My New Purple MCK VS Questionable Body Armor

Published on December 21, 2022
Duration: 21:27

This video details a rigorous test of a Guard Dog body armor panel using various calibers, including 9mm and .357 Magnum. The presenter fires multiple rounds, observing the panel's ability to stop projectiles and examining retained bullets. The test aims to assess the armor's effectiveness against different threats, highlighting its performance and limitations.

Quick Summary

The Guard Dog body armor panel was tested against 9mm and .357 Magnum rounds. It successfully stopped 20 rounds of 9mm and a .357 Magnum round, even after prior damage. However, a high-velocity Liberty Civil Defense 9mm round penetrated the panel.

Chapters

  1. 07:19Introduction to MCK and Setup
  2. 12:52Purple MCK Showcase
  3. 30:16Adding Bayonet and Red Dot
  4. 61:76Purple Ammunition
  5. 71:10First Shooting Session
  6. 85:96Target Practice Fun
  7. 105:94Enjoying the MCK
  8. 129:58Reactive Target Shooting
  9. 148:46Autumn's Armory Ear Warmers
  10. 181:72Shooting a Cream Bottle Target
  11. 205:16Cream Bottle Impact
  12. 235:24Shooting a Two-Liter Bottle
  13. 248:44Testing Federal HydroShock
  14. 308:74Two-Liter Bottle Explosion
  15. 333:22Bullet Recovery from Two-Liter
  16. 347:84Bullet Expansion Analysis
  17. 409:94Bayonet Puncture Test
  18. 452:50Guard Dog Body Armor Test Setup
  19. 511:66Initial 9mm Rounds on Armor
  20. 533:22Tactical Reload and More Shots
  21. 552:48Post-20 Rounds Armor Inspection
  22. 647:96Testing .357 Magnum on Armor
  23. 777:64Testing High-Velocity 9mm on Armor
  24. 813:20Bullet Analysis Post-Test
  25. 884:26Shooting Gingerbread Targets
  26. 981:40Destroying Gingerbread Doghouse
  27. 1012:82More Gingerbread Destruction
  28. 1056:00Using Firebird Targets
  29. 1119:9412 Gauge Birdshot Test
  30. 1191:42Outro and Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Guard Dog body armor panel perform against multiple 9mm rounds?

The Guard Dog body armor panel demonstrated impressive resilience, successfully stopping 20 rounds of 9mm ammunition. Notably, multiple shots impacted the same area without causing penetration, indicating a high level of protection against standard 9mm threats.

Can the Guard Dog body armor panel stop a .357 Magnum round?

Yes, the Guard Dog body armor panel was able to stop a .357 Magnum round, even after it had been previously shot and cut into. This suggests the panel offers substantial protection against common handgun calibers.

What was the performance of the Guard Dog body armor against high-velocity 9mm ammunition?

The Guard Dog body armor panel was penetrated by a high-velocity Liberty Civil Defense 9mm round, traveling at 2,040 feet per second. While it stopped the projectile, creating an entrance wound, there was no exit, indicating the round exceeded the panel's rated protection.

What are the key takeaways from testing the Guard Dog body armor panel?

The Guard Dog body armor panel proved effective against standard 9mm and .357 Magnum rounds, stopping numerous projectiles. However, it was compromised by a very high-velocity 9mm round, highlighting the importance of understanding armor ratings and threat levels.

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