6" Barrel .38 Special Ballistic Gel Test Remington Winchester Corbon .38SPL

This video details a comprehensive ballistic gel test of Hornady Custom 147 Grain 9mm ammunition, conducted by an experienced instructor. The test evaluates projectile performance through a heavy clothing barrier using two different handguns, the Canik Mete MC9 and FN 509, with detailed analysis of velocity, penetration, expansion, and weight retention. The instructor provides expert insights into the effectiveness of this ammunition for self-defense based on the empirical data gathered.

This guide details a comprehensive ballistic gel test procedure for self-defense ammunition, specifically the Underwood 9mm +P+ 115 Grain Xtreme Penetrator. It covers the setup, execution, and analysis of the test, including firearm selection (Canik Mete MC9 and Glock 17), velocity measurements, penetration depth in gel with clothing barriers, and examination of the recovered projectile. The expert instruction emphasizes understanding ammunition performance characteristics for defensive applications.

This video provides an expert-level ballistic gel test of Hornady Critical Defense .38 Special +P 110gr FTX ammunition, conducted by an experienced firearms instructor. The test details muzzle velocity measurements from 2-inch and 3-inch revolvers, projectile expansion, and penetration depths through a heavy clothing barrier and ballistic gel. The instructor offers insights into the ammunition's performance and suitability for self-defense scenarios.

This video details a ballistic gel test of Remington HTP 9mm 115-grain ammunition, evaluating its performance from two different barrel lengths: a 3.1-inch Canik MC9 and a 4.5-inch Glock 17. The test includes a clothing barrier and measures muzzle velocity, expansion, and penetration. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, provides analysis on the ammunition's effectiveness for self-defense, noting its solid performance for standard pressure 9mm.

This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test comparing Buffalo Bore .25 ACP ammunition fired from a Lorcin pistol versus a Beretta 21A Bobcat. The test evaluates projectile performance through a simulated clothing barrier, measuring penetration depth and velocity. The instructor, with significant firearms experience, highlights the critical role of the firearm platform in achieving consistent ammunition performance, particularly for smaller calibers.

This video details a ballistic gel test of Federal Hydra-Shok .38 Special +P 129 Grain ammunition, evaluating its performance across different handgun barrel lengths (2-inch, 3-inch, and 4-inch). The test includes chronograph readings and analysis of penetration, expansion, and tumbling within a heavy clothing barrier. The results indicate that while the ammunition achieves good penetration, it consistently fails to expand reliably, particularly from shorter barrels, suggesting a need for higher velocity for optimal performance.

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.