Winchester 3" .410 Slug Ballistic Gel Test & Review

This video reviews Troy 12 Gauge slugs, testing their accuracy through a Mossberg 500 smoothbore shotgun. The reviewer found the Troy slugs, loaded with Brenneke-style slugs, to be inconsistent, producing approximately 6-inch groups at 50 yards. In comparison, Winchester Foster slugs performed significantly better, indicating the Troy slugs are best suited for plinking or deer hunting at very close ranges (under 50 yards).

This review of the Taurus Judge revolver by Spartan Defense debunks myths surrounding its effectiveness for self-defense. The presenter tests various loads, including birdshot, buckshot, rifled slugs, and .45 Long Colt, evaluating their performance at self-defense distances. Key findings highlight significant shot dispersion with birdshot, inconsistent accuracy and high POI with .45 Long Colt, and slower reload times compared to modern semi-automatic pistols. While acknowledging its versatility in ammunition and potential as a fun range toy, the review concludes it's not ideal for everyday carry due to capacity, accuracy issues, and recoil.

This 12-gauge rifled slug shootout tested nine different loads from a Mossberg 500 at 75 yards. The Federal Power-Shok 1oz load achieved the tightest group, making it the top performer for this specific shotgun. However, significant point-of-impact variations were observed between brands and loads, highlighting the critical need for shotguners to sight in their specific firearm with their chosen ammunition.

This video features a casual range day with the hickok45 channel, showcasing the Mossberg 590 A1 shotgun and the Taurus CSX pistol. The host discusses the performance of various ammunition types, including Federal Shorty shotgun shells and birdshot, and addresses a persistent trigger reset issue with the CSX. He also shares insights on firearm maintenance, grip enhancements with Talon Grips, and personal finance advice.

This video provides an expert-level ballistics gel test of the Winchester Super X 12-gauge Hollow Point slug, conducted by an experienced firearms enthusiast. The test utilizes a Benelli Supernova shotgun and Clear Ballistics gel to demonstrate the slug's performance, including its wound channel, fragmentation, and penetration depth. The host offers an objective assessment of its energy dump compared to other ammunition types.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides a practical, albeit unconventional, comparison of five common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) by shooting watermelons. The expert demonstrates varying levels of terminal performance, from the .22LR's significant splitting to the .45 ACP's complete watermelon fragmentation, highlighting the differences in hydraulic shock and expansion. The test utilizes specific hollow-point ammunition, including Speer Gold Dot, Aguila Super Maximum, and Underwood XTP, showcasing their effects.

This video provides a practical, safety-conscious comparison of common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) against concrete blocks. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, details the testing methodology and results, emphasizing the risks of ricochet. None of the tested pistol calibers fully penetrated the concrete block's second wall, suggesting their limitations for certain penetration scenarios.

This review of the Taurus TX22 .22 LR pistol details its features, including a 16+1 capacity and excellent trigger. While initial testing with CCI Mini-Mags was flawless, subsequent tests with various ammunition types revealed cycling issues and culminated in a catastrophic failure. The failure was attributed to a squib load followed by a second shot, causing a barrel bulge and ruptured casing, highlighting potential ammunition inconsistencies. The review provides a detailed look at disassembly and damage assessment.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides an experimental comparison of three popular rimfire calibers: .22LR, .22WMR, and .17HMR, using cantaloupes as ballistic mediums. The host, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the distinct terminal ballistics of each round, highlighting how bullet construction and velocity affect target interaction. The comparison offers practical insights into the performance differences between these rimfire cartridges on soft tissue simulants.