I Bought "Indestructible" Shoes!!!

Published on May 17, 2021
Duration: 11:15

This video from DemolitionRanch features Matt Carriker conducting destructive testing on 'Indestructible' shoes. While the shoes offer some protection against .22 LR, 9mm, and .45 ACP rounds impacting the steel toe, they fail against a 10mm and a .30-30 Winchester rifle round. The fire resistance claims are also challenged, with the shoe showing significant damage. The expert assessment highlights Matt's high-energy, skeptical tone and his established authority in destructive testing and firearms content.

Quick Summary

Matt Carriker of DemolitionRanch tested 'Indestructible' shoes against firearms and fire. The steel toe stopped .22 LR, 9mm, and .45 ACP but failed against 10mm and .30-30 Winchester. Fire resistance claims were also not fully met, with significant burn damage observed.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Sponsor
  2. 02:11Product Introduction and Claims
  3. 03:55Fire Resistance Test
  4. 05:15Ballistic Testing: .22 LR
  5. 06:31Ballistic Testing: 9mm and .45 ACP
  6. 07:47Ballistic Testing: 10mm
  7. 08:29Ballistic Testing: .30-30 Winchester
  8. 09:23Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the steel toe of the 'Indestructible' shoes perform against different calibers?

The steel toe successfully stopped .22 LR, 9mm, and .45 ACP rounds. However, it deformed significantly under impact and was ultimately penetrated by a 10mm round and completely defeated by a .30-30 Winchester rifle round.

Were the 'Indestructible' shoes actually fire-resistant as advertised?

During the fire resistance test, the shoes showed significant burn damage. While the main fabric remained somewhat intact, the laces and padding burned, indicating the fire resistance claims were not fully met.

What was the overall conclusion about the 'Indestructible' shoes' durability?

Matt Carriker concluded that while the steel toe offered impressive protection against certain handgun calibers, the rest of the shoe was easily destroyed, failing to live up to the 'indestructible' marketing.

What firearms were used in the testing of the 'Indestructible' shoes?

The testing involved various calibers, including .22 LR, 9mm (fired from a Luger P08), .45 ACP (fired from a suppressed CMMG Banshee), 10mm, and .30-30 Winchester.

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