GUNTALK S2: Inside Black Hills Ammunition - Ep 9, Pt 2

Published on October 31, 2012
Duration: 4:30

This segment from Gun Talk S2, Episode 9, Part 2, features Jeff Hoffman of Black Hills Ammunition demonstrating the performance of their 308 Winchester ammunition. The video highlights testing of ammunition's ability to penetrate glass barriers and its performance in ballistic gelatin, showcasing the effectiveness of their 180-grain Nosler AccuBond bullet for tactical and hunting applications. The discussion emphasizes the importance of bullet construction for maintaining integrity after barrier penetration.

Quick Summary

Black Hills Ammunition tests its .308 Winchester rounds, including the 180-grain Nosler AccuBond, for tactical applications by simulating glass penetration and analyzing performance in ballistic gelatin. This testing method helps ensure bullets maintain integrity and achieve effective terminal ballistics.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Gun Talk & Sponsors
  2. 00:31Shooting Black Hills Ammo with Jeff Hoffman
  3. 00:36Ruger Scout Rifle .308 Performance at Distance
  4. 00:53500 Yard Shot with Short Barrel Rifle
  5. 01:11Black Hills as Tactical Ammunition Supplier
  6. 01:16Challenges of Shooting Through Glass
  7. 01:21Glass Penetration Testing Lab
  8. 01:41Lead Ballistics Tester Glenn
  9. 01:45Shooting .308 from Ruger Scout Rifle
  10. 02:16Purpose of Ballistic Gelatin in Testing
  11. 02:20Ballistic Gelatin Composition (10% Knox)
  12. 02:47Interpreting Gelatin Block Results
  13. 02:52Bullet Impact and Cavity Formation
  14. 03:04Expansion Initiated by Glass Barrier
  15. 03:18Bullet Performance Analysis
  16. 03:37Jacket Integrity and Mushrooming
  17. 03:44Core Separation Issues with Poor Bullets
  18. 03:55Bonded Bullet Design for Penetration
  19. 04:04180 Grain Nosler AccuBond .308 Test
  20. 04:11Bullet Integrity for Hunters
  21. 04:19Next Segment: 223 Long Range Shooting

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Black Hills Ammunition test its tactical rounds for law enforcement and military use?

Black Hills Ammunition tests tactical rounds by simulating challenging scenarios, such as shooting through glass barriers. They use ballistic gelatin to analyze bullet performance, including penetration depth, expansion, and jacket integrity, ensuring reliability for critical applications.

What is ballistic gelatin and why is it used in bullet testing?

Ballistic gelatin is a 10% mix of Knox gelatin, serving as a standardized simulant for human tissue. It's used to accurately measure a bullet's penetration, expansion, and the size of the temporary cavity it creates upon impact, providing crucial data for ammunition evaluation.

What are the challenges of shooting through glass with a firearm?

Shooting through glass presents a significant challenge because the glass can cause bullets to fragment or peel off their jackets. This loss of structural integrity can lead to unpredictable bullet paths and reduced terminal ballistics, making it difficult to hit a target accurately.

What makes a bonded bullet like the 180-grain Nosler AccuBond suitable for tactical and hunting applications?

Bonded bullets are designed to maintain their structural integrity, meaning the jacket and core stay together. This is crucial for deep penetration and controlled expansion, whether engaging a threat through a barrier or hunting large game like elk or moose, where bone impacts are common.

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