how many deck of cards does it take to stop a bullet?

Published on June 8, 2018
Duration: 6:42

This video from Edwin Sarkissian, a recognized firearms content creator, explores the ballistic penetration capabilities of common playing cards against firearm rounds. Through practical, albeit informal, testing, Sarkissian demonstrates how many decks of cards are required to stop a .22 LR and a 9mm round. The experiment highlights bullet deformation and provides a visual understanding of projectile energy transfer.

Quick Summary

Firearms instructor Edwin Sarkissian tested the penetration power of bullets against playing cards. A .22 LR round was stopped by the second deck, while a 9mm 115-grain FMJ round required five decks to be stopped, showing significant bullet deformation upon recovery.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Experiment Setup
  2. 01:49Sighting in the .22 Pistol
  3. 02:51.22 LR Test Results
  4. 03:39Merchandise Promotion
  5. 04:399mm Test Results

Frequently Asked Questions

How many decks of cards can stop a 9mm bullet?

According to an experiment by firearms instructor Edwin Sarkissian, five decks of standard playing cards were sufficient to stop a 9mm 115-grain Full Metal Jacket round fired from a Glock 19X.

What caliber bullet was tested against playing cards?

In the video, two calibers were tested: a .22 LR round, which was stopped by the second deck of cards, and a 9mm 115-grain Full Metal Jacket round, which was stopped by the fifth deck.

What happened to the 9mm bullet after penetrating the cards?

After penetrating four decks of playing cards, the 9mm bullet was recovered from the fifth deck. It showed significant expansion and deformation, indicating a substantial loss of energy.

What is the purpose of sighting in a firearm before a test?

Sighting in a firearm before conducting tests, as demonstrated by Edwin Sarkissian, ensures accuracy and consistency. This practice guarantees that the shots hit the intended target area, allowing for reliable data collection on penetration or accuracy.

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