Heavy Brass!...Remington Golden Saber 230 Grain .45 ACP Self-Defense AMMO Ballistic Gel Test!

This video details a ballistic gel test of Corbon Power Ball .45 ACP +P 165-grain ammunition, evaluating its performance from different barrel lengths. The test highlights significant inconsistencies in both muzzle velocity and terminal ballistics, with some rounds showing minimal expansion while others fragmented. The instructor concludes the ammunition is unreliable due to inconsistent loading.

This video details a ballistic gel test of Remington Golden Saber 10mm 180gr ammunition, evaluating its performance through a clothing barrier. The test measures velocity from different barrel lengths (Glock 20 and Glock 29), projectile expansion, penetration depth, and weight retention. While the ammunition demonstrated good expansion and penetration, the speaker notes its velocity is lower than desired for 10mm.

This video details a ballistic gel test of Fiocchi Hyperformance .45 ACP 230 grain ammunition, featuring the XTP projectile. The instructor, with extensive experience, expresses concern over the low velocity and lack of expansion observed in the tests conducted with both a Glock 30 and a 1911 pistol. The results indicate that the ammunition, despite its premium features like nickel-plated casings, fails to achieve sufficient velocity for reliable terminal performance in self-defense scenarios.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of the .45 ACP cartridge's effectiveness, comparing it to 9mm. It delves into the historical context of its design by John Browning, its ballistics, and its performance in modern contexts. The analysis debunks myths like 'knockdown power' and emphasizes that shot placement, penetration, and expansion are key factors, with modern ammunition narrowing the performance gap between calibers. The video concludes that .45 ACP remains a viable and effective cartridge, especially for suppressed use, but stresses that shooter skill and training are paramount.

This video provides a practical, experimental guide to understanding how winter clothing can impede self-defense ammunition performance. The host, demonstrating high authority in tactical gear and ammunition testing, uses ballistic gel to show that common JHP rounds in .380 ACP and 9mm Luger often fail to expand when fired through heavy clothing, leading to over-penetration. The 10mm Auto is highlighted as a caliber that can maintain expansion under these conditions.

This video reviews the CMMG Zeroed 46K suppressor, designed for .45 ACP firearms like pistol caliber carbines (PCCs) and personal defense weapons (PDWs). The reviewer highlights its affordability, durable construction (17-4 stainless steel with nitride finish), and universal hub mounting system. It's noted as full-auto rated with a recommended cooldown period and is specifically not intended for handguns with tilting barrels.

This guide details the field strip and reassembly process for the Mossberg Maverick 88 shotgun, as demonstrated by the Tools&Targets host. It covers the removal and reinstallation of key internal components, emphasizing the platform's simplicity for maintenance. The host, possessing high authority and hands-on experience, provides practical insights into the shotgun's design and operation.

This video details a comprehensive terminal ballistics test of Federal Syntech Defense 9mm ammunition. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, uses professional equipment like LabRadar and standardized protocols to evaluate projectile performance in ballistic gel through a clothing barrier. The test compares results from a Canik Mete MC9 and a Glock 17 Gen 4, providing objective data on velocity, segmentation, and penetration depth.

This video provides an expert-level unboxing and range test of the Taurus Model 856 .38 Special revolver. The host, an experienced firearms enthusiast, conducts empirical trigger weight testing and side-by-side comparisons. He demonstrates proficiency in both single and double-action shooting, achieving tight groups at various distances and with different ammunition types. The review highlights the revolver's accuracy, reliability, and comfortable handling, recommending it as a solid choice for a .38 Special snub-nose.

This comprehensive review from Tools&Targets analyzes the performance of three top .380 ACP ammunition loads: Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep, Underwood Xtreme Penetrator, and Winchester 95-grain FMJ. Using a Ruger LCP Max and standardized ballistic gel testing through a heavy clothing barrier, the analysis provides objective data on velocity, penetration, and expansion. The expert assessment highlights the practical implications for concealed carry and self-defense scenarios.