The Most Effective Self Defense Slug EVER??? (12ga TWISTER)

Published on July 3, 2023
Duration: 11:38

This video provides an expert-level review and ballistic testing of Salt Creek Custom Ammunition's 12 Gauge Twister slugs, specifically the 5-petal and 6-petal variants. The instructor, demonstrating significant expertise, conducts tests using ballistic gel and common objects to evaluate fragmentation, wound channel creation, and penetration. The findings suggest both slugs are highly effective for self-defense, with the 5-petal offering deeper penetration and the 6-petal creating a wider initial wound cavity.

Quick Summary

Salt Creek Custom's 12 Gauge Twister slugs are designed for self-defense, fragmenting on impact to create multiple wound channels. The 6-petal version disperses widely, while the 5-petal offers deeper penetration. Both slugs deliver significant recoil and are considered highly effective for home defense applications.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Salt Creek Twister Slugs
  2. 00:21Product Details and Manufacturer Claims
  3. 00:43Comparing 5-Petal and 6-Petal Slugs
  4. 01:02Slug Characteristics and Self-Defense
  5. 01:34Initial Firing Test Setup
  6. 01:575-Petal Slug Recoil Test
  7. 02:156-Petal Slug Recoil Test
  8. 02:51Watermelon Test Introduction
  9. 03:11Watermelon Test: 5-Petal Slug
  10. 03:55Watermelon Test: 6-Petal Slug
  11. 04:46Ballistics Gel Test Setup
  12. 05:216-Petal Slug Ballistics Gel Test
  13. 06:096-Petal Gel Penetration Analysis
  14. 06:596-Petal Slug Effectiveness
  15. 07:125-Petal Slug Ballistics Gel Test
  16. 07:535-Petal Gel Penetration Analysis
  17. 08:54Side-by-Side Gel Comparison
  18. 09:30Final Thoughts and Recommendations
  19. 09:44Recovered Projectile Analysis
  20. 11:20Conclusion and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Salt Creek Twister 12 Gauge slugs?

The Salt Creek Twister slugs are designed to fragment upon impact, creating multiple wound channels. The 6-petal version aims for six separate channels, while the 5-petal version also fragments, offering different penetration characteristics. They are available in clear, low-brass shells.

How do the 5-petal and 6-petal Twister slugs perform in ballistic gel tests?

The 6-petal slug creates a large wound cavity early in the gel and disperses petals widely. The 5-petal slug achieves deeper penetration with heavier petals, resulting in a shorter wound cavity but more significant impact on the main projectile's travel.

Are Salt Creek Twister slugs suitable for self-defense?

Based on ballistic testing, both the 5-petal and 6-petal Twister slugs are considered highly effective for self-defense due to their fragmenting nature, which creates multiple wound channels and can help minimize over-penetration compared to traditional slugs.

What is the recoil like with Salt Creek Twister slugs?

Despite being low-brass shells, the Salt Creek Twister slugs, both 5-petal and 6-petal, exhibited significant recoil, described as 'pretty powerful.' This suggests they deliver substantial energy upon firing.

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