Golf Clubs as Body Armor?

Published on May 9, 2023
Duration: 0:20

This video from Guns Blazing Ranch features an experienced shooter conducting a ballistic test, evaluating the protective capabilities of a golf club head against various calibers. The test progresses from a 9mm round fired from a Sig Sauer 1911, which was stopped, to a 5.56mm round from an AR-style pistol, causing significant deformation but no full penetration, and finally a .30-06 round from an M1 Garand, which easily penetrated the club head. The demonstration highlights the varying terminal ballistics of different ammunition types.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic test, a golf club head stopped a 9mm round from a Sig Sauer 1911 but was significantly deformed by a 5.56mm round and penetrated by a .30-06 round from an M1 Garand. This demonstrates varying resistance based on caliber and velocity.

Chapters

  1. 00:009mm Ballistic Test
  2. 00:075.56mm Ballistic Test
  3. 00:13.30-06 Ballistic Test

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a golf club head stop bullets?

In a ballistic test by Guns Blazing Ranch, a golf club head successfully stopped a 9mm round fired from a Sig Sauer 1911. However, it was significantly deformed by a 5.56mm round and easily penetrated by a .30-06 round, indicating limited protective capability against higher-powered rifle ammunition.

What calibers were tested against the golf club head?

The video tested three calibers: 9mm fired from a Sig Sauer 1911 pistol, 5.56mm fired from an AR-style pistol, and .30-06 fired from an M1 Garand rifle. The results varied significantly based on the ammunition's power and velocity.

What firearms were used in the ballistic test?

The firearms used in the ballistic test included a Sig Sauer 1911 pistol for the 9mm round, an AR-style pistol for the 5.56mm round, and an M1 Garand rifle for the .30-06 round. Accessories like weapon lights and red dot optics were also visible.

How did the golf club head react to different bullet impacts?

The golf club head showed only a surface mark from the 9mm round. It sustained a deep dent from the 5.56mm round but prevented full penetration. The .30-06 round easily passed through the club head, creating a clean exit hole.

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