70 Pound Bow vs Military Helmets

Published on August 28, 2024
Duration: 0:59

This video features a content creator testing the protective capabilities of three World War II helmets (American M1, German Stahlhelm, Japanese Type 92) against a 70-pound compound bow. The American helmet was penetrated, the German helmet deflected arrows, and the Japanese helmet showed partial penetration. The experiment highlights differences in historical helmet design and material resistance to modern archery equipment.

Quick Summary

In a test using a 70lb compound bow, the WWII German Stahlhelm proved most resilient by deflecting arrows. The Japanese Type 92 helmet offered partial resistance, stopping an arrow partway, while the American M1 helmet was fully penetrated.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Bow vs Helmets
  2. 00:10American Helmet Test: Penetration
  3. 00:22German Helmet Test: Deflection
  4. 00:44Japanese Helmet Test: Partial Penetration

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the 70lb compound bow penetrate the WWII American M1 helmet?

Yes, the video shows the arrow from the 70lb compound bow penetrating straight through the front of the WWII American M1 helmet and exiting the rear.

How did the WWII German Stahlhelm perform against the 70lb compound bow?

The WWII German Stahlhelm demonstrated effective deflection. Arrows fired from the 70lb compound bow glanced off its sloped surface, leaving only scuff marks without significant penetration.

What happened when the 70lb compound bow arrow hit the WWII Japanese Type 92 helmet?

The arrow from the 70lb compound bow penetrated the front of the WWII Japanese Type 92 helmet but did not pass all the way through, lodging in the material.

Which WWII helmet offered the best protection against a 70lb compound bow?

Based on this test, the WWII German Stahlhelm offered the best protection by deflecting the arrow. The Japanese helmet provided partial resistance, while the American helmet was fully penetrated.

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