How to catch a Bullet

Published on July 20, 2023
Duration: 0:26

This video demonstrates a practical technique for recovering a projectile from a ballistic vest after a live-fire test. The demonstration, led by Ziga from Polenar Tactical, showcases safe firearm handling and the process of extracting an expanded hollow-point bullet. It highlights the performance of the Bul Armory Axe FS handgun with 9x19mm Parabellum ammunition.

Quick Summary

Polenar Tactical demonstrates a technique for recovering a 9mm hollow-point bullet from a ballistic vest. The process involves safely firing the Bul Armory Axe FS handgun at the vest and then manually extracting the expanded projectile for examination of its performance and expansion characteristics.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Firearm Preparation
  2. 00:03Ballistic Test
  3. 00:05Bullet Recovery

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearm was used in the Polenar Tactical bullet recovery demonstration?

The demonstration featured the Bul Armory Axe FS handgun, chambering and firing 9x19mm Parabellum ammunition during the ballistic test.

How was the bullet recovered from the ballistic vest?

After the shot, the instructor manually extracted the expanded hollow-point bullet from the internal layers of the soft body armor vest.

What type of ammunition was tested in the ballistic vest?

The test involved a 9mm hollow-point bullet, which was shown to have expanded perfectly upon impact with the ballistic vest.

What is the significance of recovering a bullet from body armor?

Recovering a bullet from body armor allows for examination of its expansion and terminal ballistic performance, providing insights into ammunition effectiveness and projectile deformation.

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