The Double Barrel Brush Gun (45-70 Double Barrel Rifle !!!)

Published on March 7, 2025
Duration: 16:13

This review of the Pedersoli Double Rifle in .45-70 Government highlights its impressive power and aesthetic appeal. The video demonstrates significant recoil when firing both barrels simultaneously, even impacting a shooter standing flat-footed. Destructive testing shows its capability against cinder and salt blocks, and it even stops an RMA Level 4 ceramic plate, though with extreme backface deformation.

Quick Summary

The Pedersoli Double Rifle in .45-70 Government was tested, achieving 1,449 fps with 405gr rounds. It demonstrated significant recoil and destructive power against cinder blocks and salt blocks, and stopped an RMA Level 4 plate, though with extreme backface deformation.

Chapters

  1. 00:56Introducing the Pedersoli .45-70 Double Rifle
  2. 01:51First Shots & Double Discharge Experience
  3. 02:50Demonstrating Double Barrel Recoil
  4. 06:07Chronograph Velocity Test (.45-70)
  5. 06:43Destructive Testing: Cinder & Salt Blocks
  6. 12:45Body Armor Test: Level 4 Plate

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the Pedersoli Double Rifle tested in this video?

The Pedersoli Double Rifle featured in this Kentucky Ballistics video is chambered in the powerful .45-70 Government caliber, known for its historical significance and stopping power.

What was the measured velocity of the .45-70 rounds from the double barrel rifle?

During the chronograph test using a Caldwell device, a single 405-grain .45-70 round from the rifle registered a muzzle velocity of 1,449 feet per second.

How did the .45-70 double barrel rifle perform against body armor?

The rifle fired two simultaneous 430-grain hard cast .45-70 rounds at an RMA Armament Level 4 ceramic plate. The plate stopped the rounds, but resulted in extreme backface deformation on the test dummy.

What kind of ammunition was used for the destructive testing?

For destructive testing against cinder and salt blocks, Underwood Ammo 430-grain hard cast .45-70 rounds were utilized, showcasing the rifle's kinetic energy transfer capabilities.

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