Can a Nail Gun DEFEAT Bulletproof Glass?!

Published on October 7, 2021
Duration: 8:02

This video from 1ShotTV features an enthusiastic host testing the penetration capabilities of a Ramset powder-actuated nail gun against various ballistic protection materials. The test includes soft body armor, a hardened steel plate, and 1.5-inch thick bulletproof glass. The host, demonstrating high authority as a subject matter enthusiast with knowledge of NIJ armor levels and ballistic analysis, reveals surprising results regarding the nail gun's effectiveness against different types of armor.

Quick Summary

A Ramset powder-actuated nail gun demonstrated the ability to penetrate 1.5-inch thick, 5-layer bulletproof glass and Level 3A body armor using .22 blanks. While it failed to penetrate a hardened steel plate that stopped rifle rounds, its performance against glass and soft armor highlights unique penetration characteristics compared to traditional firearms.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Ramset Nail Gun
  2. 00:50Bulletproof Jacket Overview
  3. 01:23Testing Soft Body Armor
  4. 03:17Testing Hard Steel Plate
  5. 05:21Testing Bulletproof Glass

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a nail gun penetrate bulletproof glass?

Yes, a Ramset powder-actuated nail gun, using a .22 blank, was shown to completely penetrate 1.5-inch thick, 5-layer bulletproof glass in a test by 1ShotTV. This highlights that different types of projectiles can defeat armor designed for conventional firearms.

What is Level 3A body armor rated to stop?

Level 3A body armor is rated to stop most handgun rounds, including those up to .44 Magnum caliber. However, tests showed it could be penetrated by a nail fired from a Ramset powder-actuated nail gun.

How does a nail gun compare to a firearm in penetration tests?

While firearms deliver blunt force or expanding projectiles, a nail gun delivers a sharp, high-velocity projectile. This difference means a nail gun can sometimes penetrate materials like bulletproof glass or soft body armor more effectively than certain handgun rounds, though it may be stopped by hardened steel.

What materials were tested against the Ramset nail gun?

The Ramset nail gun was tested against Level 2A armor, a Level 3A bulletproof jacket, a hardened steel railroad tie plate, and 1.5-inch thick, 5-layer bulletproof glass. It penetrated the soft armor and glass but was stopped by the steel plate.

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