But can the Masks stop 50cal?

Published on September 19, 2021
Duration: 6:05

Edwin Sarkissian, an expert in experimental shooting content, demonstrates the surprising ballistic resistance of disposable face masks. He tests various calibers, including 9mm AP, .22 LR, .50 AE from a Desert Eagle, and 7.62x39mm from an AK-47, against stacks of masks. The video highlights the effectiveness of masks in stopping rounds, with specific mask counts provided for each caliber tested.

Quick Summary

Edwin Sarkissian tested the ballistic resistance of disposable face masks against various calibers. Approximately 450 masks stopped a 9mm AP round, 250 stopped a .22 LR, 400 stopped a .50 AE from a Desert Eagle, and an estimated 600 were needed for a 7.62x39mm from an AK-47.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:539mm Armor Piercing Test
  3. 04:31AK-47 Test

Frequently Asked Questions

How many masks did it take to stop a 50 caliber round?

In the experiment, approximately 400 disposable face masks were needed to stop a .50 Action Express round fired from a Magnum Research Desert Eagle pistol. This demonstrates the significant stopping power of larger caliber handgun ammunition.

Can a 9mm bullet penetrate multiple face masks?

Yes, a 9mm armor-piercing round was tested and penetrated through a significant number of masks. It took approximately 450 masks to finally stop the 9mm AP projectile in the experiment.

What rifle caliber was tested against masks?

The video tested 7.62x39mm rounds, commonly fired from an AK-47 rifle, against stacks of disposable face masks. It was estimated that around 600 masks would be required to stop this rifle round.

What was the purpose of Edwin Sarkissian's mask experiment?

Edwin Sarkissian conducted an experiment to test the ballistic resistance of disposable face masks against various firearm calibers, including 9mm, .22 LR, .50 AE, and 7.62x39mm, to see how many masks were needed to stop each type of projectile.

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