Do NOT use a Pistol for HOME DEFENSE 7| Shotguns VS Pistol | Top Home Defense Guns | 9mm VS 12 Gauge

Published on October 12, 2024
Duration: 0:59

This video argues that shotguns, specifically 12 gauge birdshot, are safer for home defense than 9mm handguns due to significantly reduced over-penetration risk. A test rig simulating 13 interior walls demonstrated that 9mm hollow points penetrated 8 walls and a lethality board, while birdshot only penetrated one wall with no exit. The speaker emphasizes that birdshot's spalling is less dangerous than through-and-through pistol rounds.

Quick Summary

For home defense, 12 gauge birdshot is often safer than 9mm pistols due to reduced over-penetration. Tests showed birdshot penetrated only one wall with no exit, while 9mm hollow points went through 8 walls and a lethality board, posing a high risk to others in the house.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Shotgun vs. Pistol for Home Defense
  2. 00:12The Hollow Point Misconception
  3. 00:29Lethality Testing Standards
  4. 00:419mm Penetration Results
  5. 00:4912 Gauge Birdshot Results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 9mm pistol safe for home defense regarding over-penetration?

Testing shows 9mm hollow points can penetrate multiple interior walls and a lethality board, posing a significant risk of collateral damage to loved ones in other rooms. Therefore, it may not be the safest option for home defense.

Why is 12 gauge birdshot recommended over 9mm for home defense?

12 gauge birdshot demonstrated significantly less penetration in tests, only passing through one wall without exiting a lethality board. This drastically reduces the risk of over-penetration and hitting unintended targets within the home.

What is the Army's standard for testing round lethality?

Historically, the Army used a test involving a 1/2 inch pine board. If a projectile could pierce this board, it was considered potentially lethal. This standard is used to gauge penetration effectiveness.

Does birdshot over-penetrate walls in a home defense scenario?

In a test simulating 13 interior walls, 12 gauge birdshot penetrated only the first wall. While it caused spalling, it did not exit the wall or the subsequent lethality board, indicating a low risk of over-penetration.

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