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This video tests the effectiveness of a medieval handgonne and its projectiles against modern body armor. The handgonne, a crude firearm from the 1400s-1500s, fired wooden bolts with iron tips. Tests included shooting ballistics gel and both soft (Level 3A) and hard (Level 4 ceramic) body armor. The medieval projectiles proved surprisingly effective against soft armor, penetrating both sides, while the lead ball did not penetrate. Against hard armor, the projectiles caused surface damage but did not penetrate.

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 video demonstrates a test of 37mm skittle grenades as less-lethal ammunition for crowd control. Initial tests showed insufficient energy, but adjustments led to effective dispersion and impact. The projectiles were assessed for their ability to deter without causing lethal injury, with impacts on ballistic gel and a water jug analyzed.

This video tests the effectiveness of "rubber duck" projectiles fired from a 37mm T79 grenade launcher as a form of crowd control. The test involves assessing dispersion on paper targets, energy impact on a water jug, and simulated protester engagement using ballistic gelatin heads. While the projectiles showed good dispersion and flew quickly, their energy transfer was insufficient to incapacitate simulated targets, leading to a conclusion that they are not a precise or highly effective crowd control munition.

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 tests the effectiveness of 37mm Skittles grenades as a less-lethal riot control option. Initial tests showed insufficient spread and energy. After professional adjustments to the reloader, the Skittles grenades demonstrated significant spread, capable of covering a crowd effectively, though without penetration on ballistic gelatin heads. The TAC 79 grenade launcher was used in testing.

This video explores the compatibility of a 50 BMG cartridge with a 12 gauge flare gun. The experiment reveals that while the cartridge fits, the flare gun's mechanism cannot ignite the tough 50 BMG primers. However, it successfully fires a standard 12 gauge blank, highlighting the difference in primer hardness. The content is presented from a hobbyist perspective, focusing on experimental curiosity rather than professional instruction.

This video from Tática Civil, featuring an expert instructor, explains the dangers of firing upwards due to projectile drop and terminal velocity. It demonstrates the safe use of 9mm shot shells for controlled demonstrations, highlighting the Canik Mete MC9 Prime with a Gideon Valor red dot sight. The instructor emphasizes crucial firearm safety protocols.

This guide details an experimental test to debunk the myth that a .50 BMG round passing near a target can be lethal. Using a ballistic mannequin, cardboard indicators, and a concrete backstop, the test demonstrates that a near miss from a .50 BMG round does not impart enough shockwave or air pressure to cause fatal injury, though the projectile itself possesses immense kinetic energy as evidenced by its impact on the concrete block. The test was conducted objectively by an individual with high authority, indicated by their empirical testing methods and proper safety protocols.

This video demonstrates a dramatic comparison between the .22 LR and .50 BMG calibers using a ballistic head model. The .50 BMG, when attached to an AR-15 platform via a Raptor upper, shows vastly superior destructive power, completely obliterating the model, while the .22 LR causes only superficial damage. The host's enthusiastic and experimental approach, combined with clear technical explanations, highlights the significant energy difference between these two rounds.