It's Time To Retire 50cal

This video tests the penetration capabilities of various calibers through stacked drywall sheets. It demonstrates how different bullet types and calibers perform against this common building material, offering a practical, albeit unconventional, look at projectile energy transfer and stopping power.

This video provides an in-depth review and ballistic testing of the Premier Body Armor Stratis Max body armor plates. The presenter, with apparent expertise in firearms and tactical gear, demonstrates the plates' performance against various rifle calibers, including 7.62x39mm steel core, M855 green tip, M855A1, and even a .50 caliber round. Key features highlighted include the RF3+ rating, multi-hit capability, ceramic construction, and edge-to-edge protection claims. The review emphasizes the importance of reliable body armor for personal defense and tactical operations.

The 2025 SHOT Show featured innovative products like the HM Defense HM50 B2, a second-generation 50 caliber firearm with a left bolt and right port design for improved shooter ergonomics. Attendees also saw the TriggerCam 2.1, a video camera that attaches to rifle scopes, offering live streaming capabilities. The event highlighted advancements in law enforcement and military gear, emphasizing the integration of new tools into operational workflows.

This video debunks common misconceptions about body armor, clarifying that no armor is truly 'bulletproof' but rather resistant to specific calibers and threats. It explains spalling, differentiates between ceramic and steel armor performance, and addresses the effectiveness against fragmentation and various ammunition types like 5.56 and .50 caliber rounds.

At NRA 2024, Guncrafter Industries showcased a .50 GI Glock conversion kit, allowing a standard Glock platform to fire the powerful .50 GI cartridge. This conversion, available as a slide-only kit or complete pistol, utilizes proprietary magazines and slides. The system is marketed towards serious self-defense users and hunters, promising .45 ACP-like shooting dynamics with significantly increased kinetic energy.

This video details a budget challenge to create DIY body armor using various materials and budgets, followed by ballistics testing against different calibers. The experiment highlights the effectiveness of different materials and combinations in stopping projectiles, with the $100 pizza pan armor failing against a .50 caliber round, while a combined $0 and $100 armor setup proved effective.

This guide provides a step-by-step overview of field stripping the SKS rifle, a process essential for cleaning and maintenance. It covers the removal of major components like the dust cover, bolt carrier group, recoil spring, and gas tube. The information is presented with the authority of an experienced firearms instructor, emphasizing safe handling throughout the procedure.

This video provides an expert analysis of current ammunition supply chain issues, explaining how tariffs, geopolitical events, and material sourcing bottlenecks are driving up costs. The speaker, Boondock Ballistician, details the impact of Section 232 tariffs on steel and copper, propellant production shifts, and the nitrocellulose supply chain. It also highlights how increased demand can spur new primer manufacturers to enter the market.

This YouTube video, titled "Secret Third Option," explores a concept that goes beyond choosing between two typical scenarios, as suggested by the description "Why choose man or bear." While the specific subject matter is not detailed without a transcript, the title and description hint at a decision-making process or a unique approach to a problem, potentially involving a comparison of distinct choices.

The Boondock Ballistician reviews the PSA H&R 635, a 9mm PCC inspired by the Colt 635. While praising its comfortable ergonomics, minimal recoil, and clean aesthetics (lacking a forward assist), the reviewer encountered significant reliability issues, primarily attributed to straight-profile Uzi-style magazines. These issues included failure to feed and extract, and difficulty seating full magazines. The video also touches on the historical context of the design, its direct blowback operation, and the utility of the A1 carry handle for optics mounting.