Safety Glasses vs. Birdshot

This video from Civilian Tactical compares the sound and recoil of a 12 gauge shotgun during a 'mag dump' with and without a Yankee Hill Victor 12 suppressor. The instructor, demonstrating experienced firearm handling, found the suppressed test to be 40-50% quieter and significantly reduced felt recoil, though noted the suppressor became hot. The test highlights the practical benefits of suppressed shotgun use.

This video from Civilian Tactical tests the effectiveness of the YHM Victra 12 gauge shotgun suppressor with birdshot, buckshot, and slugs. The instructor demonstrates significant sound reduction across all ammunition types, noting the most pronounced difference with buckshot. The conclusion suggests birdshot or slower buckshot are ideal for achieving the quietest suppressed 12 gauge loads.

This video showcases the MOD 1 Portable Bullet Trap, a product designed for safe indoor shooting. It demonstrates the trap's effectiveness with various firearms, including centerfire handguns, pistol caliber carbines, light and long action rifles, and shotguns. The video covers inspection of the trap's components after firing, ventilation considerations, adjustable lean angles, AR550 steel construction, and proper ammunition types. It also touches on maintenance, sealant application, lifespan, and overall value, emphasizing its utility for protecting indoor range investments and enhancing training.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a medieval 'Pigface' helmet against various firearms. While a crossbow and handgun rounds (up to 9mm) were deflected or caused superficial damage, rifle calibers like .223 and 7.62x39 easily penetrated the helmet. The test concludes the helmet offers protection against handgun rounds but is not fully bulletproof against rifle fire.

This video features a review and "EXTREME TEST" of the HTS Huntersky Safety Glasses. The description provides an Amazon affiliate link for the glasses, suggesting a product review focus. While no specific firearms or calibers are mentioned, the context of "shoot" in the title implies firearm usage and necessitates safety gear. The review likely covers the durability and functionality of the glasses under challenging conditions.

This video provides an expert-level overview of various 12-gauge shotgun ammunition types, focusing on their characteristics and potential uses in a hypothetical survival scenario. The instructor, demonstrating significant expertise, breaks down the differences between steel shot, buckshot (00 and other sizes), slugs, birdshot, and exotic rounds from brands like Remington, Rio, and Hickory Flat Boars. It highlights recoil, stopping power, and acquisition ease, offering practical insights for firearm enthusiasts and preppers.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of an excavator bucket against various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG API. While smaller calibers and even .450 Bushmaster and .308 were stopped, the .50 caliber Armor Piercing Incendiary round successfully penetrated the bucket, destroying a dummy target behind it. The test highlights the significant difference in terminal effects between standard rifle rounds and specialized armor-piercing ammunition.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of various calibers against a large pine tree, culminating with a .50 BMG API round. Surprisingly, even powerful rifle rounds like 5.56mm and 7.62mm, as well as handgun rounds like 10mm and .44 Magnum, failed to fully penetrate the tree. The .50 BMG API round, while charring the entry point, also did not exit the back of the tree, demonstrating the significant stopping power of a substantial tree trunk.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of various firearms rounds in a swimming pool, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. Surprisingly, higher velocity rifle rounds like the .223 and .308 fragmented quickly, while the .50 AE Desert Eagle traveled the furthest at 190 inches. The .50 BMG sniper rifle, despite its power, only penetrated 61 inches, likely due to massive energy displacement.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a Secret Service Suburban window against various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. While smaller calibers and even a 10mm and .44 Magnum were stopped with varying degrees of damage, the window was eventually penetrated by a .50 BMG sniper rifle round. The testing provides a clear demonstration of the limits of armored vehicle glass against high-powered rifle threats.