Can 1Kilo Gold or Platinum Stop 50cal Desert Eagle? $100k worth

Published on November 18, 2022
Duration: 18:12

This video features an expert-level ballistic test conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, demonstrating the stopping power of 1kg gold and platinum bars against various calibers, including the .50 AE Desert Eagle. The experiment highlights the density and resilience of precious metals when subjected to firearm rounds, offering unique insights into material science and ballistics. Sarkissian's high-energy presentation and clear explanations provide valuable data for enthusiasts and researchers alike.

Quick Summary

Expert Edwin Sarkissian tests if 1kg of gold or platinum can stop a .50 AE Desert Eagle round. Using various firearms like a Glock 17 and AR-15, the experiment reveals platinum's high resilience, silver's surprising ability to stop an AK-47 round, and gold's significant deformation under impact.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Precious Metals
  2. 02:43.22 LR Ballistic Test
  3. 04:369mm Ballistic Test
  4. 06:40.45 ACP Ballistic Test
  5. 09:41AR-15 (5.56mm) Ballistic Test
  6. 11:46.50 AE Desert Eagle Test
  7. 14:22AK-47 (7.62x39mm) Test & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms were used in the precious metal ballistic test?

The test featured a Smith & Wesson Victory (.22 LR), Glock 17 (9mm), Magnum Research 1911 (.45 ACP), a gold-plated Desert Eagle (.50 AE), an AR-15 (5.56mm), and an AK-47 (7.62x39mm).

How did gold and platinum perform against a .50 AE Desert Eagle round?

A 1kg gold bar successfully stopped the .50 AE round from a Desert Eagle, though it deformed significantly. The video implies platinum would also perform well, given its resilience in other tests.

Which metal was most resilient against 9mm rounds?

During the 9mm ballistic test with a Glock 17, platinum proved to be the most resilient metal among gold, silver, and platinum, sustaining the least damage.

Did any metal stop an AK-47 round?

Surprisingly, the 1kg silver bar managed to stop a 7.62x39mm round from an AK-47, showing a large bulge but no exit, while the gold and platinum bars were penetrated.

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