Is DIE HARD A Christmas Movie? We Settle This ONCE AND FOR ALL!!! 1st Day of Christmas

Published on December 1, 2022
Duration: 12:08

This video from DemolitionRanch, hosted by Matt Carriker, delves into the 'Die Hard' as a Christmas movie debate by conducting ballistic tests. Carriker, an established firearms influencer, uses various firearms including the Zenith ZF-5, Franchi Spas-12, Steyr AUG, and a FAL rifle to shoot through stacks of 'Die Hard' VHS tapes, providing insights into projectile performance and penetration. The video also features range time with the ZF-5 and a full-auto finale.

Quick Summary

DemolitionRanch's Matt Carriker uses firearms like the Zenith ZF-5 (9mm), Franchi Spas-12 (12 gauge), Steyr AUG (5.56 NATO), and FAL (.308 Winchester) to conduct ballistic tests by shooting through stacks of 'Die Hard' VHS tapes, offering a unique take on the movie's holiday status and demonstrating projectile performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Sponsor Message & Intro
  2. 01:5725 Days of Christmas Intro
  3. 02:55Zenith ZF-5 Introduction
  4. 03:30Ballistic Testing: .22 LR
  5. 03:58Ballistic Testing: 12 Gauge Birdshot
  6. 04:32Zenith ZF-5 Range Time
  7. 05:42Ballistic Testing: 9mm
  8. 06:29Ballistic Testing: 5.56 NATO
  9. 07:23Ballistic Testing: .308 Winchester
  10. 08:31Merch and Giveaway
  11. 09:26Full-Auto Finale

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms were used in the DemolitionRanch video to test ballistic penetration?

The video featured ballistic tests using a Zenith ZF-5 (9mm), a Franchi Spas-12 (12 gauge), a Steyr AUG (5.56 NATO), a short-barreled FAL (.308 Winchester), and a .22 LR pistol, all fired into stacks of 'Die Hard' VHS tapes.

How did the 9mm round from the Zenith ZF-5 perform against VHS tapes?

The 9mm round fired from the Zenith ZF-5 demonstrated significant penetration, successfully passing through approximately 33 'Die Hard' VHS tapes before the bullet was recovered within the stack.

What was the purpose of the ballistic tests in the 'Die Hard' Christmas movie video?

The ballistic tests were conducted as a unique and entertaining way to address the popular debate about whether the movie 'Die Hard' qualifies as a Christmas film, using movie memorabilia as a ballistic medium.

Which firearm showed the least penetration against the VHS tapes?

The .22 LR pistol exhibited the least penetration among the tested firearms, with its round stopping after penetrating only 4 'Die Hard' VHS tapes.

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