bolt gun, like the CASH Special tested, uses a .22 blank cartridge to propel a piston. Its primary design is for stunning livestock in slaughterhouses, not as a firearm for combat or general use.

Can a captive bolt gun break through door locks like in movies?

Yes, the CASH Special captive bolt gun demonstrated the ability to successfully punch through both a deadbolt and a doorknob lock, confirming this specific movie trope is based on reality.

What are the limitations of a captive bolt gun?

While powerful, the captive bolt gun has limitations. It failed to break a 4-inch cinder block during testing, showing its effectiveness is dependent on the target material's density and strength.

How effective is a captive bolt gun on soft targets?

The captive bolt gun is highly effective on softer targets. Tests showed significant penetration in ballistic gel (2.5-3 inches) and destructive impact on a ballistic dummy head.

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