Ballistic Sunglasses πŸ’₯ (Full Auto Friday)

Published on August 14, 2020
Duration: 9:44

This video from Kentucky Ballistics features Scott testing the ballistic protection of Kore Essentials sunglasses against simulated lead spray from an AR-15 and direct impacts from a 12-gauge shotgun. The sunglasses demonstrated impressive durability, stopping shrapnel and birdshot, though the lenses detached from the frame during the direct impact test. The video also includes a brief mention of Sonoran Desert Institute.

Quick Summary

Kore Essentials ballistic sunglasses were tested by Kentucky Ballistics against AR-15 lead spray and 12-gauge birdshot. The lenses successfully stopped shrapnel and birdshot pellets, though they detached from the frame under direct impact. They offer UVA/UVB protection and are rated for high-impact safety.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Kore Essentials Sunglasses
  2. 01:09Lead Spray Test Setup
  3. 02:33Sponsorship and SDI
  4. 03:27Lead Spray Results
  5. 05:14Direct Impact Birdshot Test
  6. 07:24Birdshot Test Results

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of protection do Kore Essentials sunglasses offer?

Kore Essentials sunglasses provide UVA/UVB protection and are designed with a high-impact safety rating to stop shrapnel. They also feature scratch-resistant, smudge-resistant, and anti-reflective coatings for clarity and durability.

How did Kore Essentials sunglasses perform against AR-15 lead spray?

During a test simulating lead spray from an AR-15 firing 5.56 PMC Bronze, the Kore Essentials sunglass lenses successfully stopped multiple fragments from the bullet jacket, demonstrating effective protection against shrapnel.

Can Kore Essentials sunglasses withstand direct projectile impacts?

In a test using a 12-gauge shotgun with #8 birdshot, the Kore Essentials lenses stopped all pellets from penetrating. However, the force of the impact caused the lenses to detach from the frame.

What firearms were featured in the Kentucky Ballistics video?

The video prominently featured an AR-15 firing in full-auto and a Rock Island Armory VRPA40 12-gauge pump-action shotgun during the ballistic protection tests.

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