Double-Duty Defensive Snakeshot

Published on July 25, 2024
Duration: 5:13

This video from Gun Talk Media showcases Double Tap Ammo's defensive snakeshot loads, demonstrating their performance in ballistic gel. Instructor Mike Mcnett highlights the unique construction of these loads, featuring a hard cast wad cutter between the shot and powder, which prevents the shot from spinning in the rifling and helps maintain pattern integrity. The testing covers various calibers, including .41 Magnum, .44 Magnum, .45 Colt, and the extreme .500 S&W Magnum, providing penetration data for both the wad cutter and the shot payload.

Quick Summary

Double Tap defensive snakeshot loads feature a unique construction with a hard cast wad cutter between the shot and powder. This design prevents shot spin in rifling, improving pattern consistency and allowing the wad cutter to achieve significant penetration, making it suitable for varmint control and potentially close-range defense.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction to Double Tap Snakeshot
  2. 00:22Snakeshot Construction Explained
  3. 00:53.41 Magnum Snakeshot Gel Test
  4. 01:42.44 Magnum Snakeshot Gel Test
  5. 02:14.45 Colt Snakeshot Gel Test
  6. 03:10.500 Smith & Wesson Snakeshot Gel Test
  7. 04:48Double Tap Snakeshot Performance Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Double Tap defensive snakeshot different from standard rat shot?

Double Tap defensive snakeshot features a hard cast wad cutter between the shot and powder. This wad cutter prevents the shot from spinning in the rifling, which helps maintain a tighter pattern and increases penetration for the wad cutter itself.

How deep did the .44 Magnum Double Tap snakeshot penetrate in the gel test?

The .44 Magnum Double Tap snakeshot achieved approximately 10 inches of penetration from the hard cast wad cutter. The shot payload also penetrated significantly, reportedly deeper than a 12-gauge load at 10 yards.

What is the purpose of the hard cast wad cutter in Double Tap snakeshot loads?

The hard cast wad cutter serves as a barrier between the powder and the shot. Its design prevents the shot from spinning in the rifling, which improves pattern consistency and allows the wad cutter itself to achieve deeper penetration.

Can Double Tap snakeshot be used for self-defense?

The video suggests Double Tap snakeshot can serve a 'double-duty' role, including as a defensive load. While primarily designed for varmint and snake control, its penetration capabilities, especially in larger calibers, indicate potential for close-range defensive applications.

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