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This video tests three novel less-lethal shotgun rounds: 'Florida Man' (pink flamingos), 'Disco Ducks' (disco balls and rubber ducks), and 'Rubber Bucky' (rubber ducks). Testing in ballistics gelatin reveals significant penetration issues with the 'Florida Man' rounds, while 'Disco Ducks' showed no penetration, indicating true less-lethal performance. 'Rubber Bucky' experienced melting and significant pellet embedding. The instructor recommends 'Disco Ducks' as the most viable less-lethal option among the three tested.

This video demonstrates a multi-pronged durability test on Premier Body Armor, including ballistic impacts from 9mm and .44 Magnum rounds, and exposure to a flamethrower. The tests also involve a simulated target (watermelon) to assess damage. The reviewer, with a hobbyist authority level, provides an entertaining yet informative look at the armor's resilience beyond advertised capabilities.

This video explores the capability of a 12 gauge perimeter alarm to fire live shotgun rounds. The experiment involves modifying a blank-firing perimeter alarm to accept a 12 gauge slug. Initial tests with a powderless slug show a loud report similar to a blank, with the shell warping significantly. Firing a single 12 gauge slug results in ejection with low force and the plastic casing splitting open, but insufficient energy to cause significant damage.

This video demonstrates a ballistic test of a SecDefense USA Level IIIA Bulletproof Mask using a watermelon as a target. The mask is tested against various calibers, including .22LR, 9mm, .357 Magnum, and 5.56 NATO. While it stops handgun rounds, the 5.56 NATO rifle round penetrates as expected for Level IIIA soft armor. The testing is conducted in a casual, experimental, and informative tone by an enthusiast reviewer.

This video tests the effectiveness of 37mm Skittles-filled grenades as less lethal ammunition for crowd control. Initial tests showed insufficient energy, but adjustments to the reloader resulted in a more effective dispersion pattern. While the Skittles did not penetrate water jugs or ballistic gelatin, they caused significant impact and sugar residue on a target, indicating a less lethal, but impactful, crowd dispersal capability.

This video explores the potential lethality of homemade shotgun shells loaded with LEGO bricks. The Civilian Tactical host, demonstrating intermediate practical firearms experience, uses a GForce 1 Shotgun and ballistics gelatin to test accuracy and impact. The experiment concludes that while painful, these rounds are 'less lethal' and unlikely to be deadly, highlighting the importance of proper ammunition and testing methods.

This video presents a humorous skit emphasizing the critical importance of wearing eye protection at the shooting range. It visually demonstrates a handgun malfunction and uses a relatable, albeit exaggerated, scenario with a spent casing to highlight the potential dangers of inadequate eye safety. The creator, experienced in firearm handling and tactical gear, reinforces this essential safety message.

This video features a 'bulletproof' test where a tree is used as a ballistic medium to test various calibers from .22 LR up to .50 BMG. The Civilian Tactical host, demonstrating high-level firearms expertise, shows that even powerful rounds like .50 BMG can be significantly stopped by a dense tree, with none of the tested rounds achieving a complete pass-through. The test highlights the surprising terminal ballistics of different ammunition types against natural barriers.

This video from Civilian Tactical explores the concept of using a human body, simulated with ballistic gel, as a suppressor. The host fires a Derya Arms .22 rifle directly against a ballistic gel head and block, noting the shot sounded 'dead silent.' The experiment demonstrates the penetration depth of a .22 LR round through the simulated head and into the gel block.

This video demonstrates a ballistic test on a Belgian M1 steel helmet, evaluating its resistance against various calibers from birdshot to .223. The test, conducted by Civilian Tactical Host, shows that the helmet is not bulletproof against common handgun and rifle rounds like 9mm and .223. The host's energetic and demonstration-oriented style, coupled with expertise in tactical gear, provides a clear assessment of the helmet's limitations.