THE PUNT GUN (The Biggest Shotgun EVER !!!)

Published on August 14, 2023
Duration: 13:19

This video from Kentucky Ballistics showcases the 'Fury,' an exceptionally large punt gun. The presenter, Scott, details its historical purpose for commercial duck hunting and its impressive technical specifications, including a 1.68-inch bore and a 6-foot barrel. Live-fire demonstrations highlight the gun's immense power and recoil, with tests involving a 1-pound lead ball, thousands of smaller pellets, and a wax slug.

Quick Summary

The 'Fury' punt gun, featured by Kentucky Ballistics, is one of the largest shotguns ever made, boasting a 1.68-inch bore and a 6-foot barrel. It produces an estimated 800 lbs of recoil and can fire payloads like a 1-pound lead ball or 23,000 pellets of #12 shot.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Punt Gun 'Fury'
  2. 01:08History and Purpose of Punt Guns
  3. 01:26Fury Punt Gun Technical Specifications
  4. 01:43Ammunition Types: 00 Buck, #12 Shot, 1lb Ball
  5. 02:06Recoil and Safety Carriage
  6. 03:36Live Fire: 1lb Lead Ball Test
  7. 06:55Live Fire: #12 Shot & 00 Buck Test
  8. 10:41Live Fire: Wax Slug Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a punt gun?

A punt gun is an extremely large shotgun, historically used for commercial duck hunting. These massive firearms were typically mounted on small boats called 'punts' and could fire over a pound of shot in a single discharge, covering a vast area.

What are the specifications of the Fury punt gun?

The Fury punt gun features a 1.68-inch bore, a 6-foot barrel, and an overall length of 9 feet. It weighs approximately 150 pounds and is designed to handle immense recoil, estimated at 800 lbs.

How much recoil does the Fury punt gun produce?

The Fury punt gun generates an estimated 800 pounds of recoil. To manage this extreme force safely, the presenter uses a custom-built wooden carriage designed to absorb the impact.

What types of ammunition can the Fury punt gun fire?

The Fury punt gun is capable of firing various massive payloads. This includes 140 pellets of 00 buckshot, an astonishing 23,000 pellets of #12 shot, or a solid 1-pound (7,000 grain) lead ball.

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