500 S&W Magnum vs 45-70 vs Pine Boards (Pistol & Rifle)

This video from Kentucky Ballistics features Scott demonstrating a ballistic comparison between the Smith & Wesson 460 S&W Magnum and the 500 S&W Magnum, specifically testing their ability to penetrate cinder blocks. The demonstration highlights the significant power of both large-caliber handguns.

This video from Exile Armory LLC showcases a wide array of firearms, from handguns and shotguns to rifles and suppressors, with prices and some technical details provided. The presenters discuss various models, including the Magnum Research BFR in .45-70, Beretta A300, Daniel Defense DDM4V7, and Shadow Systems XR920 Elite, highlighting features like calibers, barrel lengths, and optic cuts. The video also touches on suppressor options and the current process for NFA items, advising viewers to act before potential regulatory changes.

This video from Banana Ballistics provides an expert-level comparison of a modern .50 caliber muzzleloader against a .500 S&W Magnum rifle, testing their penetration and lethality across various mediums. The host, demonstrating high authority in ballistics, concludes that while muzzleloaders are potent, they do not surpass the performance of high-powered magnum rifles in these destructive tests.

This video features Edwin Sarkissian, an experienced firearms instructor, conducting a unique bullet penetration test. He uses 12 Ozark Trail 12-inch cast iron skillets to determine how many rounds from various calibers and firearms, including 9mm, .45 ACP, 500 S&W Magnum, 7.62x39mm, 5.56mm, 5.7x28mm, and 12 Gauge slugs, can penetrate the cookware. The results offer practical insights into the ballistic performance of different ammunition types against a common household item.

This video features an expert comparison between the .500 S&W Magnum and the .500 Linebaugh calibers, presented by Kentucky Ballistics. The comparison includes detailed shooting tests on various materials like steel, catalogs, VCT tiles, and cinder blocks, highlighting differences in recoil, penetration, and destructive power. The presenter, Scott, demonstrates high authority in ballistics testing and firearm entertainment.

This guide details the testing of the Pedersoli Double Rifle in .45-70 Government, as demonstrated by Kentucky Ballistics. It covers initial firing, recoil assessment, chronograph velocity measurements, and destructive testing against various materials, including cinder blocks, salt blocks, and body armor. The expert assessment highlights the high-energy, enthusiastic approach to showcasing the rifle's power and performance.

This video details a catastrophic failure of a Serbu RN-50 rifle chambered in .50 BMG, resulting in severe injuries to the shooter, Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The incident highlights extreme pressure events and the critical importance of firearm safety and immediate medical response. Scott's resilience and commitment to educating viewers despite his injuries are evident.

This video details a comprehensive torture test of the Desert Eagle Mark XIX, conducted by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The firearm was subjected to extreme conditions including water submersion, snow burial, mud immersion, and sand burial. Despite some malfunctions in mud and sand, the Desert Eagle demonstrated notable resilience, functioning after water and snow exposure. The test highlights the firearm's robust construction and the importance of understanding its limitations under adverse conditions.

This video tests the myth of water being bulletproof by firing various firearms, from 9mm handguns to a .50 BMG rifle, into a water tank. Results show that even high-powered rounds like the .50 BMG are significantly slowed or stopped by water, failing to penetrate to the target. The tests demonstrate water's effectiveness in dissipating projectile energy.

This video features Scott from Kentucky Ballistics testing several of the world's largest caliber firearms against a realistic ballistic dummy torso. The expert demonstrates the destructive power of rounds like the .700 Nitro Express (1000 grain) and .600 Nitro Express (900 grain), showcasing detailed firearm engravings and unique actions like the Blaser R8 straight-pull bolt. The testing provides valuable insights into the performance of these extreme hunting calibers on simulated organic material.