ANGRY Badger!...Black Hills Ammo 100 Grain +P Honey Badger 9MM Self-Defense Ammo Ballistic Gel Test!

Published on November 2, 2024
Duration: 13:04

This guide details the procedure for conducting a ballistic gel test on Black Hills Honey Badger 9mm +P 100gr ammunition, as demonstrated by Tools&Targets. It covers setup, firearm selection (Canik METE MC9 and Glock 17), firing, data collection (velocity, penetration, wound cavity), and projectile analysis. The test emphasizes evaluating bullet performance through a clothing barrier, highlighting disruption and penetration consistency.

Quick Summary

The Black Hills Honey Badger 9mm 100gr +P ammunition achieved consistent 16.5-inch penetration in ballistic gel tests through a clothing barrier, showing significant disruption. Average velocities were 1217 fps from a Canik METE MC9 (3.1" barrel) and 1299 fps from a Glock 17 (4.5" barrel).

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Setup
  2. 00:35Ammunition & Barrier Details
  3. 01:22Velocity Expectations & Preference
  4. 01:51Bullet Design Examination
  5. 02:13Firearms Used for Testing
  6. 02:26Anticipated Performance & Test Start
  7. 03:15Canik MC9 Velocity Test
  8. 04:03Glock 17 Velocity Test
  9. 05:34Ballistic Gel Firing - Canik MC9
  10. 06:05Ballistic Gel Firing - Glock 17
  11. 06:30Gel Analysis: Disruption & Tumbling
  12. 07:42Penetration Consistency
  13. 08:35Close-up Gel Trail Visuals
  14. 09:16Recovered Projectile Examination
  15. 10:33Projectile Weight & Dimensions
  16. 11:00Final Thoughts & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Black Hills Honey Badger 9mm 100gr +P ammo perform in ballistic gel tests?

The Black Hills Honey Badger 9mm 100gr +P ammo demonstrated consistent 16.5-inch penetration in ballistic gel through a clothing barrier. It showed significant disruption and tumbling, with recovered projectiles retaining their weight and shape.

What firearms were used to test the Black Hills Honey Badger 9mm ammo?

The test utilized a Canik METE MC9 with a 3.1-inch barrel and a Glock 17 with a 4.5-inch barrel. This allowed for comparison of performance based on different barrel lengths.

What were the key ballistic findings for the Honey Badger 9mm 100gr +P?

Key findings include average velocities of 1217 fps (MC9) and 1299 fps (G17), consistent 16.5-inch penetration, and minimal weight loss from recovered projectiles, indicating good structural integrity.

Does the Black Hills Honey Badger 9mm +P meet the presenter's ideal energy levels?

The presenter prefers 9mm rounds around 400 ft-lb of energy. The tested Honey Badger loads produced 329 ft-lb (MC9) and 375 ft-lb (G17), which were below his personal ideal, though performance was otherwise rated highly.

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