Why Ballistics Gel Works and Caliber Arguments are Dumb

This review analyzes the .40 S&W caliber, exploring its history and performance against 9mm. While .40 S&W offers slightly better ballistic performance in terms of penetration and wound cavitation, the increased recoil and reduced magazine capacity make 9mm a more practical choice for most shooters. The video emphasizes that training and shot placement are paramount, regardless of caliber.

This review details a ballistic gel test of Hornady Critical Defense .38 Special +P 110 grain ammunition fired from 2-inch and 3-inch barrels. The testing instructor, demonstrating significant expertise, found the +P rounds produced mild recoil comparable to standard pressure .38 Special, with the primary difference being a louder report. Performance in gel showed good expansion and penetration within expected self-defense parameters.

This video tests the lethality of marbles when fired from firearms. It investigates whether standard ammunition can be substituted with or augmented by marbles in terms of terminal ballistics and potential for harm. The practical demonstration aims to answer the question of whether marbles are a viable or effective projectile in a firearm context, likely exploring various calibers and firearm types.

This video features a ballistic gel test and review of 9MM Velocitas VX9 self-defense ammunition. The test focuses on performance through heavy clothing, simulating real-world defensive scenarios. The description includes disclaimers about safety and private range use, and promotes the channel's membership program and affiliate links for related products.

This video provides a clear, visual comparison of three common ammunition types: Full Metal Jacket (FMJ), Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP), and Monolithic rounds, using a Ruger SR1911 in .45 ACP. The demonstration highlights the distinct terminal ballistics of each, showing FMJ's pass-through with minimal expansion, JHP's controlled expansion, and Monolithic rounds' significant energy transfer and expansion, emphasizing their effectiveness in different scenarios.

This review tests .45 Long Colt Dragon's Breath rounds designed for revolvers, produced by Hickory Flat Boars. Unlike traditional ammo, these rounds lack a projectile, instead expelling pyrotechnic sparks. While less overwhelming than shotgun versions, they offer a unique visual effect and travel a comparable distance, making them easier to observe in detail.

Chris Baker of Lucky Gunner Ammo explains the 'Cruiser Ready' method for storing a home defense shotgun, balancing safety and accessibility. This technique involves a loaded magazine tube but an empty chamber, with the safety off and action unlocked. This allows for rapid deployment by simply racking the slide. Baker also advises loading the magazine one round shy of capacity to preserve magazine spring longevity and prevent potential failures.

The FBI's brief adoption of the 10mm Auto in 1989, primarily with the Smith & Wesson Model 1076, proved disastrous due to mechanical issues and complexity. This led to the development of the '10mm Lite' and ultimately the .40 S&W cartridge, which was quickly adopted by Glock and dominated law enforcement for decades. The 10mm Auto's potential was recognized, but its practical implementation by the FBI failed.

The Ruger Mini-14 has maintained popularity for nearly 50 years by filling a market gap for an affordable, practical semi-automatic rifle, drawing inspiration from the M14. Despite early accuracy criticisms and political controversies, design updates and competitive pricing have kept it relevant, though the rise of affordable AR-15s presents new challenges.

This review of the Chiappa 1892 Alaskan Takedown lever-action rifle highlights its unique takedown feature, making it highly packable. Chris Baker of Lucky Gunner Ammo details its design evolution, caliber options (.44 Mag, .357 Mag), and compares it to other takedown lever actions. While praising its smooth action and crisp trigger, Baker notes some cosmetic quality control issues and suggests ergonomic modifications for improved handling. The rifle demonstrated 100% reliability over 300 rounds with good accuracy from premium loads.