500 S&W MAGNUM VS SAFES

Published on November 24, 2016
Duration: 6:48

Edwin Sarkissian, demonstrating high authority in firearms entertainment and destructive testing, conducts an experimental test comparing the penetration capabilities of various handgun calibers against Safemark Systems safes. The video highlights the significant power difference between common rounds like 9mm and .22 LR versus the immense energy of the 500 S&W Magnum, particularly with heavy grain bullets, showcasing their ability to defeat standard safe construction while also demonstrating the resilience of reinforced safe doors.

Quick Summary

Edwin Sarkissian tests the penetration power of handguns against safes, finding that while .22 LR and 9mm rounds cause only minor damage, the 500 S&W Magnum, particularly with heavy 700-grain bullets, easily penetrates safe walls, though reinforced doors offer significant resistance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:46.22 LR Penetration Test
  3. 00:559mm Penetration Test
  4. 01:24500 S&W Magnum (500 Grain) Test
  5. 02:43500 S&W Magnum (700 Grain) Test
  6. 05:07Safe Door Thickness Test
  7. 05:43Bonus: Shooting an Iron

Frequently Asked Questions

What handgun calibers were tested against the safes?

The video tested .22 LR from a Walther P22, 9mm FMJ from a Glock 19, and two powerful loads of 500 S&W Magnum (500-grain Hornady and 700-grain Underwood Ammo) from a Smith & Wesson Model 500 revolver.

Did the 500 S&W Magnum penetrate the safes?

Yes, the 500 S&W Magnum rounds, especially the heavier 700-grain load, easily penetrated the side walls of the Safemark Systems safes, demonstrating extreme ballistic power. The reinforced front door, however, resisted penetration.

How did common handgun rounds perform against the safes?

Common handgun rounds like .22 LR and 9mm FMJ showed minimal effect on the safes. The .22 LR caused a small dent, and the 9mm bullet became embedded in the wall without achieving full penetration.

What is the destructive power of the 700-grain 500 S&W Magnum?

The 700-grain 500 S&W Magnum round possesses immense destructive power, capable of completely obliterating household items such as a metal iron, showcasing its extreme kinetic energy.

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