I BOUGHT A CANNON!!! This is LEGAL?!?

This video details a hazardous experiment where a quarter cup of Hodgdon Pyrodex RS propellent was placed in a heated frying pan. The experiment, conducted by an experienced individual from Civilian Tactical, resulted in a significant flash, smoke, and a substantial amount of soot, coating nearby equipment. The presenter noted the flash was quieter, hotter, and brighter than typical black powder reactions. The video includes a safety warning about the hazardous nature of the experiment and promotes SDI.today for firearms technology degrees.

This guide details the loading and firing process for the Allen & Thurber Pepperbox, a firearm popular during the Gold Rush era. It covers essential steps from powder loading to projectile ramming, emphasizing safety and operational characteristics. The video highlights the pepperbox's utility as a close-range self-defense weapon, contrasting it with later revolver designs like the Colt 1849. Expert instruction is provided on its operation and historical context.

This video demonstrates an experimental test where a custom-built black powder bowling ball cannon fires a standard bowling ball at a 300-gallon water tank. The footage, presented with enthusiastic commentary from Edwin Sarkissian, shows the cannon's construction, the firing sequence in slow-motion, and the impact. The water tank successfully contained the bowling ball, preventing it from exiting the rear, though the metal cage showed signs of stress.

This video explores the availability and application of civilian-accessible explosives and pyrotechnic devices, including breaching charges, distraction devices, and smoke grenades. It details the legal framework surrounding these items, compares different explosive types like black powder and Tannerite, and demonstrates their use in practical scenarios. The content highlights the advancements in tactical gear for civilian use, drawing parallels to military capabilities.

This guide details the safe handling and demonstration of the custom 4 Bore Pistol, 'The Fourth Horseman,' as presented by Kentucky Ballistics. It emphasizes the critical importance of safety equipment due to extreme recoil and unknown performance characteristics. The guide covers loading, firing, and conducting ballistic tests against various targets to showcase the pistol's immense power. Instruction is provided by a high-level subject matter expert in extreme firearms.

This video demonstrates the preparation and firing of a "Grapeshot Load" using a small-scale cannon. The host, exhibiting high authority and expertise, details the process of filling a soda can with half-inch ball bearings and using Hodgdon Pyrodex P propellant. The impact on a car door is then analyzed, showcasing significant damage, including punctures and shattered windows.

This video from DemolitionRanch, hosted by Matt Carriker, explores the capabilities of high-powered, regulated air rifles like the AirForce Texan SS and Sam Yang Dragon Claw. Carriker demonstrates their impressive power, accuracy, and surprisingly quiet operation due to integrated suppressors, highlighting a legal loophole where these airguns and their suppressors are not subject to NFA regulations. The content showcases ballistics testing and comparisons, emphasizing the expert knowledge of the host in firearms and related legalities.

This video features Nicholas Irving, a former Special Operations sniper, demonstrating and discussing various high-powered firearms. Irving, author of 'Way of the Reaper,' shares insights on sniper rifles like the Barrett M107A1 and SR-25, discusses the recoil of the S&W 500 Magnum, and tests the penetration capabilities of different calibers against an engine block. The content highlights practical applications and the effectiveness of these weapons in tactical scenarios.

This video demonstrates the dangerous consequences of firing incorrect ammunition calibers in firearms. Experienced instructor Matt Carriker shows how .380 ACP in a 9mm firearm and 9mm in a .40 S&W firearm can lead to cycling failures and severe brass deformation due to improper headspacing. The experiment highlights the critical importance of using the correct ammunition for each firearm to ensure safe operation and prevent damage.

This video from DemolitionRanch, featuring firearms expert Matt Carriker, tests the ballistic resistance of Flex Tape when used as improvised body armor. The experiment involves layering Flex Tape onto cardboard and testing its effectiveness against .22 LR, 5.7x28mm (FN PS90), and 9mm (CZ Scorpion Evo 3 S1) rounds. The results demonstrate that even extensive layering of Flex Tape is insufficient to stop common firearm calibers, highlighting the importance of proper ballistic materials.