MEDIEVAL Pig Face Helmet BULLETPROOF? *Test*

Published on January 3, 2025
Duration: 2:04

This video features an enthusiastic and authoritative host from Civilian Tactical testing the ballistic resistance of a medieval pig face helmet. The helmet demonstrates surprising effectiveness against handgun calibers up to 9mm due to its geometry, but is easily penetrated by rifle rounds. The test covers various firearms and ammunition types, including crossbow bolts, birdshot, .22 LR, .380 Auto, 9mm, 5.56 NATO, and 7.62x39mm.

Quick Summary

A medieval pig face helmet was tested for ballistic resistance and showed effectiveness against .380 Auto and 9mm handgun rounds due to its geometry. However, it was easily penetrated by 5.56 NATO and 7.62x39mm rifle rounds, proving it is not universally bulletproof against modern firearms. Birdshot also entered through the eye slits.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Crossbow Test
  2. 00:18Birdshot and .22 Caliber Tests
  3. 00:48.380 Auto and 9mm Tests
  4. 01:31Rifle Caliber Tests and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a medieval pig face helmet stop bullets?

A medieval pig face helmet demonstrated surprising resistance to handgun rounds like .380 Auto and 9mm due to its angled geometry. However, it was easily penetrated by rifle calibers such as 5.56 NATO and 7.62x39mm, indicating it is not bulletproof against all modern firearms.

What calibers were tested against the medieval helmet?

The medieval helmet was tested against a Steambow crossbow bolt, Federal birdshot, .22 LR, .380 Auto from a Bersa Thunder Plus, 9mm from a Canik Mete MC9L, 5.56 NATO from a CMMG Dissent, and 7.62x39mm from a Zastava AK-47.

What was the outcome of the birdshot test on the helmet?

During the birdshot test fired from a G-Force One shotgun, the pellets did not penetrate the helmet's steel surface. However, some pellets managed to enter through the eye slits, revealing a potential vulnerability.

Is the Steambow crossbow legal in Canada?

Yes, according to the video, the Steambow crossbow used in the test is legal in Canada. This information was provided during the initial segment of the ballistic testing.

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