Can a Pickaxe Stop a 9mm Bullet? #gun #civtac #fullautofriday

Published on July 26, 2023
Duration: 1:00

This video from Civilian Tactical tests the ballistic resistance of a standard pickaxe against various common firearm calibers. The pickaxe successfully stopped 12 Gauge birdshot, .22 LR, .380 ACP, and 9mm rounds. However, a 7.62x39mm round fired from a Riley Defense AK-47 penetrated the pickaxe. The demonstration highlights the varying penetration capabilities of different ammunition types against unconventional materials.

Quick Summary

A pickaxe was tested against various firearm calibers, successfully stopping 12 Gauge birdshot, .22 LR, .380 ACP, and 9mm rounds. However, a 7.62x39mm round fired from a Riley Defense AK-47 penetrated the pickaxe, demonstrating significant differences in ballistic performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:1512 Gauge Birdshot Test
  3. 00:20.22 LR and .380 ACP Tests
  4. 00:349mm Test
  5. 00:417.62x39mm Test and Results

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers were tested against the pickaxe?

The test included 12 Gauge birdshot, .22 LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, 7.62x39mm, and .308 rounds fired from various firearms like the Maverick 88, Bersa 22, Kel-Tec P3AT, Henry Homesteader, and Riley Defense AK-47.

Did the pickaxe stop the 9mm bullet?

Yes, the pickaxe successfully stopped the 9mm round fired from a Henry Homesteader. The pickaxe sustained no damage from the direct hit.

Which caliber penetrated the pickaxe?

The 7.62x39mm caliber, fired from a Riley Defense AK-47, was the only round tested that successfully penetrated the pickaxe.

What firearms were used in the pickaxe ballistic test?

Firearms used included a Maverick 88 (12 Gauge), Bersa 22 (.22 LR), Kel-Tec P3AT (.380 ACP), Henry Homesteader (9mm), and a Riley Defense AK-47 (7.62x39mm).

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